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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T318 KCPMOT history

T318 KCP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 161,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
161,314 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T318 KCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T318 KCP was last recorded at 161,314 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Apr 2006: 75,050 miles, lower than 75,051 miles on 5 Apr 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
160,555 miles · 9 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
759 miles
Average per year
4,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,314 miles
  • 2020 – 160,555 miles
  • 2016 – 157,723 miles
  • 2015 – 146,010 miles
  • 2014 – 132,118 miles
  • 2013 – 112,976 miles
  • 2012 – 104,854 miles
  • 2011 – 101,348 miles
  • 2010 – 94,725 miles
  • 2009 – 88,520 miles
  • 2008 – 83,768 miles
  • 2007 – 80,187 miles
  • 2006 – 75,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component prescribed area corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension component prescribed area corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,314 miles (+759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    161,314 miles
    Test number
    412272498188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component prescribed area corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension component prescribed area corroded

  2. Pass160,555 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    160,555 miles
    Test number
    751924756866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak at centre joint

  3. Fail160,534 miles (+2,811)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,534 miles
    Test number
    808175450062
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine overheating during test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,723 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    157,723 miles
    Test number
    259275477985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  5. Fail157,704 miles (+11,694)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,704 miles
    Test number
    630069443432
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass146,010 miles (+13,892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    146,010 miles
    Test number
    306365805235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Fail132,118 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,118 miles
    Test number
    308902504223
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  8. Pass132,118 miles (+19,142)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    132,118 miles
    Test number
    767852604252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,976 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,976 miles
    Test number
    179075913264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield slightly insecure

  10. Pass112,976 miles (+8,122)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,976 miles
    Test number
    369155713440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield slightly insecure

  11. Pass104,854 miles (+3,506)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    104,854 miles
    Test number
    309553322426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  12. Pass101,348 miles (+6,623)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    101,348 miles
    Test number
    966054161196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdv rear brake disc,s coroded both. adv ehaust heat sheild condition.

  13. Pass94,725 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    94,725 miles
    Test number
    670423100230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  14. Fail94,715 miles (+6,195)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,715 miles
    Test number
    200957190184
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass88,520 miles (+4,752)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    88,520 miles
    Test number
    124841499107
    • NoteFront brake pads nearing limit
    • NoteFront lower suspension ball joint have slight movment and rubber perishing
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust system

  16. Pass83,768 miles (+3,581)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    83,768 miles
    Test number
    582038698047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,187 miles (+5,137)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    80,187 miles
    Test number
    134024797485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail75,050 miles1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,050 miles
    Test number
    624972006172
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth Front Headlamps have condensation
    • NoteNon obligatory lamp insecure/defective
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

  19. Pass75,050 miles (-1)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    75,050 miles
    Test number
    731412406132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth Front Headlamps have condensation
    • NoteNon obligatory lamp insecure/defective
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

  20. Fail75,051 miles4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,051 miles
    Test number
    793055496013
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front headlamps have condensation
    • NoteNon obligatory lamp insecure/defective
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

Questions about T318 KCP

Does T318 KCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T318 KCP is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T318 KCP?
The MOT on T318 KCP is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T318 KCP done?
T318 KCP was recorded at 161,314 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,356 miles a year.
Has T318 KCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T318 KCP has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on T318 KCP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Apr 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T318 KCP find?
T318 KCP passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension component prescribed area corroded; nearside rear suspension component prescribed area corroded.

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