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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T38 KBAMOT history

T38 KBA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 108,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2026
Mileage
108,255 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T38 KBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T38 KBA was last recorded at 108,255 miles on 3 Jan 2025, 312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,943 miles · 23 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
312 miles
Average per year
1,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,255 miles
  • 2020 – 107,943 miles
  • 2018 – 106,686 miles
  • 2017 – 105,571 miles
  • 2015 – 105,394 miles
  • 2013 – 105,369 miles
  • 2012 – 104,902 miles
  • 2011 – 104,334 miles
  • 2010 – 101,450 miles
  • 2009 – 95,069 miles
  • 2008 – 87,631 miles
  • 2007 – 79,435 miles
  • 2005 – 77,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,255 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill / floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated lousing grease

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear both rear break pipes incorrectly rooted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside front flexi brake pipe insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside rear brake pad spring missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,255 miles (+312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    108,255 miles
    Test number
    413999217085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill / floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass107,943 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,943 miles
    Test number
    371697390959
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated lousing grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear break pipes incorrectly rooted

  3. Fail107,943 miles (+1,257)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,943 miles
    Test number
    389605086869
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated lousing grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear break pipes incorrectly rooted

  4. Pass106,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,686 miles
    Test number
    895775518896
    • AdvisoryOffside front flexi brake pipe insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad spring missing

  5. Fail106,686 miles (+1,115)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,686 miles
    Test number
    294656426866
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front flexi brake pipe insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad spring missing

  6. Pass105,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    105,571 miles
    Test number
    350469299898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  7. Fail105,571 miles (+177)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,571 miles
    Test number
    269714532463
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  8. Pass105,394 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,394 miles
    Test number
    216184289928
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass105,369 miles (+467)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,369 miles
    Test number
    388097713219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,902 miles (+568)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    104,902 miles
    Test number
    155813012224
    • NoteAir bag warning light on.

  11. Pass104,334 miles (+2,884)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    104,334 miles
    Test number
    379323891157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    101,450 miles
    Test number
    352567000448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Fail101,450 miles (+6,381)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,450 miles
    Test number
    170925300265
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass95,069 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    95,069 miles
    Test number
    623468939132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,823 miles (+7,192)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,823 miles
    Test number
    103738929198
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass87,631 miles (+8,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    87,631 miles
    Test number
    741623148136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass79,435 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    79,435 miles
    Test number
    873265817074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    77,550 miles
    Test number
    613044255383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T38 KBA

Does T38 KBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T38 KBA expired on 2 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T38 KBA?
The MOT on T38 KBA expired on 2 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T38 KBA done?
T38 KBA was recorded at 108,255 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2025, an average of 1,613 miles a year.
Has T38 KBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T38 KBA has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T38 KBA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T38 KBA find?
T38 KBA passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill / floor.

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