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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T38 KBUMOT history

T38 KBU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 206,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2021
Mileage
206,944 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2021
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T38 KBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T38 KBU was last recorded at 206,944 miles on 15 Oct 2021, 5,984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,960 miles · 21 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
5,984 miles
Average per year
8,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 206,944 miles
  • 2020 – 200,960 miles
  • 2019 – 186,712 miles
  • 2018 – 177,129 miles
  • 2017 – 161,760 miles
  • 2016 – 145,039 miles
  • 2015 – 131,675 miles
  • 2014 – 124,084 miles
  • 2013 – 122,470 miles
  • 2012 – 120,538 miles
  • 2011 – 117,331 miles
  • 2010 – 112,290 miles
  • 2009 – 106,619 miles
  • 2008 – 102,285 miles
  • 2007 – 94,234 miles
  • 2006 – 80,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail206,944 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits limit 0.30% reading 0.51% (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil residue engine & steering rack areas

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail206,944 miles (+5,984)2 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,944 miles
    Test number
    489615556386
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits limit 0.30% reading 0.51% (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil residue engine & steering rack areas

  2. Pass200,960 miles (+14,248)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    200,960 miles
    Test number
    947716081999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass186,712 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    186,712 miles
    Test number
    603549297786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail186,628 miles (+9,499)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,628 miles
    Test number
    416240369843
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass177,129 miles (+15,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    177,129 miles
    Test number
    366807947460
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass161,760 miles (+212)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    161,760 miles
    Test number
    410311883647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  7. Fail161,548 miles (+16,509)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,548 miles
    Test number
    497147675411
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  8. Pass145,039 miles (+13,364)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    145,039 miles
    Test number
    321214019160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    131,675 miles
    Test number
    942002375411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  10. Fail131,675 miles (+7,591)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,675 miles
    Test number
    910250895887
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass124,084 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    124,084 miles
    Test number
    686122704327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail124,072 miles (+1,602)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,072 miles
    Test number
    459701904407
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass122,470 miles (+1,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    122,470 miles
    Test number
    916537483215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass120,538 miles (+3,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    120,538 miles
    Test number
    539511192257
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Fail117,331 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,331 miles
    Test number
    226845291218
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAir bag light on.

  16. Pass117,331 miles (+5,041)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    117,331 miles
    Test number
    367765091284
    • NoteAir bag light on.

  17. Pass112,290 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    112,290 miles
    Test number
    774629040210
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail112,287 miles (+5,668)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,287 miles
    Test number
    312924340219
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass106,619 miles (+4,334)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    106,619 miles
    Test number
    160021639167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass102,285 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    102,285 miles
    Test number
    190507308102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail102,282 miles (+8,048)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,282 miles
    Test number
    381616708172
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS GROOVED WORN AND PITTED AND FULL BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY NOT BE ACHEIVABLE WHEN NEW PADS ARE FITTED

  22. Pass94,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    94,234 miles
    Test number
    971087007171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail94,234 miles (+13,259)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,234 miles
    Test number
    624797707153
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front driving lamp damaged
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack

  24. Fail80,975 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,975 miles
    Test number
    231068366005
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass80,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    80,975 miles
    Test number
    594378066039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T38 KBU

Does T38 KBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T38 KBU expired on 28 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T38 KBU?
The MOT on T38 KBU expired on 28 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T38 KBU done?
T38 KBU was recorded at 206,944 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2021, an average of 8,073 miles a year.
Has T38 KBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T38 KBU has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T38 KBU 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 KBU find?
T38 KBU failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2021 with 2 major defects, 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits limit 0.30% reading 0.51%; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area; nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective, and 3 more.

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