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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T420 KPWMOT history

T420 KPW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 197,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2024
Mileage
197,646 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T420 KPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T420 KPW was last recorded at 197,646 miles on 17 Oct 2023, 2,780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,866 miles · 4 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2,780 miles
Average per year
5,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 197,646 miles
  • 2022 – 194,866 miles
  • 2021 – 194,327 miles
  • 2020 – 191,526 miles
  • 2019 – 184,657 miles
  • 2017 – 176,020 miles
  • 2016 – 169,449 miles
  • 2014 – 165,439 miles
  • 2013 – 159,755 miles
  • 2012 – 155,535 miles
  • 2011 – 149,376 miles
  • 2010 – 138,938 miles
  • 2009 – 128,367 miles
  • 2008 – 117,254 miles
  • 2007 – 109,055 miles
  • 2005 – 100,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,646 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL AROUND (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryINNER SILLS AND JACKING POINTS 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,646 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    197,646 miles
    Test number
    274338538977
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL AROUND (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryINNER SILLS AND JACKING POINTS CORRODED

  2. Fail197,646 miles (+2,780)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,646 miles
    Test number
    876507860058
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL AROUND (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryINNER SILLS AND JACKING POINTS CORRODED

  3. Pass194,866 miles (+539)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    194,866 miles
    Test number
    640919222898
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills and jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass194,327 miles (+2,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    194,327 miles
    Test number
    869460239830
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass191,526 miles (+1,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    191,526 miles
    Test number
    304502689027
    • AdvisoryDoes not like speed bumps!
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass190,251 miles (+5,594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    190,251 miles
    Test number
    904272156022
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing bald on edge

  7. Pass184,657 miles (+8,637)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    184,657 miles
    Test number
    833031760944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and bald inside tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm and bald inside tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around jacking points,side skirts fitted
    • AdvisoryModified suspension

  8. Pass176,020 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    176,020 miles
    Test number
    311857976078
    • AdvisoryModified suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  9. Fail176,020 miles (+2,865)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,020 miles
    Test number
    605062683440
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure Abs wiring (1.9.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryModified suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  10. Pass173,155 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    173,155 miles
    Test number
    432508619097
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Fail173,146 miles (+3,697)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,146 miles
    Test number
    605787782446
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded UNDER SILL (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded UNDERSILL (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass169,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    169,449 miles
    Test number
    421552637546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail169,449 miles (+4,010)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,449 miles
    Test number
    246620586009
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass165,439 miles (+22)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    165,439 miles
    Test number
    367311654329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers corroded

  15. Fail165,417 miles (+5,662)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,417 miles
    Test number
    557567384284
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteSuspension low nearside rear advise investigation

  16. Pass159,755 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    159,755 miles
    Test number
    825584493095
    • NoteCentre exhaust heat shield broken
    • NoteCondensation in offside headlight

  17. Fail159,755 miles (+4,220)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,755 miles
    Test number
    277823793022
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust heat shield broken
    • NoteCondensation in offside headlight

  18. Fail155,535 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,535 miles
    Test number
    159989072411
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure at rear

  19. Pass155,535 miles (+6,159)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    155,535 miles
    Test number
    777929772065
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure at rear

  20. Pass149,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    149,376 miles
    Test number
    789587741013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail149,376 miles (+10,438)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,376 miles
    Test number
    705417941082
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass138,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    138,938 miles
    Test number
    572439340023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail138,938 miles (+10,571)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,938 miles
    Test number
    481019640038
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass128,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    128,367 miles
    Test number
    771055269086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail128,367 miles (+11,113)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,367 miles
    Test number
    152544369430
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass117,254 miles (+8,199)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    117,254 miles
    Test number
    100240558014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass109,055 miles (+8,815)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    109,055 miles
    Test number
    772065847084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass100,240 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    100,240 miles
    Test number
    163510545383
    • 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)

  29. Fail100,216 miles (+69)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,216 miles
    Test number
    930629135369
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)

  30. Fail100,147 miles6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,147 miles
    Test number
    854145035304
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteFront brake pads just pass mot
    • NoteFront tyers just pass mot
    • NoteRear tyers on 2mm

Questions about T420 KPW

Does T420 KPW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T420 KPW expired on 16 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T420 KPW?
The MOT on T420 KPW expired on 16 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T420 KPW done?
T420 KPW was recorded at 197,646 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2023, an average of 5,454 miles a year.
Has T420 KPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T420 KPW has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T420 KPW 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 T420 KPW find?
T420 KPW passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around; inner sills and jacking points corroded.

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