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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T61 KCXMOT history

T61 KCX is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2015 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 129,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2015
Mileage
129,207 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2023
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T61 KCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2015
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T61 KCX was last recorded at 129,207 miles on 28 Apr 2023, 403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,804 miles · 27 Feb 2015
Between the last two tests
403 miles
Average per year
3,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,207 miles
  • 2015 – 128,804 miles
  • 2014 – 124,740 miles
  • 2013 – 119,455 miles
  • 2012 – 114,382 miles
  • 2011 – 110,187 miles
  • 2010 – 105,969 miles
  • 2009 – 99,191 miles
  • 2008 – 93,239 miles
  • 2007 – 86,292 miles
  • 2006 – 76,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,207 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre rotating wrong direction
  • AdvisoryRadiator damaged

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,207 miles (+403)7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,207 miles
    Test number
    929382930975
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre rotating wrong direction
    • AdvisoryRadiator damaged

  2. Fail128,804 miles (+4,064)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,804 miles
    Test number
    137088355093
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass124,740 miles (+5,285)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    124,740 miles
    Test number
    588112754078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,455 miles (+5,073)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    119,455 miles
    Test number
    226087953079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    114,382 miles
    Test number
    779695242069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,382 miles (+4,195)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,382 miles
    Test number
    987574442051
    • FailureOffside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  7. Pass110,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,187 miles
    Test number
    569109241076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,187 miles (+4,218)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,187 miles
    Test number
    188755441481
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass105,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    105,969 miles
    Test number
    173338440449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,969 miles (+6,778)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,969 miles
    Test number
    124757540076
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  11. Pass99,191 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    99,191 miles
    Test number
    392860759023
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail99,191 miles (+5,952)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,191 miles
    Test number
    384170259021
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass93,239 miles (+6,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    93,239 miles
    Test number
    101952758000
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass86,292 miles (+9,685)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    86,292 miles
    Test number
    413470167034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail76,607 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,607 miles
    Test number
    184709136005
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass76,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    76,607 miles
    Test number
    721549236056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T61 KCX

Does T61 KCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T61 KCX expired on 1 Mar 2015, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T61 KCX?
The MOT on T61 KCX expired on 1 Mar 2015. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T61 KCX done?
T61 KCX was recorded at 129,207 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2023, an average of 3,055 miles a year.
Has T61 KCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T61 KCX has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T61 KCX 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 T61 KCX find?
T61 KCX failed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2023 with 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 10 more.

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