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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V42 RKKMOT history

V42 RKK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 113,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2021.

V42 RKK blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2022
Mileage
113,570 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 RKK
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
4 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 RKK was last recorded at 113,570 miles on 11 Nov 2021, 2,964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,606 miles · 14 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,964 miles
Average per year
4,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 113,570 miles
  • 2020 – 110,606 miles
  • 2019 – 106,372 miles
  • 2018 – 103,965 miles
  • 2017 – 101,312 miles
  • 2016 – 98,610 miles
  • 2015 – 95,119 miles
  • 2014 – 92,619 miles
  • 2013 – 90,254 miles
  • 2012 – 88,206 miles
  • 2011 – 85,901 miles
  • 2010 – 83,543 miles
  • 2009 – 81,485 miles
  • 2008 – 76,872 miles
  • 2007 – 64,098 miles
  • 2006 – 52,251 miles
  • 2005 – 43,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,570 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,570 miles (+2,964)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,570 miles
    Test number
    468097103701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,606 miles (+4,234)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,606 miles
    Test number
    272902900274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,372 miles (+2,407)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,372 miles
    Test number
    765322815643
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear plate slightly discoloured

  4. Pass103,965 miles (+2,653)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,965 miles
    Test number
    442377827431
    • AdvisoryBoth rear 3/4mm
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre 2mm, bald egdes
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre 1.6mm, bald on edges

  5. Pass101,312 miles (+2,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,312 miles
    Test number
    932578797115
    • AdvisoryProp shaft donut worn
    • AdvisorySlight knock front drop links/D bushes

  6. Pass98,610 miles (+3,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,610 miles
    Test number
    360032495567
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryScreenwash poor

  7. Pass95,119 miles (+2,500)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,119 miles
    Test number
    297142115457
    • NoteExhaust bracket to gesrbox broken
    • NoteRear number plate getting a little delamanated

  8. Pass92,619 miles (+2,365)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    92,619 miles
    Test number
    296199414131
    • NoteThe o/s parking brake efficiency is a lot lower than the n/s one. 130 v 230 kg.
    • NoteThe rear number plate is delaminating.

  9. Fail90,254 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,254 miles
    Test number
    325022713115
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass90,254 miles (+2,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    90,254 miles
    Test number
    949862013161
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass88,206 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,206 miles
    Test number
    739716912184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,901 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    85,901 miles
    Test number
    455010021176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,543 miles (+2,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,543 miles
    Test number
    640511620195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass81,485 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,485 miles
    Test number
    183165219110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,872 miles (+12,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    76,872 miles
    Test number
    631385218159
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass64,098 miles (+11,847)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    64,098 miles
    Test number
    630607317153
    • NoteFront brake pads 70% worn and discs lipped.
    • NotePlay in steering track arms and bottom ball joints.

  17. Pass52,251 miles (+9,033)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    52,251 miles
    Test number
    173972016190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    43,218 miles
    Test number
    332029615146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 RKK

Does V42 RKK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 RKK expired on 15 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 RKK?
The MOT on V42 RKK expired on 15 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 RKK done?
V42 RKK was recorded at 113,570 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2021, an average of 4,254 miles a year.
Has V42 RKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 RKK has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2013.
Has the mileage on V42 RKK 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 V42 RKK find?
V42 RKK passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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