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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

V8 KUFMOT history

V8 KUF is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 98,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

V8 KUF white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
98,894 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 KUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 KUF was last recorded at 98,894 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 6,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,532 miles · 26 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
6,362 miles
Average per year
6,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,894 miles
  • 2024 – 92,532 miles
  • 2023 – 83,288 miles
  • 2022 – 73,584 miles
  • 2021 – 66,562 miles
  • 2020 – 59,026 miles
  • 2019 – 54,921 miles
  • 2018 – 51,000 miles
  • 2017 – 50,180 miles
  • 2016 – 43,586 miles
  • 2015 – 35,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,894 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,894 miles (+6,362)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    98,894 miles
    Test number
    805995996187
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.
  2. Pass92,532 miles (+67)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    92,532 miles
    Test number
    630015358528
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail92,465 miles (+9,177)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,465 miles
    Test number
    669462557189
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn adjustable/ aftermarket parts fitted (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative auto levelling link/ mechanism broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn adjustable/ aftermarket parts fitted (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass83,288 miles (+9,704)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,288 miles
    Test number
    125102565397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,584 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,584 miles
    Test number
    834189191053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail73,574 miles (+7,012)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,574 miles
    Test number
    692657413951
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass66,562 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,562 miles
    Test number
    941747769994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,390 miles (+7,364)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,390 miles
    Test number
    928456740195
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition cracked in 2 places (3.2 (c) (i))
  9. Pass59,026 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,026 miles
    Test number
    650765298002
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Fail59,026 miles (+4,105)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,026 miles
    Test number
    734057948823
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass54,921 miles (+3,921)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    54,921 miles
    Test number
    669528693907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,000 miles (+820)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    51,000 miles
    Test number
    870302294371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,180 miles (+6,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    50,180 miles
    Test number
    364932387016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass43,586 miles (+8,509)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,586 miles
    Test number
    680937052514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    35,077 miles
    Test number
    627244664401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 KUF

Does V8 KUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 KUF is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 KUF?
The MOT on V8 KUF is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 KUF done?
V8 KUF was recorded at 98,894 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 6,029 miles a year.
Has V8 KUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 KUF has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V8 KUF 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 V8 KUF find?
V8 KUF passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear; front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside & offside; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 5 more.

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