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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

X231 KVPMOT history

X231 KVP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 155,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

X231 KVP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2024
Mileage
155,191 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 KVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
16 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 KVP was last recorded at 155,191 miles on 24 May 2023, 4,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,271 miles · 26 May 2022
Between the last two tests
4,920 miles
Average per year
6,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,191 miles
  • 2022 – 150,271 miles
  • 2021 – 144,316 miles
  • 2020 – 139,254 miles
  • 2019 – 133,869 miles
  • 2018 – 127,172 miles
  • 2017 – 120,202 miles
  • 2015 – 111,982 miles
  • 2014 – 103,662 miles
  • 2013 – 100,265 miles
  • 2012 – 95,035 miles
  • 2011 – 83,056 miles
  • 2010 – 76,262 miles
  • 2009 – 67,421 miles
  • 2008 – 61,921 miles
  • 2007 – 56,722 miles
  • 2006 – 51,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,191 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,191 miles (+4,920)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    155,191 miles
    Test number
    989844658793
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass150,271 miles (+5,955)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    150,271 miles
    Test number
    341557080135
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,316 miles (+124)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    144,316 miles
    Test number
    753742228484
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail144,192 miles (+4,938)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,192 miles
    Test number
    730702317965
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    139,254 miles
    Test number
    714285521681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail139,254 miles (+5,385)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,254 miles
    Test number
    110996154307
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass133,869 miles (+6,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    133,869 miles
    Test number
    684175398786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,172 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,172 miles
    Test number
    559978281509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  9. Fail127,172 miles (+6,970)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,172 miles
    Test number
    373908882646
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  10. Pass120,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,202 miles
    Test number
    487917875927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,202 miles (+8,220)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,202 miles
    Test number
    246530857024
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass111,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    111,982 miles
    Test number
    741125304834
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail111,982 miles (+8,320)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,982 miles
    Test number
    321556820097
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass103,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,662 miles
    Test number
    607441554392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,662 miles (+3,397)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,662 miles
    Test number
    797420954300
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass100,265 miles (+5,230)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    100,265 miles
    Test number
    415157943472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,035 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    95,035 miles
    Test number
    575872452364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,444 miles (+7,388)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    90,444 miles
    Test number
    157658112145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,056 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,056 miles
    Test number
    437000211154
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass83,056 miles (+6,794)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,056 miles
    Test number
    869920311162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,262 miles (+8,841)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,262 miles
    Test number
    880604610140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    67,421 miles
    Test number
    772254419102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail67,421 miles (+5,500)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,421 miles
    Test number
    373864719114
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass61,921 miles (+5,199)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,921 miles
    Test number
    544436118170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,722 miles
    Test number
    423937317104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,722 miles (+5,064)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,722 miles
    Test number
    250397617459
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass51,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    51,658 miles
    Test number
    704447816157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 KVP

Does X231 KVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X231 KVP expired on 25 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X231 KVP?
The MOT on X231 KVP expired on 25 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X231 KVP done?
X231 KVP was recorded at 155,191 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023, an average of 6,064 miles a year.
Has X231 KVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 KVP has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2021.
Has the mileage on X231 KVP 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 X231 KVP find?
X231 KVP passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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