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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 2,000 cc

X30 KCBMOT history

X30 KCB is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 191,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

X30 KCB blue 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 21 May 2027
Mileage
191,018 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X30 KCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X30 KCB was last recorded at 191,018 miles on 22 May 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,978 miles · 16 May 2026
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
8,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,018 miles
  • 2025 – 188,731 miles
  • 2024 – 178,064 miles
  • 2023 – 165,166 miles
  • 2022 – 155,256 miles
  • 2021 – 144,843 miles
  • 2020 – 134,741 miles
  • 2019 – 126,428 miles
  • 2018 – 120,892 miles
  • 2017 – 114,069 miles
  • 2016 – 107,993 miles
  • 2015 – 100,768 miles
  • 2014 – 94,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,018 miles
  • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Under trays fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Little reserve travel on parking brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,018 miles (+40)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    191,018 miles
    Test number
    373682134492
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Under trays fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail190,978 miles (+2,247)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,978 miles
    Test number
    690440578450
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working Both front (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Under trays fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass188,731 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    188,731 miles
    Test number
    641352290244
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel on parking brake
  4. Fail188,730 miles (+10,666)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,730 miles
    Test number
    779914483503
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam switch faulty (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel on parking brake
  5. Pass178,064 miles (+12,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    178,064 miles
    Test number
    476166157193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass165,166 miles (+273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    165,166 miles
    Test number
    790009869361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail164,893 miles (+9,637)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,893 miles
    Test number
    175642929153
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass155,256 miles (+10,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    155,256 miles
    Test number
    571522657587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass144,843 miles (+10,102)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    144,843 miles
    Test number
    148121074233
    • AdvisoryLower Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Inner stop lamp not working, outer working
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass134,741 miles (+8,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    134,741 miles
    Test number
    141790539919
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass126,428 miles (+5,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,428 miles
    Test number
    981000873112
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertrays fitted
  12. Pass120,892 miles (+6,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,892 miles
    Test number
    149384814198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some components
  13. Pass114,069 miles (+6,076)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    114,069 miles
    Test number
    692179108557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,993 miles (+7,225)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    107,993 miles
    Test number
    109699906654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,768 miles (+6,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,768 miles
    Test number
    859098525124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass94,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    94,033 miles
    Test number
    148873564185
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X30 KCB

Does X30 KCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X30 KCB is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X30 KCB?
The MOT on X30 KCB is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X30 KCB done?
X30 KCB was recorded at 191,018 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 8,121 miles a year.
Has X30 KCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X30 KCB has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X30 KCB 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 X30 KCB find?
X30 KCB passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 7 advisories: hand brake has little reserve travel; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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