
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.

- 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
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.
- 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
- 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
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.
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))
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))
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
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
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
Pass126,428 miles (+5,536)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 126,428 miles
- Test number
- 981000873112
- AdvisoryCovers and undertrays fitted
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
Pass114,069 miles (+6,076)
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2018
- Odometer
- 114,069 miles
- Test number
- 692179108557
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass107,993 miles (+7,225)
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2017
- Odometer
- 107,993 miles
- Test number
- 109699906654
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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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