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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X49 KTFMOT history

X49 KTF is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2024.

X49 KTF red 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 1 Oct 2025
Mileage
100,535 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X49 KTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
12 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X49 KTF was last recorded at 100,535 miles on 30 Sept 2024, 2,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,394 miles · 18 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
2,141 miles
Average per year
3,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 100,535 miles
  • 2023 – 98,394 miles
  • 2022 – 97,090 miles
  • 2021 – 95,574 miles
  • 2020 – 94,075 miles
  • 2019 – 92,275 miles
  • 2018 – 90,390 miles
  • 2017 – 88,537 miles
  • 2016 – 86,450 miles
  • 2015 – 83,770 miles
  • 2014 – 81,423 miles
  • 2013 – 77,576 miles
  • 2012 – 75,031 miles
  • 2011 – 72,551 miles
  • 2009 – 67,258 miles
  • 2008 – 62,844 miles
  • 2007 – 57,365 miles
  • 2006 – 52,050 miles
  • 2005 – 43,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,535 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,535 miles (+2,141)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    100,535 miles
    Test number
    843114577921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass98,394 miles (+1,304)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    98,394 miles
    Test number
    753624095458
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicator bulbs slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to both n/s and o/s/r wings
    • AdvisoryPatchy surface corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer seals fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed around rear jacking points

  3. Pass97,090 miles (+1,516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,090 miles
    Test number
    364330607352
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around rear jacking points
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to nearside rear wing
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with plastic sill covers

  4. Pass95,574 miles (+1,499)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,574 miles
    Test number
    933969435755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,075 miles (+1,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,075 miles
    Test number
    399605670072
    • AdvisoryLower sill covers fitted both sides
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around all jacking points and drain holes
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on both subframes

  6. Pass92,275 miles (+1,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,275 miles
    Test number
    534822083391
    • AdvisoryDRIVERSIDE HEADLAMS JUST WITHIN LIMITS
    • AdvisorySLIGHT CORROSION ON REAR JACKING POINTS

  7. Pass90,390 miles (+1,853)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,390 miles
    Test number
    112522671472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,537 miles (+2,087)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,537 miles
    Test number
    754233986276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,450 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    86,450 miles
    Test number
    646336825191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,770 miles (+2,347)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,770 miles
    Test number
    896650465162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,423 miles (+3,847)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,423 miles
    Test number
    407664664126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty

  12. Pass77,576 miles (+2,545)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,576 miles
    Test number
    346046853166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on the outer edge of the tyre

  13. Pass75,031 miles (+2,480)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,031 miles
    Test number
    159709652121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,551 miles (+33)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,551 miles
    Test number
    938127161129
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Note1 n/s & 1 o/s windscreen washer jet blocked, but still provides sufficent fluid to clear the screen.
    • NoteDoor sill covers fitted.
    • NoteEngine bay covers fitted.
    • NoteVehicle under trays fitted.

  15. Fail72,518 miles (+5,260)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,518 miles
    Test number
    185689951149
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • Note1 n/s & 1 o/s windscreen washer jet blocked, but still provides sufficent fluid to clear the screen.
    • NoteDoor sill covers fitted.
    • NoteEngine bay covers fitted.
    • NoteVehicle under trays fitted.

  16. Pass67,258 miles (+4,414)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    67,258 miles
    Test number
    264565499286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass62,844 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    62,844 miles
    Test number
    230699308398
    • NoteSee advisory sheet 904836208372

  18. Fail62,839 miles (+5,474)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,839 miles
    Test number
    904836208372
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteN/s front tyre on legal limit at time of test
    • NoteO/s rear indicator discoloured. requires attention
    • NoteWipers worn

  19. Pass57,365 miles (+5,315)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    57,365 miles
    Test number
    630491597200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,050 miles (+8,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    52,050 miles
    Test number
    703653606327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass43,102 miles (+2,031)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    43,102 miles
    Test number
    520336965210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    41,071 miles
    Test number
    201296265423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,071 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,071 miles
    Test number
    484216265161
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteDifferent profile tyres on rear and front

Questions about X49 KTF

Does X49 KTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X49 KTF expired on 1 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X49 KTF?
The MOT on X49 KTF expired on 1 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X49 KTF done?
X49 KTF was recorded at 100,535 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2024, an average of 3,082 miles a year.
Has X49 KTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X49 KTF has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2011.
Has the mileage on X49 KTF 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 X49 KTF find?
X49 KTF passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2024 with 8 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside suspension rod ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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