K30EVA - BMW 3 SERIES
MOT: Not validGB
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The BMW 3 Series, often referred to simply as the BMW 3 Series, is a renowned line of compact executive cars that exemplify driving dynamics and engineering excellence. Since its inception in 1975, BMW has established a reputation for producing vehicles that blend performance with luxury, and the 3 Series remains a flagship model within this tradition. Manufactured in various locations worldwide, the 3 Series has evolved through multiple generations, each introducing advanced technology and refined design. Notable features include precise handling, efficient engines, and a driver-focused interior, making it a popular choice among enthusiasts and professionals alike. Its enduring appeal lies in its balance of sporty performance and everyday practicality, cementing its status as a staple in the premium compact car segment.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 18 MOT tests
This 1999 BMW 3 Series (registration K30EVA) is finished in silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. The vehicle has recorded a mileage of 162,212 miles. The car's latest MOT test was conducted on 25 January 2021, but the MOT is now invalid. Notable advisories include worn suspension components, corroded brake pipes, damaged tyres, and a fractured rear coil spring. Several major issues were identified, such as excessive wear on suspension joints, damaged brake hoses, and a dangerous rear brake system with no recorded effort at a wheel. The front headlamp aim is incorrect, and the offside wing mirror is damaged. The vehicle is currently untaxed and has multiple safety and mechanical concerns that require attention.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
18
Passed Tests
12
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Failed
Failed - 25 January 2021 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 162,212 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Dangerous Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Dangerous Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
- Major Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Major Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- Major Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- Major Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Main (1.1.11 (c))
- Major Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged age cracked to cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged Age cracked to cords. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory handbrake has little reserve travel.
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Sill cover loose.
- Advisory Fluid leak, but not excessive P.A.S Pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Wing mirror damaged.
Passed - 03 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 154,390 mi
Expires: 02 January 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased...... (1.1.11 (c))
Failed - 02 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 154,381 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- Major Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased...... (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 18 May 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 150,629 mi
Expires: 20 May 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Passed - 21 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 144,110 mi
Expires: 20 May 2016
Failed - 20 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 144,110 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Major Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Passed - 02 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 134,344 mi
Expires: 01 April 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Failed - 01 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 134,344 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Major Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Major Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Passed - 09 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 127,755 mi
Expires: 08 May 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Failed - 07 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 127,755 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Passed - 06 April 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,347 mi
Expires: 05 April 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Failed - 03 April 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,346 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Major Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Major Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Major Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed - 31 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 108,943 mi
Expires: 30 January 2012
Passed - 03 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 104,150 mi
Expires: 02 August 2010
Passed - 05 July 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,731 mi
Expires: 04 July 2009
Passed - 05 July 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,769 mi
Expires: 04 July 2008
Passed - 04 July 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,886 mi
Expires: 03 July 2007
Passed - 22 June 2005
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,104 mi
Expires: 21 June 2006
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for K30EVA?
The vehicle's MOT status is Not valid.
What is the tax status of K30EVA?
The tax status is Untaxed and is due on 12 June 2021.
What are the specifications of K30EVA?
This is a 1999 BMW 3 SERIES in Silver. It runs on Petrol with a 2494cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of K30EVA?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.