KH5 - BMW 3 SERIES
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 26 days ago
The BMW 3 Series, often referred to simply as the BMW 3 Series, is a renowned line of compact executive cars that exemplify German engineering excellence. Since its inception in 1975, BMW has established a reputation for combining sporty performance with sophisticated design, and the 3 Series remains a flagship model within the brand’s lineup. Manufactured in various locations worldwide, the 3 Series has evolved through multiple generations, each introducing advanced technology and refined driving dynamics. Notable features include precise handling, a range of efficient engines, and a well-appointed interior that balances comfort with innovation. As a symbol of BMW’s commitment to quality and performance, the 3 Series continues to attract drivers seeking a blend of practicality and driving pleasure.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 17 MOT tests
This is a 2006 BMW 3 Series with registration KH5, first registered in May 2006. It is finished in blue and powered by a 2993cc diesel engine, emitting 179 g/km of CO2. The vehicle has a current MOT valid until 15 November 2025, with the latest test conducted on 12 November 2024. The MOT advisories include worn suspension arm pins or bushes, minor windscreen wiper blade defects, and tyre cracking or wear near the legal limit. Additional advisories note corrosion in the rear sub-frame and suspension components, as well as slight corrosion on brake hoses and wear on front brake discs. The vehicle has recorded mileage of 67,465 miles and is currently taxed. No further mechanical issues are indicated beyond advisories.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
17
Passed Tests
15
Failed Tests
2
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 12 November 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,465 mi
Expires: 15 November 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has cracks (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 16 November 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 65,984 mi
Expires: 15 November 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and Ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and Ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and Cut (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 15 November 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,559 mi
Expires: 15 November 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 16 November 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,629 mi
Expires: 15 November 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 19 October 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,657 mi
Expires: 06 November 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
Passed - 22 October 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,448 mi
Expires: 06 November 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Undertrays fitted could not fully inspect
Passed - 07 November 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,303 mi
Expires: 06 November 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Failed - 01 November 2018 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,292 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Major Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Major Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 18 October 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,529 mi
Expires: 18 October 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal could not check properly as been greased (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory undertrays fitted
Passed - 19 October 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,669 mi
Expires: 18 October 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal pipe ends (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Passed - 27 August 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,833 mi
Expires: 26 August 2016
Passed - 02 August 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,997 mi
Expires: 01 August 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 04 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,680 mi
Expires: 03 May 2014
Failed - 03 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,679 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Passed - 11 June 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,637 mi
Expires: 10 June 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed - 02 May 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 29,570 mi
Expires: 01 May 2012
Passed - 21 April 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 19,842 mi
Expires: 01 May 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for KH5?
The MOT expires on 15 November 2025.
What is the tax status of KH5?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 May 2026.
What are the specifications of KH5?
This is a 2006 BMW 3 SERIES in Blue. It runs on Diesel with a 2993cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of KH5?
This vehicle produces 179 g/km of CO2 emissions.