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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

485 YYCMOT history

485 YYC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 95,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

485 YYC black 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 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,740 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
485 YYC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

485 YYC was last recorded at 95,740 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 5,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,983 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,757 miles
Average per year
6,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,740 miles
  • 2025 – 89,983 miles
  • 2024 – 83,703 miles
  • 2023 – 77,168 miles
  • 2022 – 72,709 miles
  • 2021 – 64,501 miles
  • 2020 – 57,553 miles
  • 2019 – 48,561 miles
  • 2018 – 41,335 miles
  • 2017 – 33,743 miles
  • 2016 – 27,477 miles
  • 2015 – 23,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,740 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront undertrays fitted cant fully check suspension
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front undertrays fitted cant fully inspect suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface in bumper

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,740 miles (+5,757)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,740 miles
    Test number
    571587164116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront undertrays fitted cant fully check suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass89,983 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,983 miles
    Test number
    922726436588
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail89,982 miles (+6,279)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,982 miles
    Test number
    908498497314
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bent arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass83,703 miles (+107)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    83,703 miles
    Test number
    836824587311
    • MinorRear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface in bumper (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront undertrays fitted cant fully inspect suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail83,596 miles (+6,428)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,596 miles
    Test number
    893044888224
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface in bumper (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront undertrays fitted cant fully inspect suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass77,168 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    77,168 miles
    Test number
    579168944124
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail77,167 miles (+4,458)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,167 miles
    Test number
    613387349284
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface still have reflector in lights (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass72,709 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    72,709 miles
    Test number
    189852515592
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail72,707 miles (+8,206)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,707 miles
    Test number
    773455482193
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass64,501 miles (+6,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,501 miles
    Test number
    457837189433
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s+n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass57,553 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    57,553 miles
    Test number
    449224333437
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail57,553 miles (+8,992)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,553 miles
    Test number
    961730568034
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner and outer 22545 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner and outer edge 2254518 runflat Pirelli (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass48,561 miles (+7,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,561 miles
    Test number
    255752752149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass41,335 miles (+7,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    41,335 miles
    Test number
    269406505821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output lamp taped but still secure (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  15. Pass33,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,743 miles
    Test number
    562260108721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,743 miles (+6,266)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,743 miles
    Test number
    171351801382
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

  17. Pass27,477 miles (+4,067)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,477 miles
    Test number
    447865863706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    23,410 miles
    Test number
    165323425203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 485 YYC

What vehicle is registration 485 YYC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 485 YYC on a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Sept 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 485 YYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 485 YYC is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 485 YYC?
The MOT on 485 YYC is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 485 YYC done?
485 YYC was recorded at 95,740 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 6,802 miles a year.
Has 485 YYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 485 YYC has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on 485 YYC 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 485 YYC find?
485 YYC passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front undertrays fitted cant fully check suspension, and 3 more.

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