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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

835 AAYMOT history

835 AAY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 66,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

835 AAY 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 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
66,512 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
835 AAY
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

835 AAY was last recorded at 66,512 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,588 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
924 miles
Average per year
2,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,512 miles
  • 2024 – 65,588 miles
  • 2023 – 63,659 miles
  • 2022 – 61,661 miles
  • 2021 – 59,201 miles
  • 2020 – 57,508 miles
  • 2019 – 56,591 miles
  • 2018 – 54,360 miles
  • 2017 – 53,165 miles
  • 2016 – 50,929 miles
  • 2015 – 49,147 miles
  • 2014 – 46,320 miles
  • 2013 – 42,566 miles
  • 2012 – 37,162 miles
  • 2011 – 32,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,512 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak from rocker cover

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,512 miles (+924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    896588186146
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rocker cover

  2. Pass65,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    65,588 miles
    Test number
    780018237833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail65,588 miles (+1,929)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,588 miles
    Test number
    551545781593
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass63,659 miles (+1,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    63,659 miles
    Test number
    861742395306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror glass detererated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass61,661 miles (+2,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    61,661 miles
    Test number
    814939429344
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass59,201 miles (+1,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    59,201 miles
    Test number
    218732154775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre signs of damage on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass57,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,508 miles
    Test number
    346400293416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake efficiency slightly low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail57,508 miles (+917)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,508 miles
    Test number
    712683693339
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake efficiency slightly low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass56,591 miles (+2,231)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,591 miles
    Test number
    393945386844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,360 miles
    Test number
    728246688210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,360 miles (+1,195)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,360 miles
    Test number
    144426854620
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass53,165 miles (+2,236)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,165 miles
    Test number
    874374757963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,929 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,929 miles
    Test number
    272729337989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,147 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,147 miles
    Test number
    816348895169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,140 miles (+2,820)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,140 miles
    Test number
    688456395174
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel tyre retaining ring fractured (4.2.B.1b)

  16. Pass46,320 miles (+3,754)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,320 miles
    Test number
    429518094136
    • NoteO/s/f lower arm front gel filled bush leaking

  17. Pass42,566 miles (+5,404)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,566 miles
    Test number
    749841393152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,162 miles (+5,152)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,162 miles
    Test number
    355024692138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,010 miles (+958)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,010 miles
    Test number
    386993291129
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on both edges and have slight tread seperation
    • NoteRear tyres worn low

  20. Pass31,052 miles (+45)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,052 miles
    Test number
    635075591089
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly worn on edges

  21. Fail31,007 miles3 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,007 miles
    Test number
    387684591018
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly worn on edges

Questions about 835 AAY

What vehicle is registration 835 AAY currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 835 AAY on a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2008. 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 835 AAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 835 AAY is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 835 AAY?
The MOT on 835 AAY is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 835 AAY done?
835 AAY was recorded at 66,512 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 2,427 miles a year.
Has 835 AAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 835 AAY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on 835 AAY 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 835 AAY find?
835 AAY passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak from rocker cover.

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