BMW 3 Series
Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc
A8 YERMOT history
A8 YER is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 222,523 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 19 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 222,523 mi
- At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 16 passed · 2 failed
- Per year
- 10,157 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- A8 YER
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,993 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 24 Jun 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 20 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
A8 YER was last recorded at 222,523 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 6,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 215,937 miles · 14 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 6,586 miles
- Average per year
- 10,157 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 222,523 miles
- 2025 – 215,937 miles
- 2023 – 197,801 miles
- 2022 – 189,251 miles
- 2021 – 181,054 miles
- 2019 – 169,743 miles
- 2018 – 150,210 miles
- 2017 – 140,794 miles
- 2016 – 128,909 miles
- 2015 – 116,397 miles
- 2014 – 102,366 miles
- 2013 – 88,625 miles
- 2012 – 79,407 miles
- 2011 – 70,788 miles
- 2009 – 54,724 miles
- 2008 – 43,968 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass222,523 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
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.
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025
Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bushes
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
18 tests since 23 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass222,523 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 222,523 miles
- Test number
- 688538541529
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail222,523 miles (+6,586)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 222,523 miles
- Test number
- 764424661868
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass215,937 miles (+21)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 215,937 miles
- Test number
- 983418383836
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear wheel arches corroded, no sharp edges at time of test (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail215,916 miles (+18,115)3 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 215,916 miles
- Test number
- 744265266431
- MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear wheel arches corroded, no sharp edges at time of test (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass197,801 miles (+8,550)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 197,801 miles
- Test number
- 155257145441
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass189,251 miles (+8,197)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 189,251 miles
- Test number
- 425656366593
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass181,054 miles (+11,311)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 181,054 miles
- Test number
- 578252385122
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass169,743 miles (+19,533)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 169,743 miles
- Test number
- 291668751601
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass150,210 miles (+9,416)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 150,210 miles
- Test number
- 378691635987
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass140,794 miles (+11,885)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 140,794 miles
- Test number
- 730204254744
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass128,909 miles (+12,512)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 128,909 miles
- Test number
- 713711521444
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass116,397 miles (+14,031)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 116,397 miles
- Test number
- 419039455129
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
Pass102,366 miles (+13,741)
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2015
- Odometer
- 102,366 miles
- Test number
- 356584644168
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,625 miles (+9,218)
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2014
- Odometer
- 88,625 miles
- Test number
- 148920643197
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass79,407 miles (+8,619)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2013
- Odometer
- 79,407 miles
- Test number
- 559494242145
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass70,788 miles (+16,064)
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2012
- Odometer
- 70,788 miles
- Test number
- 318964041107
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,724 miles (+10,756)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 54,724 miles
- Test number
- 813416599107
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass43,968 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 43,968 miles
- Test number
- 740805108243
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about A8 YER
- Does A8 YER currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A8 YER is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on A8 YER?
- The MOT on A8 YER is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has A8 YER done?
- A8 YER was recorded at 222,523 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 10,157 miles a year.
- Has A8 YER ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. A8 YER has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on A8 YER 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 A8 YER find?
- A8 YER passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.
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