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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

J9 YLAMOT history

J9 YLA is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

J9 YLA silver 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 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
114,085 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 YLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 YLA was last recorded at 114,085 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,233 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
852 miles
Average per year
5,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,085 miles
  • 2025 – 113,233 miles
  • 2024 – 111,841 miles
  • 2023 – 110,734 miles
  • 2022 – 108,509 miles
  • 2021 – 105,904 miles
  • 2020 – 102,482 miles
  • 2019 – 99,359 miles
  • 2018 – 94,806 miles
  • 2017 – 89,588 miles
  • 2016 – 84,881 miles
  • 2015 – 77,546 miles
  • 2014 – 69,811 miles
  • 2013 – 58,987 miles
  • 2012 – 48,944 miles
  • 2011 – 38,204 miles
  • 2010 – 34,549 miles
  • 2009 – 26,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,085 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Light lens damage
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,085 miles (+852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    114,085 miles
    Test number
    948132201961
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Light lens damage
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass113,233 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    113,233 miles
    Test number
    964072685744
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail113,233 miles (+1,392)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,233 miles
    Test number
    112490455779
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass111,841 miles (+1,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,841 miles
    Test number
    898440839928
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass110,734 miles (+2,225)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    110,734 miles
    Test number
    613552130233
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs and pads 70% worn approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,509 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    108,509 miles
    Test number
    609046182190
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail108,509 miles (+2,605)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,509 miles
    Test number
    982074245122
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working Blocked (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,904 miles (+3,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,904 miles
    Test number
    535641537643
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,482 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,482 miles
    Test number
    105264837855
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail102,482 miles (+3,123)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,482 miles
    Test number
    655642493547
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass99,359 miles (+4,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,359 miles
    Test number
    998525136385
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass94,806 miles (+9)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,806 miles
    Test number
    485111693732
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sensor wiring incorrectly routed

  13. Fail94,797 miles (+5,209)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,797 miles
    Test number
    928599852131
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sensor wiring incorrectly routed

  14. Pass89,588 miles (+4,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,588 miles
    Test number
    415525889102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

  15. Pass84,881 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,881 miles
    Test number
    750379139389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Flexi hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner tread wear on tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tread wear on tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  16. Fail84,874 miles (+7,328)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,874 miles
    Test number
    547922861596
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Flexi hose insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner tread wear on tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tread wear on tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  17. Pass77,546 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,546 miles
    Test number
    989662345064
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail77,546 miles (+7,735)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,546 miles
    Test number
    606911245051
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass69,811 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    807289134071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside wing mirror mising

  20. Fail69,811 miles (+10,824)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    608579734065
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass58,987 miles (+10,043)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,987 miles
    Test number
    206524543076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on dash
    • NoteBrake warning light on dash
    • NoteSeat belt warning light on dash

  22. Pass48,944 miles (+10,740)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,944 miles
    Test number
    878171142021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn to 2mm.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn to 2mm

  23. Pass38,204 miles (+3,655)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,204 miles
    Test number
    159742111063
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing
    • NoteRear pads getting low

  24. Pass34,549 miles (+7,778)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,549 miles
    Test number
    800732050289
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on inner edges
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn severely on outer edges - Replace ASAP

  25. Pass26,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    26,771 miles
    Test number
    582629559298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 YLA

Does J9 YLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 YLA is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 YLA?
The MOT on J9 YLA is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 YLA done?
J9 YLA was recorded at 114,085 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 5,170 miles a year.
Has J9 YLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 YLA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on J9 YLA 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 J9 YLA find?
J9 YLA passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; nearside rear light lens damage; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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