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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,796 cc

P970 YPCMOT history

P970 YPC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Sept 1996. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 148,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2022.

P970 YPC blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2023
Mileage
148,486 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P970 YPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
10 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P970 YPC was last recorded at 148,486 miles on 15 Feb 2022, 6,678 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,808 miles · 17 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,678 miles
Average per year
7,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,486 miles
  • 2021 – 141,808 miles
  • 2020 – 138,733 miles
  • 2019 – 131,676 miles
  • 2018 – 124,002 miles
  • 2017 – 117,171 miles
  • 2016 – 111,576 miles
  • 2015 – 104,087 miles
  • 2013 – 96,376 miles
  • 2012 – 85,447 miles
  • 2011 – 78,089 miles
  • 2010 – 71,330 miles
  • 2009 – 63,605 miles
  • 2008 – 54,709 miles
  • 2007 – 46,686 miles
  • 2006 – 39,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,486 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both front-rear
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Both front - rear fuel pipes corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front brake back plate insecure/rattling

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,486 miles (+6,678)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,486 miles
    Test number
    164307667121
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both front-rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass141,808 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    141,808 miles
    Test number
    710385950842
    • AdvisoryBoth front - rear fuel pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate insecure/rattling
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate insecure/rattling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail141,807 miles (+3,074)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,807 miles
    Test number
    567932269601
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases @back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front - rear fuel pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate insecure/rattling
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate insecure/rattling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,733 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    138,733 miles
    Test number
    718346598508
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both front >> rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate /insecure (rattle)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  5. Fail138,733 miles (+7,057)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,733 miles
    Test number
    448692504332
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn mounting bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner face (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (front >>Rear) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both front >> rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate /insecure (rattle)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  6. Pass131,676 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,676 miles
    Test number
    878645306542
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate slight insecure (rattling )
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail131,675 miles (+7,673)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,675 miles
    Test number
    347367935599
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe cracked at lambda sensor (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate slight insecure (rattling )
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass124,002 miles (+6,831)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    124,002 miles
    Test number
    381733196658
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fractured at lambda sensor (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass117,171 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    117,171 miles
    Test number
    592369482754
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  10. Fail117,169 miles (+5,593)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,169 miles
    Test number
    618141052088
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Pass111,576 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,576 miles
    Test number
    106625249791
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber upper stop upsidedown

  12. Fail111,574 miles (+7,487)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,574 miles
    Test number
    451812715284
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber upper stop upsidedown
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant leak

  13. Pass104,087 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    104,087 miles
    Test number
    115382575472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail104,087 miles (+7,711)4 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,087 miles
    Test number
    426592775025
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass96,376 miles (+10,929)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,376 miles
    Test number
    427070143253
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail85,447 miles2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,447 miles
    Test number
    389382842483
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  17. Pass85,447 miles (+7,358)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,447 miles
    Test number
    735082442289
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  18. Pass78,089 miles (+6,759)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,089 miles
    Test number
    667744231297
    • NoteBoth n/s tyres starting to get low on tread
    • NoteFirst ext. mounting braket missing
    • NoteGeneral wear on all discs
    • NoteO/s/r shocker dust cover adrfit
    • NoteOne n/s/f washer jet blocked
    • NotePlastic covers fitted over sils
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate
    • NoteSmall oil leak around engine
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  19. Pass71,330 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,330 miles
    Test number
    733593940276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  20. Fail71,330 miles (+7,725)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,330 miles
    Test number
    952073640231
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteBoth front inner brake pads low

  21. Pass63,605 miles (+8,896)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,605 miles
    Test number
    890594549254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,709 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    54,709 miles
    Test number
    552890358203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/ OF STEERING RACK INNER JOIN HAS SLIGHT PLAY

  23. Fail54,709 miles (+8,023)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,709 miles
    Test number
    741420058216
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/ OF STEERING RACK INNER JOIN HAS SLIGHT PLAY

  24. Pass46,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,686 miles
    Test number
    301576247285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,686 miles (+7,274)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,686 miles
    Test number
    914343347213
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

  26. Pass39,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    39,412 miles
    Test number
    303259346205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about P970 YPC

Does P970 YPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P970 YPC expired on 16 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P970 YPC?
The MOT on P970 YPC expired on 16 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P970 YPC done?
P970 YPC was recorded at 148,486 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2022, an average of 7,062 miles a year.
Has P970 YPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P970 YPC has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on P970 YPC 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 P970 YPC find?
P970 YPC passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2022 with 6 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded both front-rear; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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