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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

S16 YLAMOT history

S16 YLA is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

S16 YLA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
139,983 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 YLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 YLA was last recorded at 139,983 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 56 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,927 miles · 28 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
56 miles
Average per year
4,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,983 miles
  • 2021 – 139,927 miles
  • 2020 – 139,621 miles
  • 2019 – 134,746 miles
  • 2018 – 133,433 miles
  • 2017 – 127,151 miles
  • 2016 – 121,901 miles
  • 2015 – 115,872 miles
  • 2014 – 110,013 miles
  • 2013 – 103,226 miles
  • 2012 – 94,767 miles
  • 2011 – 84,442 miles
  • 2010 – 75,035 miles
  • 2009 – 65,787 miles
  • 2008 – 56,823 miles
  • 2007 – 49,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,983 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,983 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    139,983 miles
    Test number
    637867684210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass139,927 miles (+306)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,927 miles
    Test number
    624909631246
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,621 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    139,621 miles
    Test number
    771515125611
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  4. Fail139,621 miles (+4,875)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,621 miles
    Test number
    699538678364
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  5. Pass134,746 miles (+1,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,746 miles
    Test number
    414122818386
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass133,433 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    133,433 miles
    Test number
    887574578636
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Fail133,433 miles (+6,282)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,433 miles
    Test number
    794424009470
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass127,151 miles (+5,250)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    127,151 miles
    Test number
    745569444909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass121,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    121,901 miles
    Test number
    263053845314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail121,901 miles (+6,029)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,901 miles
    Test number
    562784040231
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass115,872 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,872 miles
    Test number
    686850005147
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/f and o/s/r tyres have cuts on sidewalls

  12. Fail115,872 miles (+5,859)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,872 miles
    Test number
    205500305411
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/f and o/s/r tyres have cuts on sidewalls

  13. Pass110,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    110,013 miles
    Test number
    809537694041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail110,013 miles (+6,787)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,013 miles
    Test number
    175187194494
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass103,226 miles (+8,459)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    103,226 miles
    Test number
    627666103179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,767 miles (+10,325)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,767 miles
    Test number
    985307402178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,442 miles (+9,407)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,442 miles
    Test number
    828384901126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,035 miles (+9,248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    254353000183
    • NoteWheel rims kerbed fan belt cracking o/s/f n/s/f tyres smooth inner edges near limit n/s/r handbrake reading low surface corrosion varoius steel brake pipes corrosion exhaust oil leak

  19. Pass65,787 miles (+8,964)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,787 miles
    Test number
    764722919184
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp lens missing wheel rims kerbed oil leaks front and rear wheels different size corrosion exhaust o/s/r n/s/r tyres worn uneven inside edges

  20. Pass56,823 miles (+7,366)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,823 miles
    Test number
    901995018110
    • NoteWheel rims kerbed o/s/f spot light broken front discs ridged check rear brake pads 3000 miles surface corrosion exhaust clamps on rear pipes very rusty slight movement o/s/f n/s/f lower arm rear bushes both front tyres worn inner edges different size

  21. Pass49,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    49,457 miles
    Test number
    973908317151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 YLA

Does S16 YLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 YLA is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 YLA?
The MOT on S16 YLA is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 YLA done?
S16 YLA was recorded at 139,983 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 4,725 miles a year.
Has S16 YLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 YLA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on S16 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 S16 YLA find?
S16 YLA passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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