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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T202 YNUMOT history

T202 YNU is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2026
Mileage
116,582 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T202 YNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T202 YNU was last recorded at 116,582 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,575 miles · 9 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,582 miles
  • 2024 – 116,575 miles
  • 2023 – 114,030 miles
  • 2021 – 113,985 miles
  • 2020 – 106,892 miles
  • 2019 – 97,509 miles
  • 2018 – 92,617 miles
  • 2017 – 89,619 miles
  • 2016 – 86,082 miles
  • 2015 – 83,328 miles
  • 2014 – 80,190 miles
  • 2013 – 78,352 miles
  • 2011 – 73,430 miles
  • 2010 – 68,923 miles
  • 2009 – 64,876 miles
  • 2008 – 59,716 miles
  • 2006 – 43,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,582 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,582 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    116,582 miles
    Test number
    279151851537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,575 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    116,575 miles
    Test number
    729002732181
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail116,566 miles (+2,536)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,566 miles
    Test number
    559708751982
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass114,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    114,030 miles
    Test number
    934296414578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail114,030 miles (+45)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,030 miles
    Test number
    472299772191
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail113,985 miles (+7,093)4 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,985 miles
    Test number
    541864166195
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass106,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    106,892 miles
    Test number
    157819607301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,892 miles (+9,383)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,892 miles
    Test number
    309864742979
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass97,509 miles (+287)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,509 miles
    Test number
    409889024013
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail97,222 miles (+4,605)1 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,222 miles
    Test number
    824981233237
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass92,617 miles (+2,998)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,617 miles
    Test number
    419732414083
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light lens broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass89,619 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,619 miles
    Test number
    234585578122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail89,617 miles (+3,535)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,617 miles
    Test number
    866251828541
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  14. Pass86,082 miles (+2,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    86,082 miles
    Test number
    458210084372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  15. Pass83,328 miles (+3,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,328 miles
    Test number
    188294075136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass80,190 miles (+1,838)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,190 miles
    Test number
    218877454417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCheck Control Warning Light On
    • NoteOffside front tyre valve perished

  17. Pass78,352 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,352 miles
    Test number
    235611033488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail78,305 miles (+4,875)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,305 miles
    Test number
    317624823192
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass73,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,430 miles
    Test number
    785342471249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,430 miles (+4,507)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,430 miles
    Test number
    925061071270
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteTraction control warning light on

  21. Pass68,923 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    373101930432
    • NoteOffside front foglight not working

  22. Fail68,923 miles (+4,047)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    884709520294
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteOffside front foglight not working

  23. Fail64,876 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,876 miles
    Test number
    601547749188
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSeat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

  24. Pass64,876 miles (+5,160)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,876 miles
    Test number
    662397549184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSeat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

  25. Pass59,716 miles (+16,229)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,716 miles
    Test number
    652507838127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  26. Pass43,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,487 miles
    Test number
    682465646119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,487 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,487 miles
    Test number
    761745946102
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T202 YNU

Does T202 YNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T202 YNU expired on 24 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T202 YNU?
The MOT on T202 YNU expired on 24 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T202 YNU done?
T202 YNU was recorded at 116,582 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 3,864 miles a year.
Has T202 YNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T202 YNU has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T202 YNU 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 T202 YNU find?
T202 YNU passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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