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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

T20 YDJMOT history

T20 YDJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 329,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
329,878 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 YDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 YDJ was last recorded at 329,878 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 10,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
319,692 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,186 miles
Average per year
13,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 329,878 miles
  • 2025 – 319,692 miles
  • 2024 – 306,411 miles
  • 2023 – 294,232 miles
  • 2022 – 282,324 miles
  • 2021 – 270,409 miles
  • 2020 – 266,665 miles
  • 2019 – 260,399 miles
  • 2018 – 250,926 miles
  • 2017 – 235,239 miles
  • 2016 – 222,589 miles
  • 2015 – 214,872 miles
  • 2014 – 200,596 miles
  • 2013 – 183,548 miles
  • 2012 – 161,735 miles
  • 2011 – 143,075 miles
  • 2010 – 120,401 miles
  • 2009 – 102,781 miles
  • 2008 – 82,108 miles
  • 2007 – 64,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass329,878 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion in various areas
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Chip in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass329,878 miles (+10,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    329,878 miles
    Test number
    343826967501
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass319,692 miles (+13,281)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    319,692 miles
    Test number
    525330765138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass306,411 miles (+12,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    306,411 miles
    Test number
    890864567173
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass294,232 miles (+11,908)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    294,232 miles
    Test number
    282381375162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in dirt/mud

  5. Pass282,324 miles (+11,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    282,324 miles
    Test number
    499235246451
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in mud

  6. Pass270,409 miles (+3,744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    270,409 miles
    Test number
    897052391686
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

  7. Pass266,665 miles (+6,266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    266,665 miles
    Test number
    802653385206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear inner sills / chassis rail / floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake and suspension components including rear subframe corroded

  8. Pass260,399 miles (+9,473)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    260,399 miles
    Test number
    463773700568
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUndercover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal
    • AdvisoryWipers worn

  9. Pass250,926 miles (+15,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    250,926 miles
    Test number
    201044456075
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

  10. Pass235,239 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    235,239 miles
    Test number
    909382616813
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to sills not allowing full inspection of that area

  11. Fail235,239 miles (+12,650)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,239 miles
    Test number
    825036227249
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to sills not allowing full inspection of that area

  12. Pass222,589 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    222,589 miles
    Test number
    716371849329
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail222,585 miles (+7,713)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,585 miles
    Test number
    911131825254
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass214,872 miles (+14,276)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    214,872 miles
    Test number
    318854645080
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass200,596 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    200,596 miles
    Test number
    177212464473
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail200,596 miles (+17,048)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,596 miles
    Test number
    846542264083
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass183,548 miles (+21,813)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    183,548 miles
    Test number
    398893233008
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass161,735 miles (+18,660)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    161,735 miles
    Test number
    706190522057
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteStone chip on windscreen outside swept area.

  19. Pass143,075 miles (+22,674)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    143,075 miles
    Test number
    157258921022
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to sills not allowing full inspection
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to underside not allowing full inspection.

  20. Pass120,401 miles (+17,620)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    120,401 miles
    Test number
    390779220081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to engine not allowing full inspection.
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to sills not allowing full inspection.
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

  21. Pass102,781 miles (+20,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    102,781 miles
    Test number
    333457349076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass82,108 miles (+17,660)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    82,108 miles
    Test number
    493022148061
    • NoteBoth front tyres very close to legal limit (225/50/16w)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting close to limit (225/50/16w)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates becoming delaminated
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low

  23. Pass64,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    64,448 miles
    Test number
    732370447025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T20 YDJ

Does T20 YDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 YDJ is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 YDJ?
The MOT on T20 YDJ is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 YDJ done?
T20 YDJ was recorded at 329,878 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 13,980 miles a year.
Has T20 YDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 YDJ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on T20 YDJ 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 T20 YDJ find?
T20 YDJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: corrosion in various areas; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner.

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