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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T53 YKEMOT history

T53 YKE is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2025
Mileage
108,157 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 YKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2025
Latest MOT test
4 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 YKE was last recorded at 108,157 miles on 4 May 2024, 5,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
102,585 miles · 11 May 2023
Between the last two tests
5,572 miles
Average per year
4,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,157 miles
  • 2023 – 102,585 miles
  • 2022 – 96,810 miles
  • 2021 – 86,266 miles
  • 2020 – 82,378 miles
  • 2019 – 70,403 miles
  • 2018 – 67,464 miles
  • 2017 – 65,918 miles
  • 2016 – 61,045 miles
  • 2015 – 57,001 miles
  • 2014 – 52,303 miles
  • 2013 – 47,688 miles
  • 2012 – 45,026 miles
  • 2011 – 42,265 miles
  • 2010 – 39,280 miles
  • 2009 – 35,672 miles
  • 2008 – 32,012 miles
  • 2007 – 28,486 miles
  • 2006 – 26,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,157 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,157 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    108,157 miles
    Test number
    489758983900
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail108,157 miles (+5,572)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,157 miles
    Test number
    542961082603
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass102,585 miles (+5,775)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,585 miles
    Test number
    230324754569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass96,810 miles (+10,544)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,810 miles
    Test number
    898915163211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,266 miles
    Test number
    541665272363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,266 miles (+3,888)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,266 miles
    Test number
    661807942429
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass82,378 miles (+11,975)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,378 miles
    Test number
    527150989385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,403 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    70,403 miles
    Test number
    241904741356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,464 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,464 miles
    Test number
    366511768333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,918 miles (+4,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,918 miles
    Test number
    161147667362
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle
  11. Pass61,045 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,045 miles
    Test number
    712503583833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,001 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,001 miles
    Test number
    436238585147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  13. Fail57,001 miles (+4,698)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,001 miles
    Test number
    235758985196
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  14. Pass52,303 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,303 miles
    Test number
    608275674159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,688 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,688 miles
    Test number
    697033263100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,026 miles (+2,761)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,026 miles
    Test number
    958280672151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,265 miles (+2,985)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,265 miles
    Test number
    197737361174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres near legal limit
  18. Pass39,280 miles (+3,608)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    39,280 miles
    Test number
    194332860101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,672 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,672 miles
    Test number
    930276369108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,012 miles (+3,526)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,012 miles
    Test number
    424620678159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass28,486 miles (+2,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,486 miles
    Test number
    284143467117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass26,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    26,186 miles
    Test number
    712466266114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 YKE

Does T53 YKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T53 YKE expired on 10 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T53 YKE?
The MOT on T53 YKE expired on 10 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T53 YKE done?
T53 YKE was recorded at 108,157 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2024, an average of 4,583 miles a year.
Has T53 YKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 YKE has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T53 YKE 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 T53 YKE find?
T53 YKE passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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