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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 2,993 cc

T5 YLXMOT history

T5 YLX is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 116,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,985 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 YLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
21 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 YLX was last recorded at 116,985 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 2,124 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,861 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2,124 miles
Average per year
10,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,985 miles
  • 2025 – 114,861 miles
  • 2024 – 107,734 miles
  • 2023 – 101,035 miles
  • 2022 – 88,824 miles
  • 2021 – 76,661 miles
  • 2020 – 74,756 miles
  • 2019 – 60,653 miles
  • 2018 – 34,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,985 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front tyre sidewall deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 25 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,985 miles (+2,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,985 miles
    Test number
    875436890154
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail114,861 miles (+7,127)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,861 miles
    Test number
    800615931689
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass107,734 miles (+232)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    107,734 miles
    Test number
    893424335142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail107,502 miles (+6,467)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,502 miles
    Test number
    789925584702
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass101,035 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    101,035 miles
    Test number
    997756770292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall deteriorated.
  6. Fail101,003 miles (+12,179)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,003 miles
    Test number
    269494896265
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall deteriorated.
  7. Pass88,824 miles (+12,163)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,824 miles
    Test number
    598597515488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass76,661 miles (+1,905)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,661 miles
    Test number
    924997827265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,756 miles (+14,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,756 miles
    Test number
    467720785440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush has leaked its oil out (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass60,653 miles (+26,204)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,653 miles
    Test number
    441449196664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass34,449 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    34,449 miles
    Test number
    778313603020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail34,444 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,444 miles
    Test number
    952362757776
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about T5 YLX

Does T5 YLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 YLX is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 YLX?
The MOT on T5 YLX is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 YLX done?
T5 YLX was recorded at 116,985 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 10,884 miles a year.
Has T5 YLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 YLX has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 YLX 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 T5 YLX find?
T5 YLX passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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