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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

Y11 FOSMOT history

Y11 FOS is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 174,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

Y11 FOS blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
174,676 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y11 FOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y11 FOS was last recorded at 174,676 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Apr 2012: 76,928 miles, lower than 688,814 miles on 5 Apr 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
174,665 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
6,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,676 miles
  • 2025 – 172,194 miles
  • 2024 – 161,129 miles
  • 2023 – 155,066 miles
  • 2022 – 150,111 miles
  • 2020 – 147,388 miles
  • 2019 – 144,339 miles
  • 2018 – 138,715 miles
  • 2017 – 133,684 miles
  • 2016 – 126,430 miles
  • 2015 – 116,094 miles
  • 2014 – 105,858 miles
  • 2013 – 95,522 miles
  • 2012 – 76,928 miles
  • 2011 – 688,814 miles
  • 2010 – 60,658 miles
  • 2009 – 52,321 miles
  • 2008 – 48,357 miles
  • 2007 – 42,711 miles
  • 2006 – 35,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,676 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Various items corroded under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,676 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    174,676 miles
    Test number
    5724451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail174,665 miles (+2,471)
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,665 miles
    Test number
    5694502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass172,194 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    172,194 miles
    Test number
    217937429848
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  4. Fail172,194 miles (+11,065)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,194 miles
    Test number
    786327894936
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  5. Pass161,129 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    161,129 miles
    Test number
    964547028023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail161,129 miles (+6,063)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,129 miles
    Test number
    507973234301
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass155,066 miles (+4,955)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    155,066 miles
    Test number
    365399205606
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass150,111 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    150,111 miles
    Test number
    672498625759
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nsf and Osf. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damaged and cracking, and also inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nsr and Osr. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail150,111 miles (+2,723)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,111 miles
    Test number
    493433995382
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nsf and Osf. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damaged and cracking, and also inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nsr and Osr. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass147,388 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    147,388 miles
    Test number
    670985127067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail147,387 miles (+3,048)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,387 miles
    Test number
    164525104958
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass144,339 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    144,339 miles
    Test number
    530991851904
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail144,336 miles (+5,621)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,336 miles
    Test number
    848057388461
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass138,715 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    138,715 miles
    Test number
    578108747865
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Fail138,710 miles (+5,026)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,710 miles
    Test number
    727015101387
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass133,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    133,684 miles
    Test number
    192720593123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail133,684 miles (+7,254)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,684 miles
    Test number
    451935265206
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass126,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    126,430 miles
    Test number
    944060422298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail126,429 miles (+10,335)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,429 miles
    Test number
    681837491119
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass116,094 miles (+10,236)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,094 miles
    Test number
    238634685418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light is on .but new pads fitted on rear , and front pads in good condition.
    • NoteN s front outer tyre wall has various cuts , but not showing canvas .

  21. Pass105,858 miles (+10,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,858 miles
    Test number
    169329834119
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass95,522 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,522 miles
    Test number
    348648903119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail95,158 miles (+18,230)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,158 miles
    Test number
    457121903194
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  24. Fail76,928 miles2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,928 miles
    Test number
    705613202176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic trim fitted to both sills

  25. Pass76,928 miles (-611,886)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    76,928 miles
    Test number
    747383802156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic trim fitted to both sills

  26. Pass688,814 miles (+628,156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    688,814 miles
    Test number
    328525991099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass60,658 miles (+8,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,658 miles
    Test number
    673158990019
    • 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)

  28. Pass52,321 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,321 miles
    Test number
    190722399040
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail52,321 miles (+3,964)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,321 miles
    Test number
    560361999031
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  30. Pass48,357 miles (+5,646)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,357 miles
    Test number
    660972498083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass42,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,711 miles
    Test number
    783579487097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail42,711 miles (+7,076)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,711 miles
    Test number
    874058487061
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass35,635 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,635 miles
    Test number
    271433186061
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about Y11 FOS

Does Y11 FOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y11 FOS is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y11 FOS?
The MOT on Y11 FOS is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y11 FOS done?
Y11 FOS was recorded at 174,676 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 6,850 miles a year.
Has Y11 FOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y11 FOS has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y11 FOS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y11 FOS find?
Y11 FOS passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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