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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

Y11 GGSMOT history

Y11 GGS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 143,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

Y11 GGS black 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 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
143,491 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y11 GGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y11 GGS was last recorded at 143,491 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 4,025 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jun 2018: 11,101 miles, lower than 111,099 miles on 13 Jun 2018.

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
139,466 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,025 miles
Average per year
5,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,491 miles
  • 2025 – 139,466 miles
  • 2024 – 133,428 miles
  • 2023 – 125,710 miles
  • 2022 – 123,646 miles
  • 2021 – 117,460 miles
  • 2019 – 111,943 miles
  • 2018 – 11,101 miles
  • 2016 – 110,609 miles
  • 2015 – 109,230 miles
  • 2014 – 109,208 miles
  • 2013 – 108,265 miles
  • 2012 – 103,098 miles
  • 2011 – 94,332 miles
  • 2010 – 88,978 miles
  • 2009 – 79,727 miles
  • 2008 – 66,796 miles
  • 2007 – 47,661 miles
  • 2006 – 33,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,491 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCar corroded in partsRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower bushes around ball joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,491 miles (+4,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    143,491 miles
    Test number
    560834018586
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCar corroded in parts

  2. Pass139,466 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    139,466 miles
    Test number
    591479075276
    • AdvisoryCar corroded in parts

  3. Fail139,426 miles (+5,998)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,426 miles
    Test number
    625421735571
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCar corroded in parts

  4. Pass133,428 miles (+1,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    133,428 miles
    Test number
    791660687282
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCar corroded in parts

  5. Pass132,173 miles (+82)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    132,173 miles
    Test number
    767687076781
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail132,091 miles (+6,381)3 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,091 miles
    Test number
    181509358127
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wing has piece missing causing a sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass125,710 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,710 miles
    Test number
    289660195602
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower bushes around ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded

  8. Fail125,710 miles (+2,064)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,710 miles
    Test number
    886486248196
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower bushes around ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded

  9. Pass123,646 miles (+6,186)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    123,646 miles
    Test number
    562971996440
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play nsf & osf lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsr & osr tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDriver front and pasengers front wheel arches corroded

  10. Pass117,460 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,460 miles
    Test number
    498113276263
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail117,456 miles (+135)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,456 miles
    Test number
    554239923248
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail117,321 miles (+5,378)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,321 miles
    Test number
    451255746326
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass111,943 miles (+100,842)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,943 miles
    Test number
    858130738348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass11,101 miles (-99,998)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    11,101 miles
    Test number
    106761879331
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust hanger broken at gearbox
    • AdvisoryHeadlight washers inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Outer ball joint creaking.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both offside and nearside rear radius arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail111,099 miles (+490)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,099 miles
    Test number
    612663644028
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust hanger broken at gearbox
    • AdvisoryHeadlight washers inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Outer ball joint creaking.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both offside and nearside rear radius arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass110,609 miles (+1,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,609 miles
    Test number
    906633443233
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass109,230 miles (+5)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,230 miles
    Test number
    317858715243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteGearbox exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteHeadlight washers not working
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut on tread but below requirements

  18. Fail109,225 miles (+17)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,225 miles
    Test number
    857637615239
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteGearbox exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteHeadlight washers not working
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut on tread but below requirements

  19. Fail109,208 miles (+943)10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,208 miles
    Test number
    258513544452
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteGearbox to exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/f windscreen wiper not clearing the windscreen

  20. Pass108,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    108,265 miles
    Test number
    256529243402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail108,265 miles (+5,167)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,265 miles
    Test number
    588299443149
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass103,098 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    103,098 miles
    Test number
    479903692063
    • NoteAux belt in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  23. Fail103,098 miles (+8,766)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,098 miles
    Test number
    538469682063
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAux belt in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  24. Pass94,332 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    94,332 miles
    Test number
    215028861030
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  25. Fail94,329 miles (+5,351)2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,329 miles
    Test number
    777527661035
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  26. Pass88,978 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    88,978 miles
    Test number
    431620370134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Fail88,977 miles (+9,250)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,977 miles
    Test number
    433199260102
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass79,727 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,727 miles
    Test number
    593421929189
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Fail79,727 miles (+12,931)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,727 miles
    Test number
    682711229178
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass66,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,796 miles
    Test number
    790669968237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail66,796 miles (+19,135)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,796 miles
    Test number
    271579068243
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass47,661 miles (+14,339)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,661 miles
    Test number
    774559467226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass33,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    33,322 miles
    Test number
    821155776239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail33,322 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,322 miles
    Test number
    892515776208
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about Y11 GGS

Does Y11 GGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y11 GGS is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y11 GGS?
The MOT on Y11 GGS is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y11 GGS done?
Y11 GGS was recorded at 143,491 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 5,550 miles a year.
Has Y11 GGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y11 GGS has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y11 GGS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y11 GGS find?
Y11 GGS passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; car corroded in parts.

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