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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y11 LAKMOT history

Y11 LAK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 163,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

Y11 LAK 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 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
163,827 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y11 LAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y11 LAK was last recorded at 163,827 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 1,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,273 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,554 miles
Average per year
6,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,827 miles
  • 2025 – 162,273 miles
  • 2024 – 158,272 miles
  • 2023 – 151,590 miles
  • 2022 – 143,242 miles
  • 2021 – 143,230 miles
  • 2020 – 143,230 miles
  • 2019 – 140,839 miles
  • 2018 – 135,023 miles
  • 2017 – 124,752 miles
  • 2016 – 112,604 miles
  • 2015 – 104,570 miles
  • 2014 – 100,481 miles
  • 2012 – 92,840 miles
  • 2011 – 82,151 miles
  • 2010 – 73,511 miles
  • 2009 – 66,780 miles
  • 2008 – 59,745 miles
  • 2007 – 51,732 miles
  • 2006 – 40,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,827 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,827 miles (+1,554)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    163,827 miles
    Test number
    530491341367
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass162,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    162,273 miles
    Test number
    256297334690
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  3. Fail162,273 miles (+4,001)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,273 miles
    Test number
    713178348352
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass158,272 miles (+6,682)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    158,272 miles
    Test number
    865668115255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,590 miles (+8,348)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    151,590 miles
    Test number
    220197012301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,242 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,242 miles
    Test number
    868317999352
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under tray
  7. Fail143,242 miles (+12)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,242 miles
    Test number
    557349887709
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under tray
  8. Pass143,230 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    143,230 miles
    Test number
    585930199867
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail143,230 miles (+2,391)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,230 miles
    Test number
    837296008687
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass140,839 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,839 miles
    Test number
    276405396196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail140,827 miles (+5,804)2 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,827 miles
    Test number
    454232345172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Pass135,023 miles (+10,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    135,023 miles
    Test number
    913265984629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass124,752 miles (+12,148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    124,752 miles
    Test number
    262232395789
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Pass112,604 miles (+8,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    112,604 miles
    Test number
    870403933816
    • AdvisoryTyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. Pass104,570 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    104,570 miles
    Test number
    155101945089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,563 miles (+4,082)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,563 miles
    Test number
    326926335029
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  17. Pass100,481 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    100,481 miles
    Test number
    106113414001
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  18. Fail100,466 miles (+7,626)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,466 miles
    Test number
    599330514003
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass92,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    92,840 miles
    Test number
    818250482181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail92,834 miles (+10,683)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,834 miles
    Test number
    976640982197
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  21. Pass82,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,151 miles
    Test number
    615791461130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,148 miles (+8,637)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,148 miles
    Test number
    595421161134
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
  23. Pass73,511 miles (+6,731)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,511 miles
    Test number
    470561260115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,780 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,780 miles
    Test number
    772673069173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,745 miles (+8,013)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,745 miles
    Test number
    500127398124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,732 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    51,732 miles
    Test number
    644987497143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail51,713 miles (+11,534)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,713 miles
    Test number
    512383397113
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass40,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    40,179 miles
    Test number
    491102876150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,179 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,179 miles
    Test number
    102311576174
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about Y11 LAK

Does Y11 LAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y11 LAK is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y11 LAK?
The MOT on Y11 LAK is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y11 LAK done?
Y11 LAK was recorded at 163,827 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 6,257 miles a year.
Has Y11 LAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y11 LAK has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y11 LAK 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 Y11 LAK find?
Y11 LAK passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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