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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

Y11 MGWMOT history

Y11 MGW is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

Y11 MGW silver 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 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
67,666 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y11 MGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y11 MGW was last recorded at 67,666 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Sept 2016: 43,929 miles, lower than 55,132 miles on 23 Sept 2015.

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
67,660 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,666 miles
  • 2025 – 66,414 miles
  • 2024 – 65,565 miles
  • 2023 – 63,875 miles
  • 2022 – 61,667 miles
  • 2021 – 58,578 miles
  • 2020 – 55,896 miles
  • 2019 – 53,392 miles
  • 2018 – 50,148 miles
  • 2017 – 47,256 miles
  • 2016 – 43,929 miles
  • 2015 – 55,132 miles
  • 2014 – 37,680 miles
  • 2013 – 33,982 miles
  • 2012 – 32,150 miles
  • 2011 – 29,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,666 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,666 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    67,666 miles
    Test number
    137465363631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail67,660 miles (+1,246)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,660 miles
    Test number
    448985128458
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured cracked alloy wheel. (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass66,414 miles (+849)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    66,414 miles
    Test number
    927947075163
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass65,565 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    65,565 miles
    Test number
    259834951987
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning led (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail65,564 miles (+1,689)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,564 miles
    Test number
    926583204122
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning led (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass63,875 miles (+2,208)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,875 miles
    Test number
    471362017063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,667 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,667 miles
    Test number
    308812562342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,666 miles (+3,088)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,666 miles
    Test number
    670061331832
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass58,578 miles (+2,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    58,578 miles
    Test number
    851938766478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass55,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,896 miles
    Test number
    577406383465
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leaking from rear differential output seal on offside

  11. Fail55,896 miles (+2,504)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,896 miles
    Test number
    726095954106
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leaking from rear differential output seal on offside

  12. Pass53,392 miles (+3,244)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,392 miles
    Test number
    231373533783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,148 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,148 miles
    Test number
    550409883282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail50,148 miles (+2,892)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,148 miles
    Test number
    813544292343
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tread on cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass47,256 miles (+3,327)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    47,256 miles
    Test number
    996018185256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,929 miles (-11,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    43,929 miles
    Test number
    589032865277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass55,132 miles (+14,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,132 miles
    Test number
    430039051348
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail40,214 miles (+2,534)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,214 miles
    Test number
    921904461422
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass37,680 miles (+3,698)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,680 miles
    Test number
    395445354202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,982 miles (+1,832)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,982 miles
    Test number
    689424853201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,150 miles (+2,471)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,150 miles
    Test number
    405036952202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,679 miles (+247)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,679 miles
    Test number
    819800471224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    29,432 miles
    Test number
    715877131257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,432 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,432 miles
    Test number
    976737331255
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y11 MGW

Does Y11 MGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y11 MGW is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y11 MGW?
The MOT on Y11 MGW is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y11 MGW done?
Y11 MGW was recorded at 67,666 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,535 miles a year.
Has Y11 MGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y11 MGW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y11 MGW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Sept 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y11 MGW find?
Y11 MGW passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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