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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

Y13 RCYMOT history

Y13 RCY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 72,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

Y13 RCY 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 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,346 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y13 RCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y13 RCY was last recorded at 72,346 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,511 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
835 miles
Average per year
3,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,346 miles
  • 2025 – 71,511 miles
  • 2023 – 69,070 miles
  • 2022 – 63,801 miles
  • 2021 – 62,759 miles
  • 2020 – 54,921 miles
  • 2017 – 45,141 miles
  • 2016 – 41,264 miles
  • 2015 – 25,856 miles
  • 2013 – 22,292 miles
  • 2012 – 18,411 miles
  • 2011 – 15,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,346 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged curb protector

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear rear subframe and suspension assembly has wide spread surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,346 miles (+835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,346 miles
    Test number
    640426054191
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass71,511 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    254154303340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged curb protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear subframe and suspension assembly has wide spread surface corrosion

  3. Fail71,497 miles (+2,427)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,497 miles
    Test number
    268001682498
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged curb protector (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear subframe and suspension assembly has wide spread surface corrosion

  4. Pass69,070 miles (+5,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,070 miles
    Test number
    595059716443
    • 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))

  5. Pass63,801 miles (+1,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    63,801 miles
    Test number
    773420542851
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass62,759 miles (+7,838)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    62,759 miles
    Test number
    548387993091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,921 miles (+9,780)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,921 miles
    Test number
    409648787919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,141 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,141 miles
    Test number
    199502665494
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail45,135 miles (+3,871)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,135 miles
    Test number
    636774939226
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass41,264 miles (+7,036)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,264 miles
    Test number
    940896819475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,228 miles (+8,372)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    34,228 miles
    Test number
    323151866670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,856 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    25,856 miles
    Test number
    179175105497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,292 miles (+3,881)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,292 miles
    Test number
    729442143257
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass18,411 miles (+3,103)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    18,411 miles
    Test number
    478864562259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    15,308 miles
    Test number
    756642701103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y13 RCY

Does Y13 RCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y13 RCY is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y13 RCY?
The MOT on Y13 RCY is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y13 RCY done?
Y13 RCY was recorded at 72,346 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 3,808 miles a year.
Has Y13 RCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y13 RCY has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y13 RCY 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 Y13 RCY find?
Y13 RCY passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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