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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2013 · 2,996 cc

Y15 JLFMOT history

Y15 JLF is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 89,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

Y15 JLF 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 31 May 2027
Mileage
89,568 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 JLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 JLF was last recorded at 89,568 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 87 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,481 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
87 miles
Average per year
6,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,568 miles
  • 2025 – 78,688 miles
  • 2024 – 71,407 miles
  • 2023 – 69,985 miles
  • 2022 – 67,934 miles
  • 2021 – 65,577 miles
  • 2020 – 63,815 miles
  • 2019 – 54,472 miles
  • 2018 – 42,641 miles
  • 2017 – 38,849 miles
  • 2016 – 29,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,568 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear boot release switch loose but still operable during the testRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,568 miles (+87)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,568 miles
    Test number
    926588593988
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear boot release switch loose but still operable during the test
  2. Fail89,481 miles (+10,793)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,481 miles
    Test number
    837902044780
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear boot release switch loose but still operable during the test
  3. Pass78,688 miles (+7,281)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    78,688 miles
    Test number
    550133170344
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shockabsorber dust cover loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Pass71,407 miles (+1,422)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    71,407 miles
    Test number
    322033695973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,985 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    69,985 miles
    Test number
    543743714156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail69,977 miles (+2,043)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,977 miles
    Test number
    438495554472
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass67,934 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    67,934 miles
    Test number
    153908374925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  8. Fail67,920 miles (+2,343)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,920 miles
    Test number
    876446874347
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  9. Pass65,577 miles (+1,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,577 miles
    Test number
    711865350015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass63,815 miles (+9,343)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    63,815 miles
    Test number
    991903530319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,472 miles (+11,831)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    54,472 miles
    Test number
    503939181432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge bald.. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.6 mm now.. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  12. Pass42,641 miles (+3,792)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    42,641 miles
    Test number
    328355422695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,849 miles (+8,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,849 miles
    Test number
    266106576117
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn smooth on inside edge
  14. Pass29,895 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    29,895 miles
    Test number
    550680483416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,890 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,890 miles
    Test number
    410143950571
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about Y15 JLF

Does Y15 JLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y15 JLF is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y15 JLF?
The MOT on Y15 JLF is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y15 JLF done?
Y15 JLF was recorded at 89,568 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 6,144 miles a year.
Has Y15 JLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 JLF has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y15 JLF 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 Y15 JLF find?
Y15 JLF passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively all brake discs; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides; nearside front tyre slightly damaged outer wall, and 4 more.

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