BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,995 cc

Y17 LYMMOT history

Y17 LYM is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 115,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y17 LYM 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 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,829 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,248 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y17 LYM in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y17 LYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y17 LYM was last recorded at 115,829 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 2,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,601 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,228 miles
Average per year
5,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,829 miles
  • 2025 – 113,601 miles
  • 2024 – 110,511 miles
  • 2023 – 106,030 miles
  • 2022 – 102,513 miles
  • 2021 – 98,486 miles
  • 2020 – 90,683 miles
  • 2019 – 86,364 miles
  • 2018 – 74,424 miles
  • 2017 – 67,500 miles
  • 2016 – 59,618 miles
  • 2015 – 52,925 miles
  • 2014 – 49,862 miles
  • 2013 – 44,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,829 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,829 miles
    Test number
    573042468917
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail115,825 miles (+2,224)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,825 miles
    Test number
    543190478432
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass113,601 miles (+3,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    113,601 miles
    Test number
    143771645886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is on the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass110,511 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    110,511 miles
    Test number
    585092649563
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail110,508 miles (+4,478)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,508 miles
    Test number
    348469395391
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass106,030 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    106,030 miles
    Test number
    538496064180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail105,927 miles (+3,414)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,927 miles
    Test number
    812318338238
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass102,513 miles (+4,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,513 miles
    Test number
    671835262060
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass98,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,486 miles
    Test number
    289619422289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,486 miles (+7,803)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,486 miles
    Test number
    343198266806
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  11. Pass90,683 miles (+4,319)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,683 miles
    Test number
    109236622083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,364 miles (+11,940)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,364 miles
    Test number
    563025800968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,424 miles
    Test number
    328684647990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,417 miles (+6,917)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,417 miles
    Test number
    196570397681
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass67,500 miles (+7,882)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,500 miles
    Test number
    504395002710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,618 miles (+6,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,618 miles
    Test number
    384657272855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass52,925 miles (+3,063)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,925 miles
    Test number
    597103935006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,862 miles (+5,544)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,862 miles
    Test number
    799996434099
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket bent
  19. Pass44,318 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,318 miles
    Test number
    768332543036
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about Y17 LYM

Does Y17 LYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y17 LYM is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y17 LYM?
The MOT on Y17 LYM is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y17 LYM done?
Y17 LYM was recorded at 115,829 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 5,248 miles a year.
Has Y17 LYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y17 LYM has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y17 LYM 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 Y17 LYM find?
Y17 LYM passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

Browse all Y17L registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.