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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

Y18 AAKMOT history

Y18 AAK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

Y18 AAK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
117,094 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 AAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 AAK was last recorded at 117,094 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,047 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
5,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,094 miles
  • 2024 – 117,047 miles
  • 2022 – 100,113 miles
  • 2021 – 99,042 miles
  • 2020 – 94,418 miles
  • 2018 – 90,406 miles
  • 2017 – 84,414 miles
  • 2016 – 79,076 miles
  • 2015 – 71,659 miles
  • 2014 – 64,243 miles
  • 2013 – 58,099 miles
  • 2012 – 53,402 miles
  • 2011 – 47,452 miles
  • 2010 – 39,442 miles
  • 2009 – 34,528 miles
  • 2008 – 29,144 miles
  • 2007 – 23,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,094 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,094 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,094 miles
    Test number
    698821228345
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,094 miles (+47)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,094 miles
    Test number
    862756132312
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,047 miles (+16,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    117,047 miles
    Test number
    464531602388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,113 miles (+1,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    100,113 miles
    Test number
    598506603534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,042 miles (+4,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    99,042 miles
    Test number
    129159049590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass94,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    94,418 miles
    Test number
    685264314355
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail94,418 miles (+4,012)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,418 miles
    Test number
    915317921284
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,406 miles (+5,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    90,406 miles
    Test number
    319782600088
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,414 miles
    Test number
    490599241104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,408 miles (+5,332)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,408 miles
    Test number
    841650291112
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pads starting to wear low
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers

  11. Pass79,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,076 miles
    Test number
    388281558538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,076 miles (+7,417)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,076 miles
    Test number
    158081744622
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass71,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,659 miles
    Test number
    175802525201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,659 miles (+7,416)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,659 miles
    Test number
    128602325214
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass64,243 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,243 miles
    Test number
    516448844240
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail64,242 miles (+6,143)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,242 miles
    Test number
    935597544269
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass58,099 miles (+4,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,099 miles
    Test number
    576073733201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass53,402 miles (+5,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,402 miles
    Test number
    689439942202
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass47,452 miles (+8,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,452 miles
    Test number
    635230231278
    • 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)

  20. Pass39,442 miles (+4,914)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,442 miles
    Test number
    854128120258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,528 miles (+5,384)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,528 miles
    Test number
    642003529290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,144 miles (+6,079)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    29,144 miles
    Test number
    370468128269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass23,065 miles (+2,833)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,065 miles
    Test number
    774088027203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,232 miles
    Test number
    213111187038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 AAK

Does Y18 AAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y18 AAK expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y18 AAK?
The MOT on Y18 AAK expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y18 AAK done?
Y18 AAK was recorded at 117,094 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 5,217 miles a year.
Has Y18 AAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 AAK has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y18 AAK 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 Y18 AAK find?
Y18 AAK passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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