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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

Y18 DLJMOT history

Y18 DLJ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 179,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2025.

Y18 DLJ blue 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 3 Sept 2026
Mileage
179,891 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 DLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 DLJ was last recorded at 179,891 miles on 4 Sept 2025, 12,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,999 miles · 26 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
12,892 miles
Average per year
9,457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,891 miles
  • 2024 – 166,999 miles
  • 2023 – 166,922 miles
  • 2022 – 161,970 miles
  • 2021 – 149,025 miles
  • 2019 – 137,963 miles
  • 2018 – 130,716 miles
  • 2017 – 123,570 miles
  • 2016 – 112,333 miles
  • 2015 – 92,468 miles
  • 2014 – 75,415 miles
  • 2013 – 67,124 miles
  • 2012 – 57,502 miles
  • 2011 – 51,263 miles
  • 2010 – 45,343 miles
  • 2009 – 36,346 miles
  • 2008 – 19,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,891 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Both sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,891 miles (+12,892)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    179,891 miles
    Test number
    525177553480
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Both sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass166,999 miles (+77)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    166,999 miles
    Test number
    617973799493
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under rear of vehicle

  3. Pass166,922 miles (+4,952)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    166,922 miles
    Test number
    803644962415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass161,970 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    161,970 miles
    Test number
    688188276477
    • 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. Fail161,963 miles (+12,938)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,963 miles
    Test number
    380811781663
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass149,025 miles (+11,062)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,025 miles
    Test number
    768538196632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,963 miles
    Test number
    261422440375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,963 miles (+7,247)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,963 miles
    Test number
    349040537999
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hub pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,716 miles (+7,146)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,716 miles
    Test number
    712764924581
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (f))

  10. Pass123,570 miles (+11,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    123,570 miles
    Test number
    870767330717
    • AdvisoryMinor scratch to screen noted

  11. Pass112,333 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,333 miles
    Test number
    529275344179
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail112,311 miles (+19,843)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,311 miles
    Test number
    337095342082
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass92,468 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,468 miles
    Test number
    338011111337
    • AdvisoryBoot full
    • AdvisoryEmission levels too low to record
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing low

  14. Fail92,468 miles (+17,053)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,468 miles
    Test number
    336047582929
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoot full
    • AdvisoryEmission levels too low to record
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing low

  15. Pass75,415 miles (+8,291)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,415 miles
    Test number
    337905794283
    • NoteEmission levels too low to register
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass67,124 miles (+9,622)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,124 miles
    Test number
    587015013314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    646226092267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,502 miles (+6,239)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    359776292224
    • FailureNearside Rear Additional braking device component(s) insecure (3.6.I.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Additional braking device insecure (3.6.I.1)

  19. Pass51,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    51,263 miles
    Test number
    266943991214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,263 miles (+5,920)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,263 miles
    Test number
    487352391239
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass45,343 miles (+8,997)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,343 miles
    Test number
    153302780221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,346 miles (+17,112)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,346 miles
    Test number
    341687459216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,234 miles
    Test number
    550432558256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 DLJ

Does Y18 DLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y18 DLJ expired on 3 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y18 DLJ?
The MOT on Y18 DLJ expired on 3 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y18 DLJ done?
Y18 DLJ was recorded at 179,891 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2025, an average of 9,457 miles a year.
Has Y18 DLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 DLJ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y18 DLJ 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 DLJ find?
Y18 DLJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2025 with 7 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm, and 4 more.

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