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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

Y18 MPDMOT history

Y18 MPD is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 214,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

Y18 MPD black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
214,701 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 MPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 MPD was last recorded at 214,701 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 1,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,615 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,086 miles
Average per year
12,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,701 miles
  • 2025 – 213,615 miles
  • 2024 – 205,770 miles
  • 2023 – 196,089 miles
  • 2022 – 180,074 miles
  • 2021 – 161,198 miles
  • 2020 – 147,237 miles
  • 2019 – 125,333 miles
  • 2018 – 111,165 miles
  • 2017 – 102,685 miles
  • 2016 – 92,818 miles
  • 2015 – 82,835 miles
  • 2014 – 62,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,701 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,701 miles (+1,086)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    214,701 miles
    Test number
    537961119530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass213,615 miles (+7,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    213,615 miles
    Test number
    639170302885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass205,770 miles (+9,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    205,770 miles
    Test number
    282325931656
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass196,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    196,089 miles
    Test number
    657197199688
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail196,089 miles (+16,015)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,089 miles
    Test number
    304344597186
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass180,074 miles (+18,876)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    180,074 miles
    Test number
    421450903613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass161,198 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    161,198 miles
    Test number
    751849646145
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust downpipe flexible joint deteriorated but not leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Fail161,198 miles (+13,961)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,198 miles
    Test number
    423370361003
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust downpipe flexible joint deteriorated but not leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Pass147,237 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    147,237 miles
    Test number
    931155198006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail147,227 miles (+21,894)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,227 miles
    Test number
    935190757242
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass125,333 miles (+325)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    125,333 miles
    Test number
    837871198608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail125,008 miles (+13,843)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,008 miles
    Test number
    847172315516
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
  13. Pass111,165 miles (+8,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,165 miles
    Test number
    843697347386
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass102,685 miles (+9,867)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    102,685 miles
    Test number
    732566170771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,818 miles (+9,983)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,818 miles
    Test number
    791919133225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,835 miles (+20,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,835 miles
    Test number
    919737675011
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass62,148 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,148 miles
    Test number
    609419974038
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped

Questions about Y18 MPD

Does Y18 MPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 MPD is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 MPD?
The MOT on Y18 MPD is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 MPD done?
Y18 MPD was recorded at 214,701 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 12,827 miles a year.
Has Y18 MPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 MPD has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y18 MPD 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 MPD find?
Y18 MPD passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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