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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y195 UCSMOT history

Y195 UCS is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 95,665 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2022.

Y195 UCS green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2023
Mileage
95,665 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y195 UCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y195 UCS was last recorded at 95,665 miles on 17 Sept 2022, 4,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,601 miles · 20 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,064 miles
Average per year
4,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,665 miles
  • 2021 – 91,601 miles
  • 2020 – 88,764 miles
  • 2019 – 86,213 miles
  • 2018 – 83,046 miles
  • 2017 – 79,071 miles
  • 2016 – 75,897 miles
  • 2015 – 67,879 miles
  • 2014 – 57,432 miles
  • 2013 – 47,873 miles
  • 2012 – 43,909 miles
  • 2011 – 40,742 miles
  • 2010 – 37,220 miles
  • 2008 – 30,521 miles
  • 2007 – 26,784 miles
  • 2006 – 23,227 miles
  • 2005 – 18,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,665 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake warning light is on, due to wear indicator wire is worn through on inside of wheel (offside rear).
  • AdvisoryHand brake is high, in need of adjustment or repair.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front tyres void of tread on inner shoulders

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both rear tyres wearing low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,665 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    95,665 miles
    Test number
    539139260826
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is on, due to wear indicator wire is worn through on inside of wheel (offside rear).
    • AdvisoryHand brake is high, in need of adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail95,664 miles (+4,063)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,664 miles
    Test number
    257631855668
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is on, due to wear indicator wire is worn through on inside of wheel (offside rear).
    • AdvisoryHand brake is high, in need of adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass91,601 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,601 miles
    Test number
    505794714479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail91,601 miles (+2,837)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,601 miles
    Test number
    699095159173
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass88,764 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,764 miles
    Test number
    906002308460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,752 miles (+2,539)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,752 miles
    Test number
    728042427950
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass86,213 miles (+3,167)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,213 miles
    Test number
    313464650820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass83,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,046 miles
    Test number
    911103583760
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail83,046 miles (+3,975)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,046 miles
    Test number
    571157560061
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass79,071 miles (+3,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,071 miles
    Test number
    488008459774
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre void of tread on inner shoulders

  11. Pass75,897 miles (+273)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,897 miles
    Test number
    993473372744
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres void of tread on inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail75,624 miles (+7,745)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,624 miles
    Test number
    583316899574
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres void of tread on inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass67,879 miles (+10,447)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,879 miles
    Test number
    742422096349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,432 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,432 miles
    Test number
    945800344252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail57,432 miles (+9,559)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,432 miles
    Test number
    369310544223
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteLow brake pad warning light on dash
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc warped

  16. Pass47,873 miles (+3,964)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,873 miles
    Test number
    269759363226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,909 miles (+3,167)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,909 miles
    Test number
    178128652200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,742 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,742 miles
    Test number
    897939451270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail40,742 miles (+3,522)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,742 miles
    Test number
    678509451290
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass37,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,220 miles
    Test number
    791293770247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,220 miles (+6,699)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,220 miles
    Test number
    184943870259
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass30,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,521 miles
    Test number
    451130588243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. FailMileage not read1 failure3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    964230188298
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass26,784 miles (+3,557)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,784 miles
    Test number
    320132677212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,227 miles (+4,272)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,227 miles
    Test number
    872209946223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    18,955 miles
    Test number
    263122305268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y195 UCS

Does Y195 UCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y195 UCS expired on 21 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y195 UCS?
The MOT on Y195 UCS expired on 21 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y195 UCS done?
Y195 UCS was recorded at 95,665 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2022, an average of 4,471 miles a year.
Has Y195 UCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y195 UCS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y195 UCS 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 Y195 UCS find?
Y195 UCS passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2022 with 5 advisories: brake warning light is on, due to wear indicator wire is worn through on inside of wheel (offside rear).; hand brake is high, in need of adjustment or repair.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and cracking, and 2 more.

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