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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

Y19 BJCMOT history

Y19 BJC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 180,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

Y19 BJC 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 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
180,905 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y19 BJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y19 BJC was last recorded at 180,905 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 3,643 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,262 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,643 miles
Average per year
8,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,905 miles
  • 2025 – 177,262 miles
  • 2024 – 174,104 miles
  • 2023 – 166,656 miles
  • 2022 – 155,950 miles
  • 2021 – 149,113 miles
  • 2020 – 143,315 miles
  • 2019 – 137,700 miles
  • 2018 – 132,593 miles
  • 2017 – 127,913 miles
  • 2016 – 125,834 miles
  • 2015 – 120,080 miles
  • 2014 – 91,566 miles
  • 2013 – 70,002 miles
  • 2012 – 47,104 miles
  • 2011 – 44,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,905 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOIL LEAK FROM ENGINE
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,905 miles (+3,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    180,905 miles
    Test number
    398226990530
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK FROM ENGINE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass177,262 miles (+47)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    177,262 miles
    Test number
    152627880867
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail177,215 miles (+3,111)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,215 miles
    Test number
    868517313516
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass174,104 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    174,104 miles
    Test number
    148646332838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail174,081 miles (+7,425)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,081 miles
    Test number
    704867045102
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/arch/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi worn

  6. Pass166,656 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    166,656 miles
    Test number
    111764112901
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail166,656 miles (+10,706)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,656 miles
    Test number
    498129798058
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass155,950 miles (+6,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    155,950 miles
    Test number
    415959397578
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion rear subframe and mountings

  9. Pass149,113 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,113 miles
    Test number
    455763061739
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail149,113 miles (+5,798)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,113 miles
    Test number
    632652320087
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass143,315 miles (+5,615)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    143,315 miles
    Test number
    145003773787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass137,700 miles (+5,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    137,700 miles
    Test number
    290779745576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass132,593 miles (+4,680)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    132,593 miles
    Test number
    310991329720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,913 miles (+2,079)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    127,913 miles
    Test number
    459003623518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    125,834 miles
    Test number
    280448967723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail125,834 miles (+5,754)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,834 miles
    Test number
    325220722760
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass120,080 miles (+6,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    120,080 miles
    Test number
    297421581418
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rose joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass113,522 miles (+21,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    113,522 miles
    Test number
    795784015077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass91,566 miles (+21,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    91,566 miles
    Test number
    897917034022
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass70,002 miles (+22,898)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,002 miles
    Test number
    739529233090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,104 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,104 miles
    Test number
    986470142074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,181 miles (+826)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,181 miles
    Test number
    458192661228
    • NoteDIESEL SMOKE EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN TO REGISTER ON TEST EQUIPMENT.

  23. Pass43,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,355 miles
    Test number
    219634401152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y19 BJC

Does Y19 BJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y19 BJC is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y19 BJC?
The MOT on Y19 BJC is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y19 BJC done?
Y19 BJC was recorded at 180,905 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 8,872 miles a year.
Has Y19 BJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y19 BJC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y19 BJC 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 Y19 BJC find?
Y19 BJC passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak from engine; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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