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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y202 BPLMOT history

Y202 BPL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,871 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

Y202 BPL silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
68,871 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y202 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y202 BPL was last recorded at 68,871 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 1,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,326 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,545 miles
Average per year
2,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,871 miles
  • 2025 – 67,326 miles
  • 2024 – 65,232 miles
  • 2023 – 63,066 miles
  • 2022 – 61,069 miles
  • 2021 – 58,970 miles
  • 2020 – 57,446 miles
  • 2019 – 54,400 miles
  • 2018 – 51,877 miles
  • 2017 – 49,358 miles
  • 2016 – 46,422 miles
  • 2015 – 43,156 miles
  • 2014 – 40,850 miles
  • 2013 – 37,285 miles
  • 2012 – 34,553 miles
  • 2011 – 32,089 miles
  • 2010 – 29,315 miles
  • 2009 – 27,004 miles
  • 2008 – 24,258 miles
  • 2007 – 21,768 miles
  • 2006 – 19,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,871 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamps/light sources may not be compatibleRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,871 miles (+1,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    68,871 miles
    Test number
    700703921801
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps/light sources may not be compatible

  2. Pass67,326 miles (+2,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    67,326 miles
    Test number
    147414575190
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps/light sources may not be compatible

  3. Pass65,232 miles (+2,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    65,232 miles
    Test number
    455059045074
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps/light sources may not be compatible

  4. Pass63,066 miles (+1,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    63,066 miles
    Test number
    488472367852
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps/light sources may not be compatible
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass61,069 miles (+2,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    61,069 miles
    Test number
    654049419446
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp bulbs may be incompatible
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass58,970 miles (+1,524)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    58,970 miles
    Test number
    125151366479
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  7. Pass57,446 miles (+3,046)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,446 miles
    Test number
    363252624766
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass54,400 miles (+2,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    54,400 miles
    Test number
    218814815093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass51,877 miles (+2,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    51,877 miles
    Test number
    331274596620
    • 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)

  10. Pass49,358 miles (+2,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    49,358 miles
    Test number
    939571364911
    • 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)

  11. Pass46,422 miles (+3,266)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,422 miles
    Test number
    604203797424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,156 miles (+2,306)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    43,156 miles
    Test number
    545965255028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,850 miles (+3,565)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    40,850 miles
    Test number
    508565954029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,285 miles
    Test number
    285581153024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,285 miles (+2,732)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,285 miles
    Test number
    659977043099
    • DangerousNearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Fail34,553 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,553 miles
    Test number
    416157232056
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass34,553 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    34,553 miles
    Test number
    935087432065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,089 miles
    Test number
    128188541066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,089 miles (+2,774)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,089 miles
    Test number
    198271541459
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass29,315 miles (+2,311)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    29,315 miles
    Test number
    553143850048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,004 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,004 miles
    Test number
    841540349082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,258 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    24,258 miles
    Test number
    741846758040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,768 miles (+2,647)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,768 miles
    Test number
    912593047031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,121 miles
    Test number
    851188836028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail19,121 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,121 miles
    Test number
    974447636002
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about Y202 BPL

Does Y202 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y202 BPL is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y202 BPL?
The MOT on Y202 BPL is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y202 BPL done?
Y202 BPL was recorded at 68,871 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 2,483 miles a year.
Has Y202 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y202 BPL has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2013.
Has the mileage on Y202 BPL 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 Y202 BPL find?
Y202 BPL passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: headlamps/light sources may not be compatible.

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