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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y203 EBAMOT history

Y203 EBA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 190,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

Y203 EBA blue 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 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
190,759 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y203 EBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y203 EBA was last recorded at 190,759 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,704 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
6,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,759 miles
  • 2025 – 184,290 miles
  • 2024 – 177,038 miles
  • 2023 – 169,581 miles
  • 2022 – 164,098 miles
  • 2021 – 159,913 miles
  • 2019 – 147,698 miles
  • 2018 – 136,299 miles
  • 2017 – 125,533 miles
  • 2016 – 122,929 miles
  • 2015 – 120,819 miles
  • 2014 – 117,213 miles
  • 2013 – 114,445 miles
  • 2012 – 111,340 miles
  • 2011 – 103,094 miles
  • 2010 – 96,165 miles
  • 2009 – 91,504 miles
  • 2008 – 84,802 miles
  • 2007 – 78,048 miles
  • 2006 – 70,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,759 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,759 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    190,759 miles
    Test number
    692189669606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail190,704 miles (+6,414)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,704 miles
    Test number
    247893314085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass184,290 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    184,290 miles
    Test number
    455336948399
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail184,284 miles (+7,246)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,284 miles
    Test number
    986254237275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass177,038 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    177,038 miles
    Test number
    153471246205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail177,029 miles (+7,448)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,029 miles
    Test number
    832178293140
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass169,581 miles (+5,483)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    169,581 miles
    Test number
    574750831525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Pass164,098 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    164,098 miles
    Test number
    112058383243
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray(s) fitted

  9. Fail164,098 miles (+4,185)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,098 miles
    Test number
    342518283750
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray(s) fitted

  10. Pass159,913 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    159,913 miles
    Test number
    394417180843
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail159,913 miles (+12,215)2 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,913 miles
    Test number
    357776694556
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass147,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,698 miles
    Test number
    950814057793
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s hand brake eff

  13. Fail147,698 miles (+11,399)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,698 miles
    Test number
    359570877096
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s hand brake eff

  14. Pass136,299 miles (+10,766)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    136,299 miles
    Test number
    882386116294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass125,533 miles (+2,604)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    125,533 miles
    Test number
    860119026135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Differential
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine/Gearbox

  16. Pass122,929 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    122,929 miles
    Test number
    425178068322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass120,819 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    120,819 miles
    Test number
    257588035447
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail120,819 miles (+3,606)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,819 miles
    Test number
    445818635121
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass117,213 miles (+2,768)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    117,213 miles
    Test number
    767893754105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/s/r wheel has slight noise when rotated (not from wheel bearing).

  20. Pass114,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,445 miles
    Test number
    498390053180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail114,445 miles (+3,105)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,445 miles
    Test number
    526500053107
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass111,340 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,340 miles
    Test number
    458754142194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Fail111,340 miles (+8,246)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,340 miles
    Test number
    586678132130
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass103,094 miles (+6,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    103,094 miles
    Test number
    985397151165
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass96,165 miles (+114)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    96,165 miles
    Test number
    822298460164
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak from gear box

  26. Fail96,051 miles (+4,547)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,051 miles
    Test number
    180807230175
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering shaft/u.j corroded

  27. Pass91,504 miles (+6,702)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    91,504 miles
    Test number
    424937129177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low
    • NoteSteering shaft/u.j corroded slighly

  28. Pass84,802 miles (+6,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    84,802 miles
    Test number
    884922048199
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass78,048 miles (+7,467)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    78,048 miles
    Test number
    930471347183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSteering shaft corroded slightly

  30. Pass70,581 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    70,581 miles
    Test number
    622171456189
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront pads have worn to approximatly 1mm from pad sensor.

Questions about Y203 EBA

Does Y203 EBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y203 EBA is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y203 EBA?
The MOT on Y203 EBA is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y203 EBA done?
Y203 EBA was recorded at 190,759 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 6,068 miles a year.
Has Y203 EBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y203 EBA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y203 EBA 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 Y203 EBA find?
Y203 EBA passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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