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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

Y20 RETMOT history

Y20 RET is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 169,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

Y20 RET green 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 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
169,182 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 RET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 RET was last recorded at 169,182 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 13,921 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,261 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13,921 miles
Average per year
8,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,182 miles
  • 2025 – 155,261 miles
  • 2024 – 148,174 miles
  • 2023 – 142,272 miles
  • 2022 – 138,733 miles
  • 2021 – 133,206 miles
  • 2020 – 126,273 miles
  • 2019 – 106,299 miles
  • 2018 – 80,542 miles
  • 2017 – 62,031 miles
  • 2016 – 48,778 miles
  • 2015 – 36,136 miles
  • 2014 – 21,771 miles
  • 2013 – 6,998 miles
  • 2012 – 6,833 miles
  • 2011 – 6,543 miles
  • 2010 – 6,038 miles
  • 2009 – 5,472 miles
  • 2008 – 4,849 miles
  • 2007 – 4,098 miles
  • 2006 – 3,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,182 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,182 miles (+13,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    169,182 miles
    Test number
    758693155173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass155,261 miles (+7,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    155,261 miles
    Test number
    730951668038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass148,174 miles (+5,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    148,174 miles
    Test number
    483560416986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass142,272 miles (+3,539)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    142,272 miles
    Test number
    274874635851
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass138,733 miles (+5,527)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    138,733 miles
    Test number
    347515589937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,206 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    133,206 miles
    Test number
    557636381376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Fail133,200 miles (+6,927)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,200 miles
    Test number
    980251769971
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Above fuel tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded From Flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise different size tyres front and rear
    • AdvisoryBrake lining wear sensor warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm. 225/55R16. 95Y. Uniroyal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass126,273 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,273 miles
    Test number
    630316831823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge. 225/50R16,92W Landsail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From Flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail126,250 miles (+19,951)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,250 miles
    Test number
    444213351089
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass106,299 miles (+25,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,299 miles
    Test number
    591145943261
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass80,542 miles (+18,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,542 miles
    Test number
    117204515552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass62,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    62,031 miles
    Test number
    423501734258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,031 miles (+13,253)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,031 miles
    Test number
    499554689735
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass48,778 miles (+12,642)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,778 miles
    Test number
    325036610051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass36,136 miles (+14,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,136 miles
    Test number
    249311015257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass21,771 miles (+14,773)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    21,771 miles
    Test number
    747209614291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass6,998 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    6,998 miles
    Test number
    485962513292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass6,833 miles (+290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    6,833 miles
    Test number
    975380672151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass6,543 miles (+505)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    6,543 miles
    Test number
    197571771119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass6,038 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    6,038 miles
    Test number
    734362070143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,472 miles (+623)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    5,472 miles
    Test number
    173866269170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,849 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    4,849 miles
    Test number
    151855968176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,098 miles (+778)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    4,098 miles
    Test number
    314293077136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    3,320 miles
    Test number
    501514876179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y20 RET

Does Y20 RET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y20 RET is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y20 RET?
The MOT on Y20 RET is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y20 RET done?
Y20 RET was recorded at 169,182 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 8,214 miles a year.
Has Y20 RET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 RET has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on Y20 RET 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 Y20 RET find?
Y20 RET passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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