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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

Y20 RMFMOT history

Y20 RMF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 159,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

Y20 RMF grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
159,810 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 RMF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 RMF was last recorded at 159,810 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,808 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,810 miles
  • 2025 – 153,351 miles
  • 2024 – 146,664 miles
  • 2023 – 139,965 miles
  • 2022 – 122,775 miles
  • 2021 – 105,950 miles
  • 2020 – 94,721 miles
  • 2019 – 90,843 miles
  • 2018 – 85,729 miles
  • 2017 – 82,357 miles
  • 2016 – 78,160 miles
  • 2015 – 73,954 miles
  • 2014 – 66,833 miles
  • 2013 – 59,063 miles
  • 2012 – 44,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,810 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

  • Low emissions

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,810 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    159,810 miles
    Test number
    926438052881
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail159,808 miles (+6,457)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,808 miles
    Test number
    785875902326
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass153,351 miles (+6,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    153,351 miles
    Test number
    524074686297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass146,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    146,664 miles
    Test number
    222186001499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail146,664 miles (+6,699)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,664 miles
    Test number
    930281587975
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass139,965 miles (+17,190)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    139,965 miles
    Test number
    805233553884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass122,775 miles (+16,825)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,775 miles
    Test number
    552645001365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,950 miles (+11,229)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,950 miles
    Test number
    320395610106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,721 miles (+3,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,721 miles
    Test number
    446194653011
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryLow emissions
  10. Pass90,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    90,843 miles
    Test number
    827085121938
    • AdvisoryLow emissions
  11. Fail90,843 miles (+5,114)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,843 miles
    Test number
    591500161244
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLow emissions
  12. Pass85,729 miles (+3,372)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,729 miles
    Test number
    390693618104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,357 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,357 miles
    Test number
    101624332433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Fail82,357 miles (+4,197)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,357 miles
    Test number
    669107127298
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass78,160 miles (+4,206)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,160 miles
    Test number
    500485608954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,954 miles (+7,121)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,954 miles
    Test number
    448187425160
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on dash
  17. Pass66,833 miles (+7,770)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,833 miles
    Test number
    506362304272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,063 miles (+14,308)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    59,063 miles
    Test number
    819275043294
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass44,755 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,755 miles
    Test number
    435250872220
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about Y20 RMF

Does Y20 RMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y20 RMF is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y20 RMF?
The MOT on Y20 RMF is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y20 RMF done?
Y20 RMF was recorded at 159,810 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 8,500 miles a year.
Has Y20 RMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 RMF has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y20 RMF 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 RMF find?
Y20 RMF passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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