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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

Y20 SDLMOT history

Y20 SDL is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 84,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

Y20 SDL grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
84,768 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 SDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 SDL was last recorded at 84,768 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,151 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
617 miles
Average per year
4,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,768 miles
  • 2025 – 84,151 miles
  • 2024 – 84,137 miles
  • 2023 – 78,843 miles
  • 2022 – 69,710 miles
  • 2021 – 63,214 miles
  • 2019 – 54,010 miles
  • 2018 – 48,182 miles
  • 2017 – 45,612 miles
  • 2016 – 40,745 miles
  • 2015 – 38,047 miles
  • 2014 – 35,545 miles
  • 2013 – 33,147 miles
  • 2012 – 27,978 miles
  • 2011 – 18,601 miles
  • 2010 – 13,353 miles
  • 2009 – 10,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,768 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Battery warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,768 miles (+617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    84,768 miles
    Test number
    899994698450
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass84,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    84,151 miles
    Test number
    593754444975
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail84,151 miles (+14)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,151 miles
    Test number
    298702120052
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail84,137 miles (+5,294)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,137 miles
    Test number
    510665102271
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass78,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,843 miles
    Test number
    272200823848
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail78,843 miles (+9,133)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,843 miles
    Test number
    674729191275
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass69,710 miles (+6,496)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    685925908165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,214 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    63,214 miles
    Test number
    326814165563
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryHazard lights flashing erratic
  9. Fail63,200 miles (+9,190)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,200 miles
    Test number
    405038179467
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryHazard lights flashing erratic
  10. Pass54,010 miles (+5,828)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,010 miles
    Test number
    393802650068
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass48,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,182 miles
    Test number
    930583668433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,181 miles (+2,569)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,181 miles
    Test number
    754179665839
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  13. Pass45,612 miles (+4,867)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,612 miles
    Test number
    416628586510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,745 miles (+2,698)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,745 miles
    Test number
    787525405032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,047 miles (+2,502)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,047 miles
    Test number
    732469233270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,545 miles (+2,398)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,545 miles
    Test number
    517561054244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass33,147 miles (+5,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,147 miles
    Test number
    459152643236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass27,978 miles (+9,377)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    27,978 miles
    Test number
    358460052476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,601 miles (+5,248)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    18,601 miles
    Test number
    355880161298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,353 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    13,353 miles
    Test number
    540853190157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    10,911 miles
    Test number
    371048799134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y20 SDL

Does Y20 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y20 SDL is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y20 SDL?
The MOT on Y20 SDL is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y20 SDL done?
Y20 SDL was recorded at 84,768 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 4,340 miles a year.
Has Y20 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 SDL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y20 SDL 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 SDL find?
Y20 SDL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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