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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,500 cc

Y21 MDEMOT history

Y21 MDE is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 191,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

Y21 MDE silver 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 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
191,181 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 MDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 MDE was last recorded at 191,181 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Oct 2012: 72,059 miles, lower than 73,365 miles on 15 Oct 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
189,417 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,764 miles
Average per year
7,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,181 miles
  • 2025 – 189,417 miles
  • 2023 – 188,465 miles
  • 2022 – 187,059 miles
  • 2021 – 185,399 miles
  • 2020 – 182,492 miles
  • 2019 – 172,476 miles
  • 2018 – 159,987 miles
  • 2017 – 145,849 miles
  • 2016 – 128,705 miles
  • 2015 – 113,988 miles
  • 2014 – 95,708 miles
  • 2013 – 78,618 miles
  • 2012 – 72,059 miles
  • 2011 – 73,365 miles
  • 2010 – 68,719 miles
  • 2009 – 59,746 miles
  • 2008 – 57,837 miles
  • 2007 – 42,201 miles
  • 2006 – 34,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,181 miles
  • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ALL OVER (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Coil spring corroded all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,181 miles (+1,764)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    191,181 miles
    Test number
    179825811176
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ALL OVER (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass189,417 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    189,417 miles
    Test number
    835903513292
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured on both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside/ suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch trim loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls cracked/perished worn on edges 2245/45/r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive center (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring underside components

  3. Fail189,417 miles (+952)6 major1 repaired1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,417 miles
    Test number
    904330363867
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated on both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour on both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer fluid leak (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured on both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside/ suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch trim loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls cracked/perished worn on edges 2245/45/r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive center (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring underside components

  4. Pass188,465 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    188,465 miles
    Test number
    690399712318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail188,465 miles (+1,406)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,465 miles
    Test number
    669008862984
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass187,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    187,059 miles
    Test number
    715732720514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail187,059 miles (+1,660)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,059 miles
    Test number
    799174079661
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated not working (3.1 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass185,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    185,399 miles
    Test number
    437358528098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail185,399 miles (+2,907)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,399 miles
    Test number
    374319382466
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass182,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    182,492 miles
    Test number
    121782897922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail182,492 miles (+10,016)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,492 miles
    Test number
    230304971706
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass172,476 miles (+12,489)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    172,476 miles
    Test number
    520776213700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass159,987 miles (+458)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    159,987 miles
    Test number
    859759026672
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs short of the saddle stop on lower saddle
    • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear jacking pads missing

  14. Fail159,529 miles (+13,680)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,529 miles
    Test number
    278081629180
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective very slow to recoil (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam bulb holder insecure (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH in very poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass145,849 miles (+93)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    145,849 miles
    Test number
    213982647871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre below the legal limit on edge

  16. Fail145,756 miles (+17,051)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,756 miles
    Test number
    257688664341
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect BOTH (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear above tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency passed ON limit at 16%

  17. Pass128,705 miles (+202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    128,705 miles
    Test number
    716111515161
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail128,503 miles (+14,515)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,503 miles
    Test number
    489905899869
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass113,988 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,988 miles
    Test number
    879451905299
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre badly worn on inside edge

  20. Fail113,988 miles (+18,280)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,988 miles
    Test number
    336061405422
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre badly worn on inside edge

  21. Pass95,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    95,708 miles
    Test number
    907975174137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,708 miles (+17,090)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,708 miles
    Test number
    468805874174
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass78,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    817176173166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail78,618 miles (+6,559)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    788320773153
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass72,059 miles (-1,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    72,059 miles
    Test number
    127637482235
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass73,365 miles (+4,646)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    73,365 miles
    Test number
    518918781253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteExhaust bracket cracked
    • NoteFront brake disc wear

  27. Pass68,719 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,719 miles
    Test number
    730500850237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail68,708 miles (+8,962)2 failures2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,708 miles
    Test number
    901333640263
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass59,746 miles (+1,909)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,746 miles
    Test number
    543623589119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass57,837 miles (+15,636)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,837 miles
    Test number
    904733988197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass42,201 miles (+7,745)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,201 miles
    Test number
    182330897456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass34,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,456 miles
    Test number
    381743666006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y21 MDE

Does Y21 MDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 MDE is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 MDE?
The MOT on Y21 MDE is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 MDE done?
Y21 MDE was recorded at 191,181 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 7,753 miles a year.
Has Y21 MDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 MDE has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y21 MDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y21 MDE find?
Y21 MDE passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 5 advisories: cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all over; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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