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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,000 cc

Y226 NWPMOT history

Y226 NWP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 108,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

Y226 NWP 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 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,493 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 NWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 NWP was last recorded at 108,493 miles on 1 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,492 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,493 miles
  • 2025 – 105,824 miles
  • 2024 – 98,057 miles
  • 2023 – 94,816 miles
  • 2022 – 89,118 miles
  • 2021 – 81,765 miles
  • 2020 – 79,483 miles
  • 2019 – 75,929 miles
  • 2018 – 71,380 miles
  • 2017 – 67,546 miles
  • 2016 – 64,086 miles
  • 2015 – 61,113 miles
  • 2014 – 58,747 miles
  • 2013 – 55,858 miles
  • 2012 – 53,482 miles
  • 2011 – 50,900 miles
  • 2010 – 49,377 miles
  • 2009 – 46,495 miles
  • 2008 – 44,016 miles
  • 2007 – 42,077 miles
  • 2006 – 38,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,493 miles
  • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/jack point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,493 miles (+1)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,493 miles
    Test number
    690366836504
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/jack point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail108,492 miles (+2,668)1 dangerous3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,492 miles
    Test number
    219311096037
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill/jack point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/jack point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,824 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,824 miles
    Test number
    301515786859
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail105,819 miles (+7,762)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,819 miles
    Test number
    964544586416
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass98,057 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,057 miles
    Test number
    438153416182
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail98,055 miles (+3,239)2 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,055 miles
    Test number
    786117088316
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousDash lights not working
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate dash (1.6 (a))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryDash fog light

  7. Pass94,816 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,816 miles
    Test number
    433527462835
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail94,816 miles (+5,698)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,816 miles
    Test number
    415888135591
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt missing catch (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass89,118 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,118 miles
    Test number
    451017370903
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail89,116 miles (+7,351)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    471592516853
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass81,765 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,765 miles
    Test number
    829176382860
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Fail81,765 miles (+2,282)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,765 miles
    Test number
    540309301566
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass79,483 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    79,483 miles
    Test number
    407238613781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail79,481 miles (+3,552)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,481 miles
    Test number
    495910919063
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding

  15. Pass75,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,929 miles
    Test number
    455447050127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,929 miles (+4,549)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,929 miles
    Test number
    985997295928
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  17. Pass71,380 miles (+3,834)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,380 miles
    Test number
    440378356462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,546 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,546 miles
    Test number
    209680110579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,086 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,086 miles
    Test number
    746223174718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,113 miles (+2,366)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,113 miles
    Test number
    969405535138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,747 miles (+2,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,747 miles
    Test number
    476247324119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass55,858 miles (+2,376)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,858 miles
    Test number
    839618923119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,482 miles (+2,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    338000232113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass50,900 miles (+1,523)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,900 miles
    Test number
    429199821135
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight noise from rear brakes

  25. Pass49,377 miles (+2,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,377 miles
    Test number
    683527520176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass46,495 miles (+2,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,495 miles
    Test number
    143916129174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass44,016 miles (+1,939)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    410813638125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,077 miles (+3,079)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,077 miles
    Test number
    954682827135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,998 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,998 miles
    Test number
    730792736181
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y226 NWP

Does Y226 NWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y226 NWP is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y226 NWP?
The MOT on Y226 NWP is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y226 NWP done?
Y226 NWP was recorded at 108,493 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,480 miles a year.
Has Y226 NWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 NWP has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y226 NWP 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 Y226 NWP find?
Y226 NWP passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: central upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 3 more.

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