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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y233 NVVMOT history

Y233 NVV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2024.

Y233 NVV silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2025
Mileage
92,769 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y233 NVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y233 NVV was last recorded at 92,769 miles on 11 Jul 2024, 180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,589 miles · 26 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
180 miles
Average per year
2,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,769 miles
  • 2019 – 92,589 miles
  • 2018 – 89,900 miles
  • 2017 – 87,494 miles
  • 2016 – 86,189 miles
  • 2015 – 84,481 miles
  • 2014 – 82,172 miles
  • 2013 – 80,578 miles
  • 2012 – 77,673 miles
  • 2011 – 73,751 miles
  • 2010 – 69,096 miles
  • 2009 – 62,515 miles
  • 2008 – 55,577 miles
  • 2007 – 48,058 miles
  • 2006 – 39,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,769 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,769 miles (+180)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    92,769 miles
    Test number
    915079811283
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Pass92,589 miles (+2,689)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,589 miles
    Test number
    627690120030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened from standing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,900 miles (+2,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,900 miles
    Test number
    670123198665
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

  4. Pass87,494 miles (+1,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,494 miles
    Test number
    245324786908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

  5. Pass86,189 miles (+1,708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,189 miles
    Test number
    896726872472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear bumper reflector is missing, but reflector is integral to rear light lens
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower body side skirt is missing

  6. Pass84,481 miles (+2,309)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,481 miles
    Test number
    269873715477
    • NoteOffside lower sill trim missing (no sharp edges)

  7. Pass82,172 miles (+1,594)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,172 miles
    Test number
    158074994423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear lower reflector missing.
    • NoteNearside rear shocker dust cover adrift.
    • NoteOffside rear shocker dust cover adrift.

  8. Pass80,578 miles (+99)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,578 miles
    Test number
    138181123170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail80,479 miles (+2,806)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,479 miles
    Test number
    889244613117
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass77,673 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,673 miles
    Test number
    639008832102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,371 miles (+3,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,371 miles
    Test number
    585563552086
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass73,751 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,751 miles
    Test number
    199482651490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail73,751 miles (+4,655)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,751 miles
    Test number
    625022051010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass69,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    69,096 miles
    Test number
    303565450034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,096 miles (+6,581)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,096 miles
    Test number
    513645050092
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass62,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    62,515 miles
    Test number
    343600059031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail62,515 miles (+6,938)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,515 miles
    Test number
    431570859033
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass55,577 miles (+7,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,577 miles
    Test number
    184301858433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass48,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,058 miles
    Test number
    483902957092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,058 miles (+8,603)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,058 miles
    Test number
    543791657030
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass39,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,455 miles
    Test number
    172942356410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y233 NVV

Does Y233 NVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y233 NVV expired on 10 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y233 NVV?
The MOT on Y233 NVV expired on 10 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y233 NVV done?
Y233 NVV was recorded at 92,769 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2024, an average of 2,900 miles a year.
Has Y233 NVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y233 NVV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2013.
Has the mileage on Y233 NVV 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 Y233 NVV find?
Y233 NVV passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; coil spring corroded all; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both, and 2 more.

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