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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y233 VVPMOT history

Y233 VVP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

Y233 VVP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
94,458 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y233 VVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y233 VVP was last recorded at 94,458 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 2,914 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Apr 2014: 75,712 miles, lower than 75,807 miles on 11 Apr 2014.

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
91,544 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,914 miles
Average per year
1,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,458 miles
  • 2025 – 91,544 miles
  • 2024 – 88,655 miles
  • 2023 – 85,668 miles
  • 2022 – 82,051 miles
  • 2021 – 78,932 miles
  • 2019 – 78,367 miles
  • 2018 – 77,607 miles
  • 2017 – 77,036 miles
  • 2016 – 76,573 miles
  • 2015 – 76,182 miles
  • 2014 – 75,712 miles
  • 2013 – 75,261 miles
  • 2012 – 74,993 miles
  • 2011 – 74,338 miles
  • 2010 – 72,878 miles
  • 2009 – 71,860 miles
  • 2008 – 70,346 miles
  • 2007 – 66,846 miles
  • 2006 – 61,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,458 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,458 miles (+2,914)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    94,458 miles
    Test number
    746156311868
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,544 miles (+2,889)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,544 miles
    Test number
    926159503118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass88,655 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    226795299412
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail88,655 miles (+2,987)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    639713790733
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,668 miles (+3,617)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,668 miles
    Test number
    329605896828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,051 miles (+194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,051 miles
    Test number
    441054840206
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail81,857 miles (+2,925)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,857 miles
    Test number
    654132307962
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass78,932 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    78,932 miles
    Test number
    233639823474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,367 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,367 miles
    Test number
    829239925302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail78,367 miles (+760)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,367 miles
    Test number
    425579609601
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass77,607 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,607 miles
    Test number
    764723038217
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail77,576 miles (+540)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,576 miles
    Test number
    981961677583
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass77,036 miles (+463)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,036 miles
    Test number
    667191372783
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

  14. Pass76,573 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,573 miles
    Test number
    655331101173
    • AdvisoryEngine managment light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn and perished

  15. Fail76,568 miles (+386)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,568 miles
    Test number
    942278608389
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine managment light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn and perished

  16. Pass76,182 miles (+470)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,182 miles
    Test number
    867401675079
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEngine manegment light on

  17. Pass75,712 miles (-95)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    75,712 miles
    Test number
    655892804146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Fail75,807 miles (+546)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,807 miles
    Test number
    489921504152
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine manegment light on

  19. Pass75,261 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,261 miles
    Test number
    785939883044
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Fail75,252 miles (+259)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,252 miles
    Test number
    849568083047
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass74,993 miles (+655)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    148833882434
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine manegment light on

  22. Pass74,338 miles (+1,460)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    74,338 miles
    Test number
    609010171074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass72,878 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    72,878 miles
    Test number
    391287970024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail72,827 miles (+967)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,827 miles
    Test number
    411120170003
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass71,860 miles (+1,514)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,860 miles
    Test number
    580952599097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass70,346 miles (+3,500)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    70,346 miles
    Test number
    221997578002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass66,846 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    66,846 miles
    Test number
    322933287041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,366 miles
    Test number
    482193876004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y233 VVP

Does Y233 VVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y233 VVP is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y233 VVP?
The MOT on Y233 VVP is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y233 VVP done?
Y233 VVP was recorded at 94,458 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 1,652 miles a year.
Has Y233 VVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y233 VVP has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y233 VVP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y233 VVP find?
Y233 VVP passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at rear; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 8 more.

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