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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y236 BLBMOT history

Y236 BLB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

Y236 BLB 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 May 2027
Mileage
118,084 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y236 BLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y236 BLB was last recorded at 118,084 miles on 21 May 2026, 2,889 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,195 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,889 miles
Average per year
4,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,084 miles
  • 2025 – 115,195 miles
  • 2024 – 112,396 miles
  • 2023 – 109,116 miles
  • 2022 – 104,035 miles
  • 2021 – 103,568 miles
  • 2020 – 98,627 miles
  • 2018 – 95,061 miles
  • 2017 – 91,624 miles
  • 2016 – 89,985 miles
  • 2015 – 89,951 miles
  • 2014 – 82,046 miles
  • 2013 – 78,449 miles
  • 2011 – 64,010 miles
  • 2010 – 61,635 miles
  • 2009 – 56,728 miles
  • 2008 – 52,749 miles
  • 2007 – 44,075 miles
  • 2006 – 37,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,084 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 door mirror, original mirror missing, small temporary mirror fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine oil level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,084 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    118,084 miles
    Test number
    342147457571
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail118,084 miles (+2,889)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,084 miles
    Test number
    236167025501
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass115,195 miles (+2,799)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    115,195 miles
    Test number
    708338063990
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,396 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,396 miles
    Test number
    138139011777
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear painted (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail112,350 miles (+3,234)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,350 miles
    Test number
    137285705130
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded off side front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted chatter clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass109,116 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,116 miles
    Test number
    391840637452
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail109,116 miles (+5,081)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,116 miles
    Test number
    843388602976
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Flashing white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass104,035 miles (+467)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    104,035 miles
    Test number
    844742014967
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass103,568 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    103,568 miles
    Test number
    711680662678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail103,567 miles (+4,940)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,567 miles
    Test number
    181176345626
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass98,627 miles (+3,566)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,627 miles
    Test number
    183061180749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,061 miles (+3,437)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,061 miles
    Test number
    585132614115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,624 miles
    Test number
    595593064529
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail91,623 miles (+1,638)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,623 miles
    Test number
    722834718453
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak no damping effect (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass89,985 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,985 miles
    Test number
    362742598451
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror, original mirror missing, small temporary mirror fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  16. Fail89,980 miles (+29)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,980 miles
    Test number
    758750785079
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror, original mirror missing, small temporary mirror fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  17. Fail89,951 miles (+7,905)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,951 miles
    Test number
    638428202616
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass82,046 miles (+3,597)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,046 miles
    Test number
    307572024190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,449 miles (+14,439)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,449 miles
    Test number
    547074413142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,010 miles (+2,375)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,010 miles
    Test number
    327498541335
    • NoteSlight bulge on inner wall o/s/r tyre

  21. Pass61,635 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,635 miles
    Test number
    982908940335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,728 miles (+3,979)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,728 miles
    Test number
    484133599226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,749 miles (+8,674)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,749 miles
    Test number
    371328088482
    • NoteN/s rear tyre tread getting low
    • NoteO/s and n/s front lower arms rear mounts have slight movement

  24. Pass44,075 miles (+6,720)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,075 miles
    Test number
    830125187085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,355 miles
    Test number
    712627576069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y236 BLB

Does Y236 BLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y236 BLB is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y236 BLB?
The MOT on Y236 BLB is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y236 BLB done?
Y236 BLB was recorded at 118,084 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,001 miles a year.
Has Y236 BLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y236 BLB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y236 BLB 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 Y236 BLB find?
Y236 BLB passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pad(s) wearing thin; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes, and 4 more.

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