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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 2,000 cc

Y23 JCNMOT history

Y23 JCN is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 128,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

Y23 JCN grey 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 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
128,304 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 JCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 JCN was last recorded at 128,304 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 10,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,183 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,121 miles
Average per year
7,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,304 miles
  • 2025 – 118,183 miles
  • 2024 – 112,990 miles
  • 2023 – 110,123 miles
  • 2022 – 106,141 miles
  • 2021 – 102,909 miles
  • 2020 – 100,745 miles
  • 2019 – 93,083 miles
  • 2018 – 86,308 miles
  • 2017 – 80,118 miles
  • 2016 – 68,602 miles
  • 2015 – 57,355 miles
  • 2014 – 45,546 miles
  • 2013 – 32,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,304 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    128,304 miles
    Test number
    458926934815
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail128,304 miles (+10,121)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,304 miles
    Test number
    489278754705
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Position lamp not working connector. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass118,183 miles (+5,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    118,183 miles
    Test number
    634619103854
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass112,990 miles (+2,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,990 miles
    Test number
    998572247427
    • AdvisoryBreather pipe broken causing fumes
    • AdvisoryOil leaking on to exhaust
  5. Pass110,123 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    110,123 miles
    Test number
    449654035613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail110,123 miles (+3,982)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,123 miles
    Test number
    337850835390
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured cracked on inner bead (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measurable tread on limit - tyre smooth on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass106,141 miles (+3,232)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,141 miles
    Test number
    632157639145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,909 miles (+2,164)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    102,909 miles
    Test number
    446718713092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,745 miles
    Test number
    895684987462
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective downpipe exhaust clamp cracking. advise replacing asap. flexi joint on downpipe worn/ loose. (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Fail100,745 miles (+7,662)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,745 miles
    Test number
    669681906847
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective downpipe exhaust clamp cracking. advise replacing asap. flexi joint on downpipe worn/ loose. (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass93,083 miles (+6,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,083 miles
    Test number
    753030583691
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass86,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,308 miles
    Test number
    346982612669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,308 miles (+6,190)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,308 miles
    Test number
    203335812049
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass80,118 miles (+11,516)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,118 miles
    Test number
    742212578398
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass68,602 miles (+11,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,602 miles
    Test number
    837336473677
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDamage to lower front bumper and undertray
  16. Pass57,355 miles (+11,809)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,355 miles
    Test number
    328109285130
    • NoteEdge wear on both front tyres
    • NoteEngine undertrays damaged
  17. Pass45,546 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,546 miles
    Test number
    426055694126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,535 miles (+12,547)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,535 miles
    Test number
    128598074190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,988 miles
    Test number
    168309303162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y23 JCN

Does Y23 JCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 JCN is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y23 JCN?
The MOT on Y23 JCN is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 JCN done?
Y23 JCN was recorded at 128,304 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 7,057 miles a year.
Has Y23 JCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 JCN has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y23 JCN 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 Y23 JCN find?
Y23 JCN passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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