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BMW 3 Series

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y242 HEOMOT history

Y242 HEO is a gold petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2022.

Y242 HEO gold 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 16 May 2023
Mileage
89,992 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 HEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2023
Latest MOT test
17 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 HEO was last recorded at 89,992 miles on 17 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2022: 89,992 miles, lower than 97,539 miles on 15 Sept 2020.

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
97,539 miles · 15 Sept 2020
Average per year
2,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,992 miles
  • 2020 – 97,539 miles
  • 2019 – 97,452 miles
  • 2018 – 94,214 miles
  • 2017 – 89,332 miles
  • 2016 – 84,719 miles
  • 2014 – 79,947 miles
  • 2013 – 76,292 miles
  • 2012 – 74,802 miles
  • 2010 – 72,882 miles
  • 2009 – 70,025 miles
  • 2008 – 66,105 miles
  • 2007 – 62,237 miles
  • 2006 – 57,555 miles
  • 2005 – 50,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,992 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All of (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edges

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,992 miles (-7,547)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    89,992 miles
    Test number
    498183016754
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All of (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edges

  2. Pass97,539 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,539 miles
    Test number
    333169788536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,452 miles
    Test number
    260087873492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail97,452 miles (+3,238)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,452 miles
    Test number
    249017993701
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass94,214 miles (+4,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,214 miles
    Test number
    927248822972
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass89,332 miles (+4,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,332 miles
    Test number
    406936535160
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass84,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    662947423694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,719 miles (+4,772)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    100250554415
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass79,947 miles (+3,655)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    79,947 miles
    Test number
    887992854334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,292 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,292 miles
    Test number
    427510243422
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass76,292 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,292 miles
    Test number
    639400143343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,802 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,802 miles
    Test number
    259735652369
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass74,802 miles (+1,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    74,802 miles
    Test number
    406595452352
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass73,419 miles (+537)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    73,419 miles
    Test number
    175159702089
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking on outer sidewall

  15. Pass72,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    72,882 miles
    Test number
    893307240385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,882 miles (+2,857)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,882 miles
    Test number
    903477640310
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass70,025 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    70,025 miles
    Test number
    453016259472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail70,025 miles (+3,920)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,025 miles
    Test number
    440243459399
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail66,105 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,105 miles
    Test number
    413040958303
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteExhaust mounting gearbox corroded.

  20. Pass66,105 miles (+3,868)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    66,105 miles
    Test number
    604850358331
    • NoteExhaust mounting gearbox corroded.

  21. Fail62,237 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,237 miles
    Test number
    290975847364
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass62,237 miles (+4,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    62,237 miles
    Test number
    464665347432
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass57,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    57,555 miles
    Test number
    763742756320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail57,555 miles (+7,061)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,555 miles
    Test number
    424122056428
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  25. Pass50,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    50,494 miles
    Test number
    800757845385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,494 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,494 miles
    Test number
    712147045379
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y242 HEO

Does Y242 HEO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 HEO expired on 16 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 HEO?
The MOT on Y242 HEO expired on 16 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 HEO done?
Y242 HEO was recorded at 89,992 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2022, an average of 2,405 miles a year.
Has Y242 HEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 HEO has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on Y242 HEO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y242 HEO find?
Y242 HEO passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all of, and 1 more.

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