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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y243 BPLMOT history

Y243 BPL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 134,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2024.

Y243 BPL blue 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 24 Sept 2024
Mileage
134,623 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2024
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y243 BPL was last recorded at 134,623 miles on 24 Sept 2024, 7,429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,194 miles · 25 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7,429 miles
Average per year
3,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 134,623 miles
  • 2023 – 127,194 miles
  • 2022 – 112,949 miles
  • 2021 – 109,021 miles
  • 2020 – 107,238 miles
  • 2019 – 105,543 miles
  • 2018 – 103,317 miles
  • 2017 – 101,691 miles
  • 2016 – 98,804 miles
  • 2015 – 96,209 miles
  • 2014 – 94,444 miles
  • 2013 – 90,079 miles
  • 2012 – 88,757 miles
  • 2011 – 84,654 miles
  • 2010 – 82,315 miles
  • 2009 – 77,358 miles
  • 2008 – 73,256 miles
  • 2007 – 65,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,623 miles
  • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil and coolant added before test

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,623 miles (+7,429)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,623 miles
    Test number
    333987089677
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil and coolant added before test

  2. Pass127,194 miles (+382)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    127,194 miles
    Test number
    280218423774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail126,812 miles (+13,863)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,812 miles
    Test number
    439577996698
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,949 miles (+3,928)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,949 miles
    Test number
    886119348592
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass109,021 miles (+1,783)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,021 miles
    Test number
    481303663745
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,238 miles (+1,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    107,238 miles
    Test number
    860383617891
    • AdvisoryChip to screen not( significantly affecting drivers view of the road

  7. Pass105,543 miles (+2,226)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,543 miles
    Test number
    273749625380
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass103,317 miles (+1,626)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    103,317 miles
    Test number
    870792402562
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass101,691 miles (+2,887)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,691 miles
    Test number
    180961995866
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass98,804 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    98,804 miles
    Test number
    687311426484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,209 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    96,209 miles
    Test number
    308777205173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail96,209 miles (+1,765)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,209 miles
    Test number
    525307305107
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass94,444 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    94,444 miles
    Test number
    489208324059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail94,444 miles (+4,365)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,444 miles
    Test number
    826948424054
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass90,079 miles (+1,322)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    90,079 miles
    Test number
    148720633417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,757 miles (+4,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    88,757 miles
    Test number
    117034632456
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass84,654 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    586701521049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,315 miles (+4,957)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    211101710008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass77,358 miles (+4,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    77,358 miles
    Test number
    901197019049
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass73,256 miles (+7,265)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,256 miles
    Test number
    671529038014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,991 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,991 miles
    Test number
    651526407042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust Centre Mount In Poor Condition

Questions about Y243 BPL

Does Y243 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 BPL expired on 24 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 BPL?
The MOT on Y243 BPL expired on 24 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 BPL done?
Y243 BPL was recorded at 134,623 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2024, an average of 3,874 miles a year.
Has Y243 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 BPL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y243 BPL 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 Y243 BPL find?
Y243 BPL failed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2024 with 7 major defects and 5 advisories: brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator; front headlamp aim unable to be tested; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 9 more.

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