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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y246 MGMMOT history

Y246 MGM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 133,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

Y246 MGM silver 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 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
133,449 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 MGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y246 MGM was last recorded at 133,449 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,448 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,449 miles
  • 2025 – 128,993 miles
  • 2024 – 125,559 miles
  • 2023 – 121,296 miles
  • 2022 – 117,050 miles
  • 2021 – 113,716 miles
  • 2020 – 110,491 miles
  • 2019 – 106,318 miles
  • 2018 – 102,728 miles
  • 2017 – 101,452 miles
  • 2016 – 100,023 miles
  • 2015 – 97,516 miles
  • 2014 – 94,903 miles
  • 2012 – 90,900 miles
  • 2011 – 82,518 miles
  • 2010 – 74,505 miles
  • 2009 – 67,246 miles
  • 2008 – 58,791 miles
  • 2007 – 53,964 miles
  • 2006 – 49,293 miles
  • 2005 – 44,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,449 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens clouding over (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Jacking point missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens clouding over (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Both rear alloy wheels have had welding repairsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryStone chips windscreenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,449 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    133,449 miles
    Test number
    499891148177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens clouding over (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens clouding over (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear alloy wheels have had welding repairs
    • AdvisoryStone chips windscreen
  2. Fail133,448 miles (+4,455)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,448 miles
    Test number
    964014993436
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner tyre wall cut/split in several places and tyre perishing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens clouding over (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer tyre wall perishing/cracking and worn uneven on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens clouding over (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear alloy wheels have had welding repairs
    • AdvisoryStone chips windscreen
  3. Pass128,993 miles (+3,434)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    128,993 miles
    Test number
    201632007834
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between inner and outer treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass125,559 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,559 miles
    Test number
    428688215581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail125,559 miles (+4,263)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,559 miles
    Test number
    959736625338
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass121,296 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    121,296 miles
    Test number
    725657013761
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail121,295 miles (+4,245)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,295 miles
    Test number
    459295844855
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass117,050 miles (+36)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    117,050 miles
    Test number
    148729859173
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail117,014 miles (+3,298)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,014 miles
    Test number
    363492577637
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass113,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,716 miles
    Test number
    213858059751
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs and pads worn
  11. Fail113,716 miles (+3,225)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,716 miles
    Test number
    160795759074
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs and pads worn
  12. Pass110,491 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    110,491 miles
    Test number
    569373216907
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
  13. Fail110,491 miles (+4,173)7 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,491 miles
    Test number
    115360442563
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
  14. Pass106,318 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,318 miles
    Test number
    202281409459
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear rear section into n/s/r flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre heavy wear inner and outer shoulders and tread blocks perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
  15. Fail106,318 miles (+3,590)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,318 miles
    Test number
    275950702100
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear rear section into n/s/r flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre heavy wear inner and outer shoulders and tread blocks perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
  16. Pass102,728 miles (+1,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,728 miles
    Test number
    380857198517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass101,452 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    101,452 miles
    Test number
    781817721602
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail101,451 miles (+1,428)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,451 miles
    Test number
    575462919778
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass100,023 miles (+2,507)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,023 miles
    Test number
    749121456366
    • AdvisoryFront no plate damaged but still readable
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight cracking to side walls
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wishbone has slight play in inner front bush
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass97,516 miles (+2,613)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,516 miles
    Test number
    699237835082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,903 miles (+4,003)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    345691744032
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass90,900 miles (+8,382)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    90,900 miles
    Test number
    688541042394
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Pass82,518 miles (+8,013)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    82,518 miles
    Test number
    356314851316
    • NoteFront disc pads appear low and front discs are worn
  24. Pass74,505 miles (+7,259)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    74,505 miles
    Test number
    192413760382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,246 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    67,246 miles
    Test number
    130834309335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail67,094 miles (+8,303)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,094 miles
    Test number
    141267099212
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
  27. Pass58,791 miles (+4,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,791 miles
    Test number
    360832398484
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  28. Pass53,964 miles (+4,671)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,964 miles
    Test number
    401570417346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly worn on edges
  29. Pass49,293 miles (+5,025)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    49,293 miles
    Test number
    892981616334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    44,268 miles
    Test number
    893367905327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y246 MGM

Does Y246 MGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y246 MGM is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y246 MGM?
The MOT on Y246 MGM is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y246 MGM done?
Y246 MGM was recorded at 133,449 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 4,395 miles a year.
Has Y246 MGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 MGM has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y246 MGM 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 Y246 MGM find?
Y246 MGM passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens clouding over, and 5 more.

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