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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y247 GEBMOT history

Y247 GEB is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 168,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

Y247 GEB 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 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
168,464 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y247 GEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y247 GEB was last recorded at 168,464 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,299 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
165 miles
Average per year
4,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,464 miles
  • 2025 – 153,610 miles
  • 2024 – 145,931 miles
  • 2023 – 142,740 miles
  • 2021 – 137,127 miles
  • 2020 – 131,239 miles
  • 2019 – 124,745 miles
  • 2018 – 119,614 miles
  • 2017 – 116,132 miles
  • 2016 – 113,239 miles
  • 2015 – 110,510 miles
  • 2009 – 108,213 miles
  • 2008 – 99,419 miles
  • 2007 – 88,016 miles
  • 2006 – 79,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,464 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,464 miles (+165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    168,464 miles
    Test number
    393881353953
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,299 miles (+14,689)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,299 miles
    Test number
    227966333441
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass153,610 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    153,610 miles
    Test number
    920639569157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail153,508 miles (+7,577)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,508 miles
    Test number
    412574241444
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    145,931 miles
    Test number
    925855572772
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail145,931 miles (+3,191)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,931 miles
    Test number
    103848397063
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass142,740 miles (+5,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    142,740 miles
    Test number
    642538365077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass137,127 miles (+5,888)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    137,127 miles
    Test number
    581505804473
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  9. Pass131,239 miles (+6,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,239 miles
    Test number
    389487597543
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass124,745 miles (+263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,745 miles
    Test number
    671449235762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail124,482 miles (+4,868)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,482 miles
    Test number
    141510162148
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass119,614 miles (+3,482)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    119,614 miles
    Test number
    163951335831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,132 miles (+2,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,132 miles
    Test number
    247680900637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass113,239 miles (+2,729)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,239 miles
    Test number
    161019165345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,510 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,510 miles
    Test number
    387628315146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass108,213 miles (+8,794)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    108,213 miles
    Test number
    281610119249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass99,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    99,419 miles
    Test number
    342343118216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail99,419 miles (+11,403)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,419 miles
    Test number
    651923418274
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass88,016 miles (+8,708)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    88,016 miles
    Test number
    551086967148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,308 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,308 miles
    Test number
    100257156137
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass79,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    79,308 miles
    Test number
    374027056123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y247 GEB

Does Y247 GEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y247 GEB is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y247 GEB?
The MOT on Y247 GEB is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y247 GEB done?
Y247 GEB was recorded at 168,464 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 4,485 miles a year.
Has Y247 GEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y247 GEB has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y247 GEB 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 Y247 GEB find?
Y247 GEB passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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