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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y248 LRXMOT history

Y248 LRX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 87,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

Y248 LRX blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
87,809 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 LRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 LRX was last recorded at 87,809 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 1,261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,548 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,261 miles
Average per year
3,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,809 miles
  • 2025 – 86,548 miles
  • 2024 – 84,711 miles
  • 2023 – 82,822 miles
  • 2022 – 81,259 miles
  • 2021 – 80,030 miles
  • 2020 – 79,074 miles
  • 2019 – 76,989 miles
  • 2018 – 75,326 miles
  • 2017 – 73,318 miles
  • 2016 – 71,194 miles
  • 2015 – 64,924 miles
  • 2014 – 61,543 miles
  • 2013 – 57,819 miles
  • 2012 – 54,145 miles
  • 2011 – 50,936 miles
  • 2010 – 47,334 miles
  • 2009 – 43,274 miles
  • 2008 – 39,395 miles
  • 2007 – 33,203 miles
  • 2006 – 25,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,809 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,809 miles (+1,261)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    87,809 miles
    Test number
    589112494207
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass86,548 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    86,548 miles
    Test number
    568445523606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail86,548 miles (+1,837)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,548 miles
    Test number
    680216954380
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass84,711 miles (+1,889)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    84,711 miles
    Test number
    723775472121
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,822 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,822 miles
    Test number
    197452559339
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail82,822 miles (+1,563)2 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,822 miles
    Test number
    753822733527
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,259 miles (+1,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    645366916945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass80,030 miles (+956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,030 miles
    Test number
    414512605624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass79,074 miles (+2,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,074 miles
    Test number
    728457512560
    • 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. Pass76,989 miles (+405)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,989 miles
    Test number
    387544845686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail76,584 miles (+1,258)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,584 miles
    Test number
    249873263363
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass75,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    332075727017
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low.

  13. Fail75,326 miles (+2,008)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    438538557804
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low.

  14. Pass73,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,318 miles
    Test number
    412061116688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,318 miles (+2,124)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,318 miles
    Test number
    393092303891
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass71,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,194 miles
    Test number
    561198610173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,194 miles (+6,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,194 miles
    Test number
    483687121653
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass64,924 miles (+3,381)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,924 miles
    Test number
    797244555024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,543 miles (+3,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,543 miles
    Test number
    106848354067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass57,819 miles (+3,674)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,819 miles
    Test number
    805829843061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall slight damage

  21. Pass54,145 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,145 miles
    Test number
    787724552043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,140 miles (+3,204)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,140 miles
    Test number
    117763452413
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass50,936 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,936 miles
    Test number
    385212461019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)

  24. Fail50,879 miles (+3,545)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,879 miles
    Test number
    229245951012
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)

  25. Pass47,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,334 miles
    Test number
    592245450095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,334 miles (+4,060)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,334 miles
    Test number
    942715550033
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass43,274 miles (+3,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,274 miles
    Test number
    142276659011
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass39,395 miles (+6,192)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,395 miles
    Test number
    461627458074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass33,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,203 miles
    Test number
    722108557054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail33,203 miles (+7,557)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,203 miles
    Test number
    903068257024
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  31. Pass25,646 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    25,646 miles
    Test number
    991858856023
    • NoteRear tyre walls have surface perishing

Questions about Y248 LRX

Does Y248 LRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y248 LRX is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y248 LRX?
The MOT on Y248 LRX is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y248 LRX done?
Y248 LRX was recorded at 87,809 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 3,107 miles a year.
Has Y248 LRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 LRX has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y248 LRX 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 Y248 LRX find?
Y248 LRX passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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