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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y248 WBLMOT history

Y248 WBL is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 17 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 123,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2022.

Y248 WBL 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 17 Dec 2023
Mileage
123,163 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 WBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 WBL was last recorded at 123,163 miles on 21 Nov 2022, 7,929 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,234 miles · 18 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
7,929 miles
Average per year
5,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,163 miles
  • 2021 – 115,234 miles
  • 2020 – 108,042 miles
  • 2019 – 92,602 miles
  • 2018 – 77,587 miles
  • 2017 – 72,612 miles
  • 2016 – 70,378 miles
  • 2015 – 67,956 miles
  • 2014 – 65,270 miles
  • 2013 – 62,220 miles
  • 2012 – 58,938 miles
  • 2011 – 55,590 miles
  • 2010 – 52,233 miles
  • 2009 – 48,532 miles
  • 2008 – 44,557 miles
  • 2007 – 40,828 miles
  • 2006 – 34,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,163 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe bracket broken
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear box hanger broken
  • AdvisorySlight bind n/s/f brake

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.

  • Brake fluid close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin lip on discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear exhaust mount broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,163 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    123,163 miles
    Test number
    724123458262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe bracket broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box hanger broken
    • AdvisorySlight bind n/s/f brake
  2. Fail123,114 miles (+7,880)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,114 miles
    Test number
    146792402722
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 94w (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe bracket broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box hanger broken
    • AdvisorySlight bind n/s/f brake
  3. Pass115,234 miles (+7,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,234 miles
    Test number
    315991726717
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass108,042 miles (+15,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,042 miles
    Test number
    653240139665
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken
  5. Pass92,602 miles (+55)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,602 miles
    Test number
    429641004530
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin lip on discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken
  6. Fail92,547 miles (+14,960)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,547 miles
    Test number
    292091551608
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin lip on discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken
  7. Pass77,587 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,587 miles
    Test number
    155711025652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,581 miles (+50)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,581 miles
    Test number
    672519338774
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  9. Fail77,531 miles (+4,919)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,531 miles
    Test number
    223375504249
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wing mirror ns damaged and sharp. (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear view mirror housing damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass72,612 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    72,612 miles
    Test number
    751300207771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,378 miles (+2,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,378 miles
    Test number
    873309924133
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  12. Pass67,956 miles (+2,686)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,956 miles
    Test number
    531738104789
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre starting to wear on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.
  13. Pass65,270 miles (+3,050)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,270 miles
    Test number
    345836124242
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass62,220 miles (+3,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,220 miles
    Test number
    829727323249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass58,938 miles (+3,348)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,938 miles
    Test number
    156094332221
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass55,590 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,590 miles
    Test number
    898357931214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,233 miles (+3,701)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,233 miles
    Test number
    390402830278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,532 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,532 miles
    Test number
    822730949271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,557 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,557 miles
    Test number
    190560228283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Fail44,552 miles (+3,724)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,552 miles
    Test number
    373589118250
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass40,828 miles (+6,239)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    40,828 miles
    Test number
    971632537258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,589 miles
    Test number
    733593746223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y248 WBL

Does Y248 WBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y248 WBL expired on 17 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y248 WBL?
The MOT on Y248 WBL expired on 17 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y248 WBL done?
Y248 WBL was recorded at 123,163 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2022, an average of 5,459 miles a year.
Has Y248 WBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 WBL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on Y248 WBL 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 WBL find?
Y248 WBL passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; exhaust front pipe bracket broken, and 2 more.

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