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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y249 LDNMOT history

Y249 LDN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

Y249 LDN 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 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
115,294 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 LDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 LDN was last recorded at 115,294 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,284 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 115,294 miles
  • 2022 – 114,534 miles
  • 2021 – 113,259 miles
  • 2020 – 112,732 miles
  • 2019 – 110,966 miles
  • 2017 – 108,717 miles
  • 2016 – 104,772 miles
  • 2015 – 101,911 miles
  • 2014 – 96,017 miles
  • 2013 – 93,598 miles
  • 2012 – 88,312 miles
  • 2010 – 88,032 miles
  • 2009 – 83,775 miles
  • 2008 – 77,712 miles
  • 2007 – 69,414 miles
  • 2006 – 65,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,294 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Bonnet safety catch inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Quite badly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,294 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,294 miles
    Test number
    720973523903
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail115,284 miles (+750)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,284 miles
    Test number
    155975519696
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake performance very low
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass114,534 miles (+1,275)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    114,534 miles
    Test number
    935641159023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,259 miles (+6)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,259 miles
    Test number
    626464927787
    • DangerousN/s/front tyre almost worn to limit and bald on inner edge
    • DangerousN/s/rear tyre almost worn to ware indicator and has large deep cut/split in sidewall
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Quite badly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Badly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail113,253 miles (+521)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,253 miles
    Test number
    425226336694
    • DangerousN/s/front tyre almost worn to limit and bald on inner edge
    • DangerousN/s/rear tyre almost worn to ware indicator and has large deep cut/split in sidewall
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Quite badly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Badly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass112,732 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,732 miles
    Test number
    857074174685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail112,729 miles (+1,763)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,729 miles
    Test number
    884985278634
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass110,966 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,966 miles
    Test number
    547949155384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,964 miles2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,964 miles
    Test number
    503263528491
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail110,964 miles (+2,247)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,964 miles
    Test number
    583163688354
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass108,717 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    108,717 miles
    Test number
    576706798542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBonnet saftey catch sized

  12. Fail108,707 miles (+3,935)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,707 miles
    Test number
    795874675907
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBonnet saftey catch sized

  13. Pass104,772 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    104,772 miles
    Test number
    961158876245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,911 miles (+5,894)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    101,911 miles
    Test number
    198772394220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,017 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    368520474250
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  16. Fail96,017 miles (+2,419)6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    656180674276
    • FailureBonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  17. Pass93,598 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,598 miles
    Test number
    965631943103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteRear brakes are slightly binding

  18. Fail93,598 miles (+5,286)12 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,598 miles
    Test number
    638070143154
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteRear brakes are slightly binding

  19. Fail88,312 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,312 miles
    Test number
    435013722005
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass88,312 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    88,312 miles
    Test number
    829863222026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,032 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    88,032 miles
    Test number
    871646690269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s inner wheel arch liner loose

  22. Fail88,026 miles (+4,251)4 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,026 miles
    Test number
    870174370234
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s inner wheel arch liner loose

  23. Fail83,775 miles (+6,063)4 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,775 miles
    Test number
    783694249334
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteAir bag light on!
    • NoteCuts in o/s/front tyre inner sidewall but not deep enough to expose ply or cords!
    • NoteKnock from steering rack!
    • NoteN/s/front brake binding slightly!
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack!

  24. Pass77,712 miles (+8,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    77,712 miles
    Test number
    430846148480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass69,414 miles (+4,233)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    69,414 miles
    Test number
    110670007369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass65,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    65,181 miles
    Test number
    591810346140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail65,181 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,181 miles
    Test number
    601010746142
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about Y249 LDN

Does Y249 LDN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y249 LDN expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y249 LDN?
The MOT on Y249 LDN expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y249 LDN done?
Y249 LDN was recorded at 115,294 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 2,989 miles a year.
Has Y249 LDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 LDN has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y249 LDN 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 Y249 LDN find?
Y249 LDN passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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