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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y249 MRRMOT history

Y249 MRR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 152,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2022.

Y249 MRR black 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 12 Jan 2023
Mileage
152,139 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 MRR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y249 MRR was last recorded at 152,139 miles on 3 Aug 2022, 2,774 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Oct 2016: 91,682 miles, lower than 91,985 miles on 4 Apr 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
149,365 miles · 13 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2,774 miles
Average per year
7,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,139 miles
  • 2020 – 140,138 miles
  • 2019 – 108,552 miles
  • 2018 – 96,527 miles
  • 2017 – 95,861 miles
  • 2016 – 91,682 miles
  • 2014 – 91,985 miles
  • 2013 – 83,160 miles
  • 2012 – 72,799 miles
  • 2011 – 65,540 miles
  • 2010 – 61,488 miles
  • 2009 – 53,669 miles
  • 2008 – 48,465 miles
  • 2007 – 42,066 miles
  • 2006 – 32,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail152,139 miles
  • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Exhaust rear silencer missing. (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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 rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Around down pipe area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Sill covers fitted possably more rust underneath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail152,139 miles (+2,774)1 dangerous11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,139 miles
    Test number
    849301605437
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Exhaust rear silencer missing. (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass149,365 miles (+9,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    149,365 miles
    Test number
    264786852002
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present

  3. Pass140,138 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,138 miles
    Test number
    624251670009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail140,110 miles (+31,558)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,110 miles
    Test number
    320019056033
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,552 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,552 miles
    Test number
    957055210242
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Around down pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted possably more rust underneath

  6. Fail108,536 miles (+12,009)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,536 miles
    Test number
    760454369860
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill /jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Front and rear outer sill by jacking points (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Around down pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted possably more rust underneath

  7. Pass96,527 miles (+653)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,527 miles
    Test number
    584261268987
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/R inner light lens on boot missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sill slightly corroded and skirts fitted

  8. Pass95,874 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,874 miles
    Test number
    901663591075
    • 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)

  9. Fail95,861 miles (+4,179)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,861 miles
    Test number
    464197468591
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light lit

  10. Pass91,682 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    91,682 miles
    Test number
    389949769503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill by jack mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail91,682 miles (-303)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,682 miles
    Test number
    823571688039
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass91,985 miles (+8,825)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    91,985 miles
    Test number
    615144094088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,160 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,160 miles
    Test number
    218439613449
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass83,160 miles (+10,361)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    83,160 miles
    Test number
    259359113190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,799 miles
    Test number
    248942202159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,798 miles (+7,258)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,798 miles
    Test number
    227362002181
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  17. Pass65,540 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    65,540 miles
    Test number
    279564501492
    • NoteSlight play in both front wishbone bushes

  18. Fail65,532 miles (+4,044)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,532 miles
    Test number
    556771801198
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play in both front wishbone bushes

  19. Pass61,488 miles (+7,819)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,488 miles
    Test number
    611788010178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,669 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,669 miles
    Test number
    921051719188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,465 miles (+6,399)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,465 miles
    Test number
    451222018162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,066 miles (+9,211)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,066 miles
    Test number
    784351317115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,855 miles
    Test number
    260514226440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,855 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,855 miles
    Test number
    331954926192
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about Y249 MRR

Does Y249 MRR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y249 MRR expired on 12 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y249 MRR?
The MOT on Y249 MRR expired on 12 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y249 MRR done?
Y249 MRR was recorded at 152,139 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2022, an average of 7,341 miles a year.
Has Y249 MRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 MRR has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y249 MRR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y249 MRR find?
Y249 MRR failed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board exhaust rear silencer missing.; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 14 more.

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