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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y252 YAOMOT history

Y252 YAO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 62,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

Y252 YAO silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
62,841 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 YAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 YAO was last recorded at 62,841 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 15,016 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,825 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
15,016 miles
Average per year
1,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,841 miles
  • 2025 – 47,825 miles
  • 2024 – 47,794 miles
  • 2023 – 47,747 miles
  • 2022 – 47,707 miles
  • 2021 – 47,685 miles
  • 2020 – 47,561 miles
  • 2019 – 46,997 miles
  • 2018 – 45,051 miles
  • 2017 – 43,967 miles
  • 2015 – 42,165 miles
  • 2014 – 39,827 miles
  • 2013 – 38,921 miles
  • 2012 – 36,543 miles
  • 2011 – 34,724 miles
  • 2010 – 32,631 miles
  • 2009 – 30,300 miles
  • 2008 – 28,797 miles
  • 2007 – 26,732 miles
  • 2006 – 24,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,841 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot starting to split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,841 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    62,841 miles
    Test number
    109648626970
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot starting to split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail62,840 miles (+15,015)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,840 miles
    Test number
    596659157036
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot starting to split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass47,825 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    47,825 miles
    Test number
    321886374936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,794 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    47,794 miles
    Test number
    478382496588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail47,794 miles (+47)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,794 miles
    Test number
    153550749533
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass47,747 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    47,747 miles
    Test number
    203168900557
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail47,747 miles (+40)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,747 miles
    Test number
    510152527677
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass47,707 miles (+22)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    47,707 miles
    Test number
    508316633108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass47,685 miles (+124)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    47,685 miles
    Test number
    167193883747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass47,561 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,561 miles
    Test number
    600303351227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail47,561 miles (+564)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,561 miles
    Test number
    211143315566
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass46,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    46,997 miles
    Test number
    821528146519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,997 miles (+1,946)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,997 miles
    Test number
    681118456833
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass45,051 miles (+1,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    45,051 miles
    Test number
    511031679487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass43,967 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    43,967 miles
    Test number
    848486628826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail43,967 miles (+1,802)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,967 miles
    Test number
    599566072984
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass42,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    42,165 miles
    Test number
    722854167943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,165 miles (+2,338)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,165 miles
    Test number
    340321486294
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass39,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    39,827 miles
    Test number
    896671744215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,827 miles (+906)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,827 miles
    Test number
    398360544239
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass38,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,921 miles
    Test number
    886782113253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,921 miles (+2,378)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,921 miles
    Test number
    888412113224
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass36,543 miles (+1,819)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,543 miles
    Test number
    428384462164
    • 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)

  24. Pass34,724 miles (+2,093)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,724 miles
    Test number
    599394451117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front Brake disc slightly pitted
    • NoteOffside front Brake disc slightly pitted

  25. Pass32,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    32,631 miles
    Test number
    801846040168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail32,631 miles (+2,331)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,631 miles
    Test number
    260476040180
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front Tyre becoming perished

  27. Pass30,300 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,300 miles
    Test number
    803383519198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass28,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    823680618169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail28,797 miles (+2,065)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    310228808190
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass26,732 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,732 miles
    Test number
    602801407116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass24,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,149 miles
    Test number
    133532986040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 YAO

Does Y252 YAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y252 YAO is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y252 YAO?
The MOT on Y252 YAO is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y252 YAO done?
Y252 YAO was recorded at 62,841 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 1,899 miles a year.
Has Y252 YAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 YAO has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y252 YAO 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 Y252 YAO find?
Y252 YAO passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot starting to split.; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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