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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,995 cc

Y253 YAOMOT history

Y253 YAO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 154,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2024.

Y253 YAO 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 13 Jan 2024
Mileage
154,182 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 YAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y253 YAO was last recorded at 154,182 miles on 27 Jan 2024, 738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,444 miles · 14 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
738 miles
Average per year
5,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 154,182 miles
  • 2023 – 153,444 miles
  • 2022 – 151,500 miles
  • 2021 – 146,542 miles
  • 2020 – 143,217 miles
  • 2018 – 140,059 miles
  • 2017 – 136,156 miles
  • 2015 – 131,846 miles
  • 2014 – 129,859 miles
  • 2013 – 126,705 miles
  • 2012 – 123,129 miles
  • 2011 – 105,050 miles
  • 2010 – 97,963 miles
  • 2008 – 83,942 miles
  • 2006 – 64,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,182 miles
  • MajorNearside 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))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Both front tyres have cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake pad warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail154,182 miles (+738)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,182 miles
    Test number
    395182640994
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass153,444 miles (+1,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    153,444 miles
    Test number
    782539457028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake little reserve travel

  3. Pass151,500 miles (+4,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    151,500 miles
    Test number
    761590542320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,542 miles (+3,325)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    146,542 miles
    Test number
    750860284952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,217 miles (+3,158)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,217 miles
    Test number
    431442706384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass140,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    140,059 miles
    Test number
    196800907673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail140,039 miles (+2,730)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,039 miles
    Test number
    204358071655
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass137,309 miles (+1,153)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    137,309 miles
    Test number
    813611474908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass136,156 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    136,156 miles
    Test number
    210461847236
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cracks
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  10. Fail136,139 miles (+4,293)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,139 miles
    Test number
    326636075738
    • FailureBootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cracks
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  11. Pass131,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    131,846 miles
    Test number
    297708765616
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail131,846 miles (+1,987)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,846 miles
    Test number
    573888025701
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass129,859 miles (+3,154)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    129,859 miles
    Test number
    216891594207
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass126,705 miles (+3,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    126,705 miles
    Test number
    806184263222
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass123,129 miles (+18,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    123,129 miles
    Test number
    558209372102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass105,050 miles (+7,087)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    105,050 miles
    Test number
    276392581166
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt not checked

  17. Pass97,963 miles (+14,021)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,963 miles
    Test number
    673518160133
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil.

  18. Pass83,942 miles (+19,626)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    83,942 miles
    Test number
    474576808274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,316 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,316 miles
    Test number
    370469016284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass64,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,316 miles
    Test number
    521049416246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 YAO

Does Y253 YAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y253 YAO expired on 13 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y253 YAO?
The MOT on Y253 YAO expired on 13 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y253 YAO done?
Y253 YAO was recorded at 154,182 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2024, an average of 5,143 miles a year.
Has Y253 YAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 YAO has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y253 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 Y253 YAO find?
Y253 YAO failed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2024 with 4 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside parking brake inoperative on one side; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 2 more.

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