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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y257 FUPMOT history

Y257 FUP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 141,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

Y257 FUP 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 1 Aug 2026
Mileage
141,428 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 FUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 FUP was last recorded at 141,428 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,418 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
6,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,428 miles
  • 2024 – 136,301 miles
  • 2023 – 130,978 miles
  • 2022 – 124,419 miles
  • 2021 – 112,765 miles
  • 2019 – 104,463 miles
  • 2018 – 98,092 miles
  • 2017 – 92,053 miles
  • 2016 – 86,613 miles
  • 2015 – 79,285 miles
  • 2014 – 74,936 miles
  • 2013 – 69,782 miles
  • 2012 – 62,555 miles
  • 2011 – 53,386 miles
  • 2010 – 46,645 miles
  • 2009 – 38,835 miles
  • 2008 – 31,384 miles
  • 2007 – 25,615 miles
  • 2006 – 18,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,428 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Gearbox mounting defective Rear gearbox mount crackedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,428 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    141,428 miles
    Test number
    826599786837
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Gearbox mounting defective Rear gearbox mount cracked

  2. Fail141,418 miles (+5,117)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,418 miles
    Test number
    442908169771
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Gearbox mounting defective Rear gearbox mount cracked
    • AdvisoryDashboard oil lamp intermittently flashes orange

  3. Pass136,301 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    136,301 miles
    Test number
    667341292231
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Gearbox mount fractured but still functional
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and Lipped inners (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail136,291 miles (+5,313)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,291 miles
    Test number
    978923783949
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning lamp lit, but 5 mm of pads all round. Possible wiring fault
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Gearbox mounting defective Mounting secure but has a fracture in it
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass130,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,978 miles
    Test number
    959349261543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail130,978 miles (+6,559)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,978 miles
    Test number
    232506219556
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass124,419 miles (+11,654)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    124,419 miles
    Test number
    841684100550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass112,765 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    112,765 miles
    Test number
    793851904989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail112,759 miles (+8,296)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,759 miles
    Test number
    328022530182
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing 1 bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass104,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,463 miles
    Test number
    623003765123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  11. Fail104,463 miles (+6,371)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,463 miles
    Test number
    449925273306
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker weak
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  12. Pass98,092 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,092 miles
    Test number
    394163809533
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail98,091 miles (+6,038)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,091 miles
    Test number
    889206263147
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass92,053 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,053 miles
    Test number
    347761951658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail92,051 miles (+5,438)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,051 miles
    Test number
    256868875249
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass86,613 miles (+7,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    86,613 miles
    Test number
    715618128461
    • AdvisoryEngine man light on dash
    • AdvisoryParking brake low effort

  17. Pass79,285 miles1 dangerous11 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    79,285 miles
    Test number
    876878335184
    • Dangerous1/ n/s/f tyre has splits in inner side of tread.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail79,285 miles (+4,349)1 dangerous3 failures11 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,285 miles
    Test number
    778628735175
    • Dangerous1/ n/s/f tyre has splits in inner side of tread.
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail74,936 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,936 miles
    Test number
    216632334479
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass74,936 miles (+5,154)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,936 miles
    Test number
    415462934136
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass69,782 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,782 miles
    Test number
    279669723409
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine light on dash

  22. Fail69,782 miles (+7,227)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,782 miles
    Test number
    906869523103
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine light on dash

  23. Pass62,555 miles (+9,169)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,555 miles
    Test number
    968358332160
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass53,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    656581631128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,386 miles (+6,741)11 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    528186821193
    • FailureCentre Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass46,645 miles (+7,810)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    46,645 miles
    Test number
    203873200467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,835 miles (+7,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,835 miles
    Test number
    903422329147
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass31,384 miles (+5,769)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,384 miles
    Test number
    762854628107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass25,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    25,615 miles
    Test number
    224022027160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail25,615 miles (+6,843)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,615 miles
    Test number
    521767817170
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass18,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    18,772 miles
    Test number
    214592226137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 FUP

Does Y257 FUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y257 FUP expired on 1 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y257 FUP?
The MOT on Y257 FUP expired on 1 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y257 FUP done?
Y257 FUP was recorded at 141,428 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 6,372 miles a year.
Has Y257 FUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 FUP has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y257 FUP 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 Y257 FUP find?
Y257 FUP passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: central rear gearbox mounting defective rear gearbox mount cracked.

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