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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y259 VOFMOT history

Y259 VOF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

Y259 VOF blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
156,636 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y259 VOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y259 VOF was last recorded at 156,636 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,636 miles · 27 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,636 miles
  • 2025 – 151,284 miles
  • 2024 – 146,592 miles
  • 2021 – 143,625 miles
  • 2020 – 135,781 miles
  • 2019 – 128,018 miles
  • 2018 – 120,649 miles
  • 2017 – 114,844 miles
  • 2016 – 106,333 miles
  • 2015 – 101,997 miles
  • 2014 – 100,190 miles
  • 2012 – 97,108 miles
  • 2011 – 92,447 miles
  • 2010 – 86,924 miles
  • 2009 – 82,158 miles
  • 2007 – 77,092 miles
  • 2006 – 70,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,636 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Drive belt worn, but not excessively water pump belt perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,636 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    156,636 miles
    Test number
    872467396550
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail156,636 miles (+5,352)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,636 miles
    Test number
    967528147159
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass151,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    151,284 miles
    Test number
    359112165755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail151,284 miles (+4,692)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,284 miles
    Test number
    323234331141
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,592 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    146,592 miles
    Test number
    276765130061
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources flickers (LED) (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively water pump belt perished (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake flexy hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail146,592 miles (+2,967)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,592 miles
    Test number
    469204074523
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached mount broken (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated brake flexy hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective full of condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources flickers (LED) (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively water pump belt perished (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake flexy hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass143,625 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,625 miles
    Test number
    906122876807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail143,625 miles (+7,844)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,625 miles
    Test number
    112569458915
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass135,781 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,781 miles
    Test number
    993202466733
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks corroded

  10. Fail135,781 miles (+7,763)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,781 miles
    Test number
    482234413025
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks corroded

  11. Pass128,018 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,018 miles
    Test number
    667227890881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail128,018 miles (+7,369)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,018 miles
    Test number
    883997681690
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass120,649 miles (+5,805)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    120,649 miles
    Test number
    234541427877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,844 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    114,844 miles
    Test number
    276248992263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail114,844 miles (+8,511)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,844 miles
    Test number
    255861442542
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass106,333 miles1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,333 miles
    Test number
    550187929178
    • DangerousNearside Front inner edge wearing and tyre badly perished but no cords showing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres need replacing soon

  17. Fail106,333 miles (+4,336)2 dangerous5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,333 miles
    Test number
    138611540920
    • DangerousNearside Front inner edge wearing and tyre badly perished but no cords showing
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking to pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect dip beam (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres need replacing soon

  18. Fail101,997 miles2 repaired10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,997 miles
    Test number
    715726535256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear tyres low on inside edges

  19. Pass101,997 miles (+1,807)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    101,997 miles
    Test number
    806586435287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear tyres low on inside edges

  20. Pass100,190 miles (+3,082)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,190 miles
    Test number
    808924434037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass97,108 miles (+4,661)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    97,108 miles
    Test number
    456355462189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOuter body sill covers fitted,not allowing full inspection.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass92,447 miles (+5,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    92,447 miles
    Test number
    426569551142
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass86,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    86,924 miles
    Test number
    870201360179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail86,924 miles (+4,766)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,924 miles
    Test number
    191310560167
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass82,158 miles (+5,066)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,158 miles
    Test number
    221262759406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing

  26. Pass77,092 miles (+6,630)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    77,092 miles
    Test number
    311014417288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    70,462 miles
    Test number
    573487486103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y259 VOF

Does Y259 VOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y259 VOF is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y259 VOF?
The MOT on Y259 VOF is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y259 VOF done?
Y259 VOF was recorded at 156,636 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 4,405 miles a year.
Has Y259 VOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y259 VOF has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y259 VOF 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 Y259 VOF find?
Y259 VOF passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both.

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