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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y262 YHHMOT history

Y262 YHH is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 46,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

Y262 YHH silver 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 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
46,963 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y262 YHH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y262 YHH was last recorded at 46,963 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 1,307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,656 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,307 miles
Average per year
1,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,963 miles
  • 2025 – 45,656 miles
  • 2024 – 44,680 miles
  • 2023 – 41,034 miles
  • 2022 – 40,277 miles
  • 2021 – 39,618 miles
  • 2020 – 39,090 miles
  • 2019 – 38,461 miles
  • 2018 – 38,171 miles
  • 2017 – 35,952 miles
  • 2016 – 33,695 miles
  • 2015 – 31,474 miles
  • 2014 – 30,631 miles
  • 2013 – 29,843 miles
  • 2012 – 29,290 miles
  • 2011 – 28,743 miles
  • 2010 – 28,132 miles
  • 2009 – 27,431 miles
  • 2008 – 26,943 miles
  • 2007 – 25,318 miles
  • 2006 – 21,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,963 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass46,963 miles (+1,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    46,963 miles
    Test number
    755863769750
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass45,656 miles (+976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    45,656 miles
    Test number
    163597091119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass44,680 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    44,680 miles
    Test number
    296415208892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail44,642 miles (+3,608)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,642 miles
    Test number
    750122773967
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass41,034 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    41,034 miles
    Test number
    230349559257
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail41,034 miles (+757)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,034 miles
    Test number
    370329701772
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Slight play in mounting (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass40,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    40,277 miles
    Test number
    709600769398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail40,277 miles (+659)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,277 miles
    Test number
    615599132074
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass39,618 miles (+528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    39,618 miles
    Test number
    221026115316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass39,090 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,090 miles
    Test number
    733747637205
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail39,087 miles (+626)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,087 miles
    Test number
    913705934168
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass38,461 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,461 miles
    Test number
    433416641352
    • 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 Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail38,458 miles (+287)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,458 miles
    Test number
    684890585959
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (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 Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass38,171 miles (+2,219)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    38,171 miles
    Test number
    215320249707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,952 miles (+2,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    35,952 miles
    Test number
    979760373465
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass33,695 miles (+2,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    33,695 miles
    Test number
    124122028673
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass31,474 miles (+843)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    31,474 miles
    Test number
    296304725057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,631 miles (+788)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    30,631 miles
    Test number
    409582534093
    • NoteNearside front brake disc pitted

  19. Pass29,843 miles (+553)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    29,843 miles
    Test number
    585593143001
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth nearside disc's slightly corroded
    • NoteJoint between frontpipe and cat slightly corroded

  20. Pass29,290 miles (+547)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    29,290 miles
    Test number
    327338122036
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteExhaust (where front pipes meet catalysts) system slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside (front and rear) brake disc(s) slightly corroded

  21. Pass28,743 miles (+611)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,743 miles
    Test number
    166958031023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade torn slightly
    • NoteNearside front brake disc slightly pitted
    • NoteOffside front bottom arm rear bush has slight movement

  22. Pass28,132 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,132 miles
    Test number
    432596230000
    • 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)

  23. Fail28,132 miles (+701)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,132 miles
    Test number
    152974730039
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)

  24. Pass27,431 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,431 miles
    Test number
    573145949007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,943 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    26,943 miles
    Test number
    581434458086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,318 miles (+3,911)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    25,318 miles
    Test number
    724968247014
    • 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)
    • 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)

  27. Pass21,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,407 miles
    Test number
    463365656048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y262 YHH

Does Y262 YHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y262 YHH is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y262 YHH?
The MOT on Y262 YHH is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y262 YHH done?
Y262 YHH was recorded at 46,963 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 1,283 miles a year.
Has Y262 YHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y262 YHH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y262 YHH 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 Y262 YHH find?
Y262 YHH passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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