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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y263 TLCMOT history

Y263 TLC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 88,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

Y263 TLC 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 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
88,470 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y263 TLC
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
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y263 TLC was last recorded at 88,470 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,470 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,470 miles
  • 2025 – 86,174 miles
  • 2024 – 84,825 miles
  • 2023 – 83,462 miles
  • 2022 – 83,026 miles
  • 2021 – 82,213 miles
  • 2020 – 81,064 miles
  • 2019 – 80,007 miles
  • 2018 – 78,481 miles
  • 2016 – 76,362 miles
  • 2015 – 74,874 miles
  • 2014 – 72,693 miles
  • 2012 – 68,090 miles
  • 2011 – 63,748 miles
  • 2010 – 60,759 miles
  • 2009 – 56,530 miles
  • 2008 – 51,902 miles
  • 2007 – 46,185 miles
  • 2006 – 38,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,470 miles
  • AdvisoryFront grill missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror cover missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2016–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,470 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    88,470 miles
    Test number
    516976360780
    • AdvisoryFront grill missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail88,470 miles (+2,296)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,470 miles
    Test number
    980386689421
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront grill missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass86,174 miles (+1,349)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    86,174 miles
    Test number
    456967960536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass84,825 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,825 miles
    Test number
    829319415143
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail84,825 miles (+1,363)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,825 miles
    Test number
    288490915569
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass83,462 miles (+436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,462 miles
    Test number
    737664128198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass83,026 miles (+813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,026 miles
    Test number
    866786705557
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass82,213 miles (+1,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,213 miles
    Test number
    836089793573
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass81,064 miles (+1,057)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,064 miles
    Test number
    850801495866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass80,007 miles (+1,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,007 miles
    Test number
    728934797527
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass78,481 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,481 miles
    Test number
    410906909323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail78,481 miles (+2,119)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,481 miles
    Test number
    849242204094
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass76,362 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,362 miles
    Test number
    796387087083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Is on the 1.6mm limit & has multiple cuts. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail76,362 miles (+1,488)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,362 miles
    Test number
    620232290451
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Is on the 1.6mm limit & has multiple cuts. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass74,874 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,874 miles
    Test number
    115351535153
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail74,874 miles (+2,181)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,874 miles
    Test number
    707831535124
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass72,693 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,693 miles
    Test number
    339413094033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail72,693 miles (+4,603)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,693 miles
    Test number
    389061094004
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass68,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,090 miles
    Test number
    635394762159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,090 miles (+4,342)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,090 miles
    Test number
    748664862135
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass63,748 miles (+2,989)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,748 miles
    Test number
    408467131190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,759 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,759 miles
    Test number
    243980440103
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass60,759 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,759 miles
    Test number
    703910240172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    56,530 miles
    Test number
    683026629118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,530 miles (+4,628)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,530 miles
    Test number
    982516629136
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass51,902 miles (+5,717)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,902 miles
    Test number
    704572828111
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSign's of perishing on the offside front TCA bush
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front wheel

  27. Pass46,185 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,185 miles
    Test number
    883145717187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail46,170 miles (+7,330)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,170 miles
    Test number
    674543417160
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass38,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,840 miles
    Test number
    104020916180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y263 TLC

Does Y263 TLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y263 TLC is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y263 TLC?
The MOT on Y263 TLC is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y263 TLC done?
Y263 TLC was recorded at 88,470 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 2,514 miles a year.
Has Y263 TLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y263 TLC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y263 TLC 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 Y263 TLC find?
Y263 TLC passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front grill missing; offside front mirror cover missing; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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