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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y268 YYXMOT history

Y268 YYX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 109,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

Y268 YYX 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 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
109,844 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y268 YYX
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
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y268 YYX was last recorded at 109,844 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 2,887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,957 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,887 miles
Average per year
4,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,844 miles
  • 2025 – 106,957 miles
  • 2024 – 104,012 miles
  • 2023 – 99,644 miles
  • 2022 – 95,949 miles
  • 2021 – 92,419 miles
  • 2020 – 88,851 miles
  • 2019 – 86,378 miles
  • 2018 – 84,781 miles
  • 2017 – 83,560 miles
  • 2016 – 80,609 miles
  • 2015 – 78,004 miles
  • 2013 – 72,983 miles
  • 2012 – 68,069 miles
  • 2011 – 62,731 miles
  • 2010 – 57,994 miles
  • 2009 – 50,900 miles
  • 2007 – 37,376 miles
  • 2006 – 24,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,844 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,844 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    109,844 miles
    Test number
    692678414043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail109,844 miles (+2,887)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,844 miles
    Test number
    354028024613
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass106,957 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    106,957 miles
    Test number
    176878051795
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail106,957 miles (+2,945)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,957 miles
    Test number
    598266160764
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass104,012 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    104,012 miles
    Test number
    822381233783
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail104,007 miles (+4,363)2 dangerous5 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,007 miles
    Test number
    904809039004
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Multiple bulges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Front, side repeater and rear (4.4.4 (a))

  7. Pass99,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    99,644 miles
    Test number
    824832840225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail99,644 miles (+3,695)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,644 miles
    Test number
    489747813128
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected No cover - white light emitted (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass95,949 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    95,949 miles
    Test number
    832321064302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Fail95,940 miles (+3,521)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,940 miles
    Test number
    375014093820
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass92,419 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,419 miles
    Test number
    460655795317
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail92,413 miles (+3,562)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,413 miles
    Test number
    618185767502
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass88,851 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    88,851 miles
    Test number
    426556756482
    • AdvisoryCentral Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail88,846 miles (+2,468)3 dangerous5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,846 miles
    Test number
    162438262628
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  15. Pass86,378 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,378 miles
    Test number
    203744296553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,781 miles (+1,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,781 miles
    Test number
    760926722870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass83,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,560 miles
    Test number
    664631712392
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail83,558 miles (+2,949)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,558 miles
    Test number
    749678822601
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass80,609 miles (+2,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,609 miles
    Test number
    443855748183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing low on tread

  20. Pass78,004 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    78,004 miles
    Test number
    558346805053
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  21. Fail78,004 miles (+5,021)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,004 miles
    Test number
    807095305030
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  22. Pass72,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,983 miles
    Test number
    335030313438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,983 miles (+4,914)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,983 miles
    Test number
    486180313255
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass68,069 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,069 miles
    Test number
    209501982189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Fail68,069 miles (+5,338)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,069 miles
    Test number
    869781882106
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  26. Pass62,731 miles (+4,737)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,731 miles
    Test number
    847988771195
    • NoteHandbrake travel, but still has a reserve
    • NoteO/s and n/s front lower arms rear mounting bushes has play
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyre treads starting to get low
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on inner surface area

  27. Pass57,994 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    57,994 miles
    Test number
    834488100239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Fail57,994 miles (+7,094)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,994 miles
    Test number
    994568400281
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass50,900 miles (+13,524)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,900 miles
    Test number
    601144959236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,376 miles (+12,617)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,376 miles
    Test number
    933781127258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass24,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,759 miles
    Test number
    563003326112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y268 YYX

Does Y268 YYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y268 YYX is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y268 YYX?
The MOT on Y268 YYX is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y268 YYX done?
Y268 YYX was recorded at 109,844 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 4,233 miles a year.
Has Y268 YYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y268 YYX has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y268 YYX 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 Y268 YYX find?
Y268 YYX passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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