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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

Y26 RCEMOT history

Y26 RCE is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 170,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

Y26 RCE grey 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 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
170,161 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 RCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y26 RCE was last recorded at 170,161 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,151 miles · 27 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
9,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,161 miles
  • 2025 – 159,655 miles
  • 2024 – 153,884 miles
  • 2023 – 145,676 miles
  • 2022 – 136,696 miles
  • 2021 – 127,333 miles
  • 2020 – 120,730 miles
  • 2019 – 115,274 miles
  • 2018 – 110,366 miles
  • 2017 – 104,421 miles
  • 2016 – 94,583 miles
  • 2015 – 82,567 miles
  • 2014 – 68,487 miles
  • 2013 – 50,788 miles
  • 2012 – 32,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,161 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine covers / under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,161 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    170,161 miles
    Test number
    445143350722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail170,151 miles (+10,496)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,151 miles
    Test number
    277352190082
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass159,655 miles (+5,771)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    159,655 miles
    Test number
    389649019744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,884 miles (+154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    153,884 miles
    Test number
    763400341611
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail153,730 miles (+8,054)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,730 miles
    Test number
    128515175535
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake performance unable to be tested brake pad metal to metal (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,676 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,676 miles
    Test number
    569641101591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail145,561 miles (+8,865)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,561 miles
    Test number
    436301455683
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear arm fixing nut loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass136,696 miles (+9,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    136,696 miles
    Test number
    932010772935
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass127,333 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    127,333 miles
    Test number
    693305561035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail127,303 miles (+6,573)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,303 miles
    Test number
    471110313085
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass120,730 miles (+5,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,730 miles
    Test number
    285748299190
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted

  12. Pass115,274 miles (+4,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,274 miles
    Test number
    504079129348
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass110,366 miles (+5,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,366 miles
    Test number
    915781092435
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted

  14. Pass104,421 miles (+9,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,421 miles
    Test number
    812126732554
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted

  15. Pass94,583 miles (+12,016)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,583 miles
    Test number
    415201931066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and full under body under-trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  16. Pass82,567 miles (+14,080)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,567 miles
    Test number
    274218019301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,487 miles (+17,699)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    68,487 miles
    Test number
    428776864297
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside headlamp aim om lower limits

  18. Pass50,788 miles (+18,771)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    50,788 miles
    Test number
    289624163298
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  19. Pass32,017 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,017 miles
    Test number
    517316662227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,011 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,011 miles
    Test number
    429905162260
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y26 RCE

Does Y26 RCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y26 RCE is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y26 RCE?
The MOT on Y26 RCE is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y26 RCE done?
Y26 RCE was recorded at 170,161 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 9,798 miles a year.
Has Y26 RCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 RCE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y26 RCE 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 Y26 RCE find?
Y26 RCE passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 1.8mm; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 1.8mm.

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