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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y272 TLCMOT history

Y272 TLC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 115,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

Y272 TLC silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
115,491 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y272 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
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y272 TLC was last recorded at 115,491 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,123 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
368 miles
Average per year
3,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,491 miles
  • 2025 – 115,123 miles
  • 2024 – 114,638 miles
  • 2023 – 114,365 miles
  • 2022 – 113,890 miles
  • 2021 – 113,202 miles
  • 2020 – 112,518 miles
  • 2019 – 111,846 miles
  • 2018 – 110,549 miles
  • 2017 – 109,469 miles
  • 2016 – 108,759 miles
  • 2015 – 108,093 miles
  • 2014 – 107,408 miles
  • 2013 – 103,621 miles
  • 2012 – 95,537 miles
  • 2011 – 87,109 miles
  • 2010 – 78,270 miles
  • 2009 – 69,362 miles
  • 2008 – 59,981 miles
  • 2007 – 50,163 miles
  • 2006 – 38,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,491 miles
  • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed oil leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe and suspension components
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle structure

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,491 miles (+368)1 dangerous11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,491 miles
    Test number
    367596205887
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed oil leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe and suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle structure

  2. Pass115,123 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,123 miles
    Test number
    352095317571
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to vehicle floors

  3. Fail115,116 miles (+478)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,116 miles
    Test number
    292487376884
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to vehicle floors

  4. Pass114,638 miles (+273)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    114,638 miles
    Test number
    572196822860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to underside of vehicle4

  5. Pass114,365 miles (+475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    114,365 miles
    Test number
    295179457528
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to floors

  6. Pass113,890 miles (+688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,890 miles
    Test number
    425274513388
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to floors

  7. Pass113,202 miles (+21)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    113,202 miles
    Test number
    742348220778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail113,181 miles (+663)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,181 miles
    Test number
    562862186921
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass112,518 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,518 miles
    Test number
    514658923139
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail112,510 miles (+664)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,510 miles
    Test number
    264873148544
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass111,846 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,846 miles
    Test number
    925541564744
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail111,846 miles (+1,297)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,846 miles
    Test number
    504023264587
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass110,549 miles (+1,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,549 miles
    Test number
    946169819078
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass109,469 miles (+710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    109,469 miles
    Test number
    225674180971
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass108,759 miles (+666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,759 miles
    Test number
    566692760357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass108,093 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,093 miles
    Test number
    224921070562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass107,408 miles (+3,787)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    107,408 miles
    Test number
    747009104383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass103,621 miles (+58)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,621 miles
    Test number
    755408893250
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail103,563 miles (+8,026)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,563 miles
    Test number
    368196293454
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass95,537 miles (+155)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    95,537 miles
    Test number
    966602612383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail95,382 miles (+8,273)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,382 miles
    Test number
    219104602328
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs brocken

  22. Pass87,109 miles (+26)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    87,109 miles
    Test number
    448429091216
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail87,083 miles (+8,813)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,083 miles
    Test number
    209718091221
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass78,270 miles (+8,908)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    78,270 miles
    Test number
    410065900405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass69,362 miles (+9,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,362 miles
    Test number
    882135919367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass59,981 miles (+9,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    59,981 miles
    Test number
    440362828438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass50,163 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,163 miles
    Test number
    402145927330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail50,163 miles (+11,243)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,163 miles
    Test number
    400834727326
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass38,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,920 miles
    Test number
    891836126318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail38,917 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,917 miles
    Test number
    913526326355
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about Y272 TLC

Does Y272 TLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y272 TLC expired on 17 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y272 TLC?
The MOT on Y272 TLC expired on 17 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y272 TLC done?
Y272 TLC was recorded at 115,491 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 3,850 miles a year.
Has Y272 TLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y272 TLC has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y272 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 Y272 TLC find?
Y272 TLC failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 2 advisories: brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear; brake performance unable to be tested brake fluid leak; emissions unable to be completed oil leak, and 11 more.

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