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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y276 CCWMOT history

Y276 CCW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 123,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

Y276 CCW blue 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 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
123,783 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y276 CCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y276 CCW was last recorded at 123,783 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 3,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,606 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3,177 miles
Average per year
3,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,783 miles
  • 2025 – 120,606 miles
  • 2024 – 118,466 miles
  • 2023 – 117,729 miles
  • 2022 – 117,573 miles
  • 2021 – 117,345 miles
  • 2020 – 117,172 miles
  • 2019 – 116,658 miles
  • 2018 – 116,023 miles
  • 2017 – 115,006 miles
  • 2016 – 111,734 miles
  • 2015 – 107,753 miles
  • 2014 – 104,767 miles
  • 2012 – 99,363 miles
  • 2011 – 90,161 miles
  • 2010 – 85,360 miles
  • 2009 – 79,420 miles
  • 2008 – 69,739 miles
  • 2007 – 61,603 miles
  • 2006 – 52,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail123,783 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail123,783 miles (+3,177)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,783 miles
    Test number
    403479919367
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,606 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,606 miles
    Test number
    540355787251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,466 miles
    Test number
    616815473700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,466 miles (+737)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,466 miles
    Test number
    223455174502
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,729 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,729 miles
    Test number
    545927330345
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail117,729 miles (+156)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,729 miles
    Test number
    520734089851
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass117,573 miles (+228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    117,573 miles
    Test number
    540338401794
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass117,345 miles (+173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    117,345 miles
    Test number
    143123828439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass117,172 miles (+514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    117,172 miles
    Test number
    592260822839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass116,658 miles (+635)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    630316282144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,023 miles (+1,017)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,023 miles
    Test number
    915108362878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,006 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,006 miles
    Test number
    870810756275
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

  13. Fail115,006 miles (+3,272)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,006 miles
    Test number
    850272922074
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint from arm to sub frame (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint from arm to sub frame (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

  14. Pass111,734 miles (+3,981)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    111,734 miles
    Test number
    463075964460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass107,753 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    107,753 miles
    Test number
    112963298274
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  16. Fail107,744 miles (+2,977)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,744 miles
    Test number
    643854212018
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 Michelin (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault AIR BAG (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing on inne rtread edge

  17. Pass104,767 miles (+1,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,767 miles
    Test number
    318195464263
    • 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)

  18. Fail103,631 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    916147404042
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass103,631 miles (+4,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    957067404044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass99,363 miles (+9,202)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    99,363 miles
    Test number
    178753752397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,161 miles (+4,801)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    90,161 miles
    Test number
    597870331366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass85,360 miles (+5,940)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    85,360 miles
    Test number
    561521830331
    • NoteAll rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

  23. Pass79,420 miles (+9,681)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    79,420 miles
    Test number
    470293559358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,739 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,739 miles
    Test number
    301787758392
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOSF tyre worn on inner edge

  25. Pass69,739 miles (+8,136)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    69,739 miles
    Test number
    802777358371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOSF tyre worn on inner edge

  26. Pass61,603 miles (+9,298)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,603 miles
    Test number
    421155457170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth front seat belts slow to retract
    • NoteWipers poor

  27. Fail52,305 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,305 miles
    Test number
    102491436189
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  28. Pass52,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,305 miles
    Test number
    562391436159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y276 CCW

Does Y276 CCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y276 CCW is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y276 CCW?
The MOT on Y276 CCW is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y276 CCW done?
Y276 CCW was recorded at 123,783 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 3,499 miles a year.
Has Y276 CCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y276 CCW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y276 CCW 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 Y276 CCW find?
Y276 CCW failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside front headlamp not working on dipped beam; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front, and 3 more.

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