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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y279 OPVMOT history

Y279 OPV is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 144,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2025.

Y279 OPV blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2026
Mileage
144,619 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 OPV
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
22 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 OPV was last recorded at 144,619 miles on 2 Oct 2025, 16,963 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,656 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
16,963 miles
Average per year
4,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,619 miles
  • 2024 – 127,656 miles
  • 2022 – 127,509 miles
  • 2019 – 126,906 miles
  • 2018 – 123,546 miles
  • 2017 – 119,281 miles
  • 2016 – 106,467 miles
  • 2015 – 103,736 miles
  • 2014 – 101,951 miles
  • 2013 – 93,238 miles
  • 2012 – 87,149 miles
  • 2011 – 83,438 miles
  • 2010 – 78,860 miles
  • 2009 – 73,595 miles
  • 2008 – 67,411 miles
  • 2007 – 62,333 miles
  • 2006 – 53,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,619 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front brake binding slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,619 miles (+16,963)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    144,619 miles
    Test number
    454325354676
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded

  2. Pass127,656 miles (+147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    127,656 miles
    Test number
    742776851018
    • 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))

  3. Pass127,509 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    127,509 miles
    Test number
    813005842632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,906 miles (+3,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,906 miles
    Test number
    541546752263
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass123,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    123,546 miles
    Test number
    963160691634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,546 miles (+4,265)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,546 miles
    Test number
    224508468212
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass119,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,281 miles
    Test number
    189057231288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail119,281 miles (+12,814)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,281 miles
    Test number
    967900533044
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass106,467 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,467 miles
    Test number
    215591376599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Fail106,467 miles (+2,731)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,467 miles
    Test number
    217780913660
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  11. Pass103,736 miles (+1,785)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,736 miles
    Test number
    238819915136
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing on edges cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing on edges, cracks in tread and outer wall worn

  12. Pass101,951 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,951 miles
    Test number
    595890834151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail101,950 miles (+8,712)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,950 miles
    Test number
    116949324182
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass93,238 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,238 miles
    Test number
    285218333140
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs rusty and worn on inner surfaces
    • NoteSlight movement in offside rear upper suspension bush

  15. Fail93,237 miles (+6,088)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,237 miles
    Test number
    415947433176
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs rusty and worn on inner surfaces
    • NoteSlight movement in offside rear upper suspension bush

  16. Pass87,149 miles (+4)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,149 miles
    Test number
    799550442117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded and pitted on inner faces
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  17. Fail87,145 miles (+3,707)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,145 miles
    Test number
    296016332176
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded and pitted on inner faces
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  18. Pass83,438 miles (+4,578)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,438 miles
    Test number
    615785821111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,860 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    78,860 miles
    Test number
    791924830186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,798 miles (+5,203)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,798 miles
    Test number
    252777820408
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass73,595 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,595 miles
    Test number
    982286939127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,554 miles (+6,143)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,554 miles
    Test number
    420005139172
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass67,411 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,411 miles
    Test number
    263132728420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,333 miles (+8,588)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,333 miles
    Test number
    252154437441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    53,745 miles
    Test number
    293298436475
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail53,745 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,745 miles
    Test number
    404498936184
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y279 OPV

Does Y279 OPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 OPV expired on 3 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 OPV?
The MOT on Y279 OPV expired on 3 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 OPV done?
Y279 OPV was recorded at 144,619 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2025, an average of 4,690 miles a year.
Has Y279 OPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 OPV has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2018.
Has the mileage on Y279 OPV 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 Y279 OPV find?
Y279 OPV passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front wheel arch corroded.

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