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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,990 cc

Y281 EPRMOT history

Y281 EPR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 146,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

Y281 EPR 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 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
146,109 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 EPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 EPR was last recorded at 146,109 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 2,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,598 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,511 miles
Average per year
5,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,109 miles
  • 2025 – 143,598 miles
  • 2024 – 141,459 miles
  • 2023 – 139,107 miles
  • 2022 – 136,430 miles
  • 2021 – 133,295 miles
  • 2020 – 130,243 miles
  • 2019 – 125,677 miles
  • 2018 – 120,098 miles
  • 2017 – 114,612 miles
  • 2016 – 106,540 miles
  • 2015 – 97,640 miles
  • 2014 – 90,212 miles
  • 2013 – 83,594 miles
  • 2012 – 79,414 miles
  • 2011 – 74,327 miles
  • 2010 – 69,487 miles
  • 2009 – 63,838 miles
  • 2008 – 55,885 miles
  • 2007 – 49,086 miles
  • 2006 – 42,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,109 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside parking brake lower effortRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,109 miles (+2,511)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    146,109 miles
    Test number
    922756067592
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake lower effort

  2. Pass143,598 miles (+2,139)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,598 miles
    Test number
    761483538465
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake lower effort
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass141,459 miles (+2,352)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    141,459 miles
    Test number
    508332217948
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  4. Pass139,107 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    139,107 miles
    Test number
    510839023610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail139,107 miles (+2,677)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,107 miles
    Test number
    578107723039
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,430 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    136,430 miles
    Test number
    320047757438
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail136,430 miles (+3,135)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,430 miles
    Test number
    289232369091
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass133,295 miles (+58)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    133,295 miles
    Test number
    397503032914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail133,237 miles (+2,994)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,237 miles
    Test number
    184160004053
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass130,243 miles (+55)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    130,243 miles
    Test number
    861296998460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail130,188 miles (+4,511)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,188 miles
    Test number
    233757069477
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass125,677 miles (+5,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,677 miles
    Test number
    260019727893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass120,098 miles (+5,486)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,098 miles
    Test number
    126955144342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,612 miles
    Test number
    228723638287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  15. Fail114,612 miles (+8,072)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,612 miles
    Test number
    138618649868
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  16. Pass106,540 miles (+8,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,540 miles
    Test number
    850238076951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing feels slightly rough when rotated

  17. Pass97,640 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,640 miles
    Test number
    128237725250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front and Nearside rear tyres perrished

  18. Fail97,640 miles (+7,428)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,640 miles
    Test number
    305576425447
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper 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 Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front and Nearside rear tyres perrished

  19. Pass90,212 miles (+6,618)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    90,212 miles
    Test number
    605947724286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/S/F , O/S/F and N/S/R tyres are perishing on sidewalls.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass83,594 miles (+4,180)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    83,594 miles
    Test number
    519379433228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,414 miles (+5,087)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    586275532315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail74,327 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,327 miles
    Test number
    348554451368
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass74,327 miles (+4,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,327 miles
    Test number
    749744751343
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass69,487 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    69,487 miles
    Test number
    793815750311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Fail69,487 miles (+5,649)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,487 miles
    Test number
    924875150366
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass63,838 miles (+7,953)1 dangerous6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    63,838 miles
    Test number
    381843819348
    • DangerousNail in offside front tyre
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOuter sills have plastic covers over them canot check outer sills

  27. Pass55,885 miles (+1,708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    55,885 miles
    Test number
    731785218387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass54,177 miles (+5,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    54,177 miles
    Test number
    983131368169
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass49,086 miles (+6,831)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,086 miles
    Test number
    961156057170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass42,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,255 miles
    Test number
    803701856174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail42,255 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,255 miles
    Test number
    992781656151
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about Y281 EPR

Does Y281 EPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 EPR is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y281 EPR?
The MOT on Y281 EPR is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 EPR done?
Y281 EPR was recorded at 146,109 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 5,161 miles a year.
Has Y281 EPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 EPR has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y281 EPR 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 Y281 EPR find?
Y281 EPR passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated splitting; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both, and 6 more.

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