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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y281 FUPMOT history

Y281 FUP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 178,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2024.

Y281 FUP blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2025
Mileage
178,955 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 FUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 FUP was last recorded at 178,955 miles on 24 Jul 2024, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,940 miles · 2 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
7,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 178,955 miles
  • 2023 – 174,754 miles
  • 2022 – 167,995 miles
  • 2021 – 163,954 miles
  • 2020 – 160,201 miles
  • 2019 – 156,185 miles
  • 2018 – 151,579 miles
  • 2017 – 144,397 miles
  • 2016 – 135,229 miles
  • 2015 – 128,756 miles
  • 2014 – 121,840 miles
  • 2013 – 114,227 miles
  • 2012 – 103,930 miles
  • 2011 – 93,544 miles
  • 2010 – 82,817 miles
  • 2009 – 74,679 miles
  • 2008 – 65,629 miles
  • 2007 – 58,014 miles
  • 2006 – 51,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,955 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,955 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    178,955 miles
    Test number
    455942572337
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail178,940 miles (+4,186)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,940 miles
    Test number
    425658553933
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass174,754 miles (+6,759)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    174,754 miles
    Test number
    817842248965
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass167,995 miles (+4,041)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    167,995 miles
    Test number
    318105730417
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear(front section) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear(front section) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass163,954 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    163,954 miles
    Test number
    182354216547
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail163,954 miles (+3,753)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,954 miles
    Test number
    353899011533
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass160,201 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    160,201 miles
    Test number
    738574829564
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear(front) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear(front) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail160,201 miles (+4,016)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,201 miles
    Test number
    404133964042
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear(front) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear(front) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass156,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    156,185 miles
    Test number
    607225217808
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail156,185 miles (+4,606)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,185 miles
    Test number
    877285468474
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass151,579 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    151,579 miles
    Test number
    618260866274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail151,579 miles (+7,182)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,579 miles
    Test number
    687989114971
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass144,397 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    144,397 miles
    Test number
    374997379354
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail144,397 miles (+9,168)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,397 miles
    Test number
    610245177047
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass135,229 miles (+6,473)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    135,229 miles
    Test number
    190700375318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass128,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    128,756 miles
    Test number
    838709165140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail128,756 miles (+6,916)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,756 miles
    Test number
    739098365129
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  18. Pass121,840 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    121,840 miles
    Test number
    228008544450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail121,840 miles (+7,613)2 dangerous3 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,840 miles
    Test number
    239747044420
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s wiper toen

  20. Pass114,227 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,227 miles
    Test number
    188507373158
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail114,227 miles (+10,297)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,227 miles
    Test number
    139786873101
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass103,930 miles (+10,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,930 miles
    Test number
    955459872198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass93,544 miles (+10,727)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    93,544 miles
    Test number
    269137661160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass82,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,817 miles
    Test number
    201173150493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail82,817 miles (+8,138)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,817 miles
    Test number
    600283050105
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass74,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,679 miles
    Test number
    114460479147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail74,679 miles (+9,050)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,679 miles
    Test number
    690477669156
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass65,629 miles (+7,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,629 miles
    Test number
    120756368165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass58,014 miles (+6,330)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,014 miles
    Test number
    374727967174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass51,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,684 miles
    Test number
    571872676186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 FUP

Does Y281 FUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 FUP expired on 23 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 FUP?
The MOT on Y281 FUP expired on 23 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 FUP done?
Y281 FUP was recorded at 178,955 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2024, an average of 7,035 miles a year.
Has Y281 FUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 FUP has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y281 FUP 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 FUP find?
Y281 FUP passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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