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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y282 NJHMOT history

Y282 NJH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 97,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

Y282 NJH 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 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
97,658 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y282 NJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y282 NJH was last recorded at 97,658 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 6,239 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,419 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,239 miles
Average per year
2,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,658 miles
  • 2025 – 91,419 miles
  • 2023 – 90,741 miles
  • 2022 – 87,912 miles
  • 2021 – 85,308 miles
  • 2020 – 82,685 miles
  • 2019 – 79,846 miles
  • 2018 – 78,551 miles
  • 2017 – 76,580 miles
  • 2016 – 71,202 miles
  • 2015 – 64,377 miles
  • 2014 – 60,002 miles
  • 2013 – 57,011 miles
  • 2012 – 54,255 miles
  • 2011 – 51,780 miles
  • 2010 – 51,095 miles
  • 2009 – 48,839 miles
  • 2008 – 47,617 miles
  • 2007 – 46,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,658 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,658 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    97,658 miles
    Test number
    665111352066
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail97,658 miles (+6,239)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,658 miles
    Test number
    581793172443
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass91,419 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    91,419 miles
    Test number
    507218436279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail91,419 miles (+678)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,419 miles
    Test number
    709184903362
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass90,741 miles (+2,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,741 miles
    Test number
    473620406820
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass87,912 miles (+2,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    633390700225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  7. Pass85,308 miles (+2,623)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,308 miles
    Test number
    143692679931
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass82,685 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    82,685 miles
    Test number
    519307622562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,634 miles (+2,788)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,634 miles
    Test number
    245148697095
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass79,846 miles (+1,295)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,846 miles
    Test number
    642885802126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,551 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,551 miles
    Test number
    899682213347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,580 miles (+5,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,580 miles
    Test number
    792872587832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  13. Pass71,202 miles (+6,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,202 miles
    Test number
    603730591288
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
  14. Pass64,377 miles (+4,375)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,377 miles
    Test number
    225719825045
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass60,002 miles (+2,991)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,002 miles
    Test number
    906041634052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,011 miles (+2,756)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,011 miles
    Test number
    736359123076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,255 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,255 miles
    Test number
    416423822008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,243 miles (+2,463)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,243 miles
    Test number
    946530222036
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cracks appearing in tread.
  19. Pass51,780 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,780 miles
    Test number
    569115721058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,095 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    51,095 miles
    Test number
    181941620077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,839 miles
    Test number
    521846219086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,839 miles (+1,222)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,839 miles
    Test number
    754506119008
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  23. Pass47,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,617 miles
    Test number
    932024518013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail47,617 miles (+1,218)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,617 miles
    Test number
    993594518089
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  25. Pass46,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,399 miles
    Test number
    572500637072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,399 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,399 miles
    Test number
    824610437076
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about Y282 NJH

Does Y282 NJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y282 NJH is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y282 NJH?
The MOT on Y282 NJH is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y282 NJH done?
Y282 NJH was recorded at 97,658 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 2,619 miles a year.
Has Y282 NJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y282 NJH has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y282 NJH 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 Y282 NJH find?
Y282 NJH passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front coil spring corroded; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides, and 1 more.

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