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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y283 MJHMOT history

Y283 MJH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 110,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

Y283 MJH 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 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
110,706 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,696 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y283 MJH
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
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y283 MJH was last recorded at 110,706 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,158 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
548 miles
Average per year
2,696 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,706 miles
  • 2025 – 110,158 miles
  • 2022 – 108,043 miles
  • 2016 – 107,431 miles
  • 2015 – 105,907 miles
  • 2014 – 104,248 miles
  • 2013 – 102,563 miles
  • 2012 – 100,507 miles
  • 2011 – 97,782 miles
  • 2010 – 89,880 miles
  • 2009 – 76,270 miles
  • 2008 – 67,323 miles
  • 2006 – 56,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,706 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Possible wheel bearing/ differential noise. Requires further investigation

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    110,706 miles
    Test number
    748178628830
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Possible wheel bearing/ differential noise. Requires further investigation

  2. Fail110,706 miles (+548)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,706 miles
    Test number
    345099303675
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Possible wheel bearing/ differential noise. Requires further investigation

  3. Pass110,158 miles (+2,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,158 miles
    Test number
    671343315838
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass108,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,043 miles
    Test number
    208416872400
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail108,043 miles (+612)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,043 miles
    Test number
    425621118550
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,431 miles (+1,524)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    107,431 miles
    Test number
    921496010260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,907 miles (+1,659)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,907 miles
    Test number
    834181164347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,248 miles (+1,685)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,248 miles
    Test number
    315247194440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,563 miles (+2,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,563 miles
    Test number
    765575493289
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass100,507 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    100,507 miles
    Test number
    308557292261
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  11. Fail100,507 miles (+2,725)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,507 miles
    Test number
    368627392206
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  12. Pass97,782 miles (+2,294)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    97,782 miles
    Test number
    595277891210
    • NoteBoth front tyres...

  13. Pass95,488 miles (+5,608)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    95,488 miles
    Test number
    209212431071
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteUnder tray fitted

  14. Pass89,880 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    89,880 miles
    Test number
    504199840026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,867 miles (+13,597)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,867 miles
    Test number
    263978140064
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass76,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    76,270 miles
    Test number
    254173049076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,270 miles (+8,947)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,270 miles
    Test number
    872753249098
    • Repaired at testInner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass67,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,323 miles
    Test number
    990613448022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail67,323 miles (+10,337)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,323 miles
    Test number
    751317138068
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass56,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,986 miles
    Test number
    380071256442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,986 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,986 miles
    Test number
    711130456260
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Questions about Y283 MJH

Does Y283 MJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y283 MJH is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y283 MJH?
The MOT on Y283 MJH is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y283 MJH done?
Y283 MJH was recorded at 110,706 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 2,696 miles a year.
Has Y283 MJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y283 MJH has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y283 MJH 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 Y283 MJH find?
Y283 MJH passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point; rear possible wheel bearing/ differential noise. requires further investigation.

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