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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y283 UGCMOT history

Y283 UGC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 145,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

Y283 UGC blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2025
Mileage
145,830 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y283 UGC
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
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y283 UGC was last recorded at 145,830 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 4,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,936 miles · 6 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,894 miles
Average per year
5,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,830 miles
  • 2024 – 140,936 miles
  • 2023 – 138,153 miles
  • 2021 – 135,218 miles
  • 2020 – 129,286 miles
  • 2019 – 120,440 miles
  • 2018 – 114,961 miles
  • 2017 – 107,368 miles
  • 2016 – 104,540 miles
  • 2015 – 96,932 miles
  • 2014 – 87,909 miles
  • 2013 – 80,245 miles
  • 2012 – 73,775 miles
  • 2011 – 67,606 miles
  • 2010 – 66,104 miles
  • 2009 – 64,234 miles
  • 2008 – 60,292 miles
  • 2007 – 55,281 miles
  • 2006 – 48,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,830 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,830 miles (+4,894)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,830 miles
    Test number
    170059968225
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,936 miles (+2,783)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    140,936 miles
    Test number
    551465189569
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass138,153 miles (+2,935)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    138,153 miles
    Test number
    931194316490
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass135,218 miles4 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    135,218 miles
    Test number
    542500168577
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

  5. Fail135,218 miles (+5,932)1 dangerous2 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,218 miles
    Test number
    936609973806
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass129,286 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,286 miles
    Test number
    270157593702
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIl on

  7. Fail129,286 miles (+8,846)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,286 miles
    Test number
    686125989071
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIl on

  8. Pass120,440 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,440 miles
    Test number
    866183956442
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail120,440 miles (+5,479)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,440 miles
    Test number
    123231684130
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass114,961 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,961 miles
    Test number
    234943053900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail114,957 miles (+7,589)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,957 miles
    Test number
    751547193796
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass107,368 miles (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,368 miles
    Test number
    552220468903
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail107,355 miles (+2,815)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,355 miles
    Test number
    119776212778
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass104,540 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    104,540 miles
    Test number
    436461024703
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner side wall split (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail104,535 miles (+7,603)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,535 miles
    Test number
    589005843639
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner side wall split (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass96,932 miles (+9,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,932 miles
    Test number
    238938148442
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass87,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    87,909 miles
    Test number
    937299804339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,909 miles (+7,664)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,909 miles
    Test number
    895908404328
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass80,245 miles (+6,470)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,245 miles
    Test number
    517571013396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,775 miles (+6,169)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,775 miles
    Test number
    648140502341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,606 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    67,606 miles
    Test number
    328544311344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,104 miles (+1,870)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,104 miles
    Test number
    120790020319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,234 miles (+3,942)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    64,234 miles
    Test number
    323210489493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,292 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    60,292 miles
    Test number
    644769728379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,246 miles (+4,965)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,246 miles
    Test number
    210429018373
    • 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)

  26. Pass55,281 miles (+6,392)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,281 miles
    Test number
    773924437385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    48,889 miles
    Test number
    771844256341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,889 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,889 miles
    Test number
    190104456334
    • 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)

Questions about Y283 UGC

Does Y283 UGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y283 UGC expired on 5 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y283 UGC?
The MOT on Y283 UGC expired on 5 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y283 UGC done?
Y283 UGC was recorded at 145,830 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 5,183 miles a year.
Has Y283 UGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y283 UGC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y283 UGC 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 UGC find?
Y283 UGC failed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps; offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 3 more.

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