
BMW 3 Series
Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc
Y283 UGHMOT history
Y283 UGH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 160,959 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 16 Oct 2026
- Mileage
- 160,959 mi
- At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
- MOT tests
- 20
- 14 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 4,741 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y283 UGH
- 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
- 5 Apr 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Oct 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y283 UGH was last recorded at 160,959 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 1,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 159,891 miles · 5 Jun 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 1,068 miles
- Average per year
- 4,741 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 160,959 miles
- 2024 – 159,891 miles
- 2021 – 158,032 miles
- 2019 – 155,925 miles
- 2017 – 153,843 miles
- 2016 – 148,200 miles
- 2015 – 139,016 miles
- 2013 – 131,759 miles
- 2012 – 128,685 miles
- 2011 – 123,522 miles
- 2009 – 119,447 miles
- 2008 – 110,333 miles
- 2006 – 81,233 miles
- 2005 – 66,439 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' and zone B (8.3.1a)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Full MOT history
20 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass160,959 miles (+1,068)2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 160,959 miles
- Test number
- 850492086727
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass159,891 miles (+2)2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 159,891 miles
- Test number
- 512866105048
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Fail159,889 miles (+1,857)2 major2 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 159,889 miles
- Test number
- 587300866302
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S rear, O/S rear and O/S front. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass158,032 miles (+2,107)3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 158,032 miles
- Test number
- 941107503439
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On limit (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On limit (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass155,925 miles (+1)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 155,925 miles
- Test number
- 665380320399
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Fail155,924 miles (+2,081)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 155,924 miles
- Test number
- 601026991343
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass153,843 miles (+5,643)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 153,843 miles
- Test number
- 832727212044
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' and zone B (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (3.7.B.3)
Pass148,200 miles (+1)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 148,200 miles
- Test number
- 473228356598
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D shape bushes (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisorySteering rack inner joint's slight play.
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' and zone B (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)
Fail148,199 miles (+9,183)2 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,199 miles
- Test number
- 200702910076
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D shape bushes (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisorySteering rack inner joint's slight play.
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' and zone B (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)
Pass139,016 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 139,016 miles
- Test number
- 148384615051
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail139,016 miles (+7,257)1 failure6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,016 miles
- Test number
- 647383715093
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass131,759 miles (+3,074)2 advisories6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 131,759 miles
- Test number
- 515143253395
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteBoth front T/C/A Bushes weak.
- NoteBoth front brake discs rusty/pitted.
- NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroded.
- NoteBoth rear shocks corroded, top mounts have wear.
- NoteChips in windscreen.
- NoteSlight oil leak.
Pass128,685 miles (+5,163)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 128,685 miles
- Test number
- 125102032354
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass123,522 miles (+4,075)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 123,522 miles
- Test number
- 536932911030
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass119,447 miles (+48)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 119,447 miles
- Test number
- 931808239397
- AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail119,399 miles (+9,066)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,399 miles
- Test number
- 420135939459
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
- FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass110,333 miles (+29,100)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 110,333 miles
- Test number
- 791384538299
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,233 miles (+20)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 81,233 miles
- Test number
- 264470016350
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail81,213 miles (+14,774)1 failure1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,213 miles
- Test number
- 110117506338
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteUndertray
Pass66,439 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 66,439 miles
- Test number
- 571463315380
- NoteFront number plate faded
Questions about Y283 UGH
- Does Y283 UGH currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y283 UGH expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y283 UGH?
- The MOT on Y283 UGH expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y283 UGH done?
- Y283 UGH was recorded at 160,959 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 4,741 miles a year.
- Has Y283 UGH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y283 UGH has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on Y283 UGH 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 UGH find?
- Y283 UGH passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.
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