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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y284 PRDMOT history

Y284 PRD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 48,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

Y284 PRD blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
48,548 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y284 PRD
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
27 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y284 PRD was last recorded at 48,548 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 5,871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,677 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,871 miles
Average per year
1,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,548 miles
  • 2025 – 42,677 miles
  • 2024 – 33,813 miles
  • 2023 – 28,164 miles
  • 2022 – 27,970 miles
  • 2021 – 27,377 miles
  • 2020 – 26,880 miles
  • 2019 – 26,775 miles
  • 2018 – 26,668 miles
  • 2017 – 25,777 miles
  • 2016 – 25,030 miles
  • 2015 – 24,410 miles
  • 2014 – 23,791 miles
  • 2013 – 23,571 miles
  • 2012 – 23,456 miles
  • 2011 – 23,212 miles
  • 2010 – 22,917 miles
  • 2009 – 22,258 miles
  • 2008 – 20,838 miles
  • 2007 – 19,308 miles
  • 2006 – 17,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,548 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone B (35mm)

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak and level on minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass48,548 miles (+5,871)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    48,548 miles
    Test number
    406640386265
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass42,677 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    42,677 miles
    Test number
    942648203709
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone B (35mm) (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak and level on minimum (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail42,672 miles (+8,859)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,672 miles
    Test number
    387564466775
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb not in headlight fully (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone B (35mm) (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak and level on minimum (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass33,813 miles (+5,649)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    33,813 miles
    Test number
    694792302150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass28,164 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    28,164 miles
    Test number
    201282761395
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail28,164 miles (+194)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,164 miles
    Test number
    627780519915
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass27,970 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    27,970 miles
    Test number
    180293231906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail27,870 miles (+493)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,870 miles
    Test number
    357728987428
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass27,377 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    27,377 miles
    Test number
    167556146968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,880 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,880 miles
    Test number
    352621969894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass26,775 miles (+107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    26,775 miles
    Test number
    389390593904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wall perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass26,668 miles (+891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    26,668 miles
    Test number
    422005460289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass25,777 miles (+747)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    25,777 miles
    Test number
    968250820486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,030 miles (+620)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    25,030 miles
    Test number
    433425965410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,410 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    24,410 miles
    Test number
    598138405023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,791 miles (+220)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    23,791 miles
    Test number
    915308504041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,571 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    23,571 miles
    Test number
    649530113042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,456 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    23,456 miles
    Test number
    166430512079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,212 miles (+295)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,212 miles
    Test number
    198118111425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted
  20. Pass22,917 miles (+659)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,917 miles
    Test number
    921811610092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,258 miles (+1,420)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,258 miles
    Test number
    390613919072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting corroded
  22. Pass20,838 miles (+1,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,838 miles
    Test number
    111294718462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass19,308 miles (+1,514)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,308 miles
    Test number
    982823117085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    17,794 miles
    Test number
    160660426092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y284 PRD

Does Y284 PRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y284 PRD is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y284 PRD?
The MOT on Y284 PRD is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y284 PRD done?
Y284 PRD was recorded at 48,548 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 1,538 miles a year.
Has Y284 PRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y284 PRD has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y284 PRD 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 Y284 PRD find?
Y284 PRD passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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