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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y286 DKCMOT history

Y286 DKC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 69,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

Y286 DKC silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
69,903 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y286 DKC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y286 DKC was last recorded at 69,903 miles on 14 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Mar 2012: 66,962 miles, lower than 67,261 miles on 21 Mar 2011.
  • 17 Mar 2015: 67,101 miles, lower than 68,392 miles on 13 Mar 2014.
  • 14 Mar 2017: 67,071 miles, lower than 67,214 miles on 15 Mar 2016.
  • 31 Mar 2020: 67,624 miles, lower than 68,859 miles on 5 Apr 2019.
  • 11 Sept 2020: 67,239 miles, lower than 67,624 miles on 31 Mar 2020.
  • 10 Sept 2021: 67,173 miles, lower than 67,239 miles on 11 Sept 2020.
  • 20 Jun 2025: 70,059 miles, lower than 74,482 miles on 31 Jul 2024.
  • 14 Sept 2026: 69,903 miles, lower than 70,147 miles on 24 Jun 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
70,147 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Average per year
1,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,903 miles
  • 2025 – 70,147 miles
  • 2024 – 74,482 miles
  • 2023 – 67,210 miles
  • 2022 – 67,188 miles
  • 2021 – 67,173 miles
  • 2020 – 67,239 miles
  • 2019 – 68,859 miles
  • 2018 – 67,116 miles
  • 2017 – 67,099 miles
  • 2016 – 67,214 miles
  • 2015 – 67,101 miles
  • 2014 – 68,392 miles
  • 2013 – 67,382 miles
  • 2012 – 66,962 miles
  • 2011 – 67,261 miles
  • 2010 – 63,250 miles
  • 2009 – 57,090 miles
  • 2008 – 51,171 miles
  • 2007 – 44,231 miles
  • 2006 – 37,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,903 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING POINT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass69,903 miles (-244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    69,903 miles
    Test number
    895656667264
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass70,147 miles (+88)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    70,147 miles
    Test number
    216234870768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail70,059 miles (-4,423)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,059 miles
    Test number
    585160406146
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass74,482 miles (+7,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    74,482 miles
    Test number
    587583850472
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass67,210 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,210 miles
    Test number
    366773853242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,188 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    67,188 miles
    Test number
    457178179667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,184 miles (+11)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,184 miles
    Test number
    515051047484
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass67,173 miles (-66)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,173 miles
    Test number
    417679131577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass67,239 miles (-385)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    948291722514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,624 miles (-1,235)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    67,624 miles
    Test number
    745522903915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,859 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    68,859 miles
    Test number
    650080353981
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail68,829 miles (+1,713)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,829 miles
    Test number
    779593035248
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass67,116 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,116 miles
    Test number
    565204127880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass67,099 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,099 miles
    Test number
    491062173409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  15. Fail67,071 miles (-143)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,071 miles
    Test number
    964567849831
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass67,214 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,214 miles
    Test number
    497057411806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,101 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,101 miles
    Test number
    959637875094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre in poor condition
    • NoteO/s/r tyre in very poor condition

  18. Fail67,101 miles (-1,291)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,101 miles
    Test number
    139356575419
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre in poor condition
    • NoteO/s/r tyre in very poor condition

  19. Pass68,392 miles (+1,010)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,392 miles
    Test number
    667712674079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre staring to wear on inner edge

  20. Pass67,382 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,382 miles
    Test number
    316891583077
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken

  21. Fail67,382 miles (+420)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,382 miles
    Test number
    398899173041
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken

  22. Pass66,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,962 miles
    Test number
    355641382087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,962 miles (-299)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,962 miles
    Test number
    357581282045
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass67,261 miles (+4,011)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,261 miles
    Test number
    125560581069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyes worn on inner edges

  25. Pass63,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    63,250 miles
    Test number
    112400970431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,249 miles (+6,159)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,249 miles
    Test number
    172000370468
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre wornt on inner and outter edge

  27. Pass57,090 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,090 miles
    Test number
    402679069083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,085 miles (+5,914)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,085 miles
    Test number
    541175369067
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass51,171 miles (+6,940)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,171 miles
    Test number
    763566648085
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight play in front wishbone bushes

  30. Pass44,231 miles (+6,669)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,231 miles
    Test number
    650278167015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,562 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,562 miles
    Test number
    630026866090
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y286 DKC

Does Y286 DKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y286 DKC is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y286 DKC?
The MOT on Y286 DKC is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y286 DKC done?
Y286 DKC was recorded at 69,903 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 1,576 miles a year.
Has Y286 DKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y286 DKC has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y286 DKC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 8 times, first on 21 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y286 DKC find?
Y286 DKC passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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