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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 3,246 cc

Y286 FUPMOT history

Y286 FUP is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 30 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 122,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

Y286 FUP silver 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 Nov 2026
Mileage
122,423 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y286 FUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y286 FUP was last recorded at 122,423 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,416 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,423 miles
  • 2021 – 122,032 miles
  • 2016 – 121,960 miles
  • 2015 – 121,302 miles
  • 2014 – 109,253 miles
  • 2013 – 104,780 miles
  • 2012 – 98,490 miles
  • 2011 – 89,924 miles
  • 2010 – 85,056 miles
  • 2009 – 76,498 miles
  • 2008 – 68,044 miles
  • 2007 – 57,615 miles
  • 2006 – 49,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,423 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner + outer ball joints (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,423 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    122,423 miles
    Test number
    982992938047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,416 miles (+384)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,416 miles
    Test number
    735789626016
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

  3. Pass122,032 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,032 miles
    Test number
    399496339409
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail122,030 miles (+70)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,030 miles
    Test number
    496401451875
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass121,960 miles (+658)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    121,960 miles
    Test number
    990716774048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,302 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    121,302 miles
    Test number
    198852597451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner + outer ball joints (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail121,300 miles (+12,047)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,300 miles
    Test number
    654833535950
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device obviously defective Arm snapped on o/s/f (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords + outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner + outer ball joints (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass109,253 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    109,253 miles
    Test number
    717937184223
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres cracking
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut no cords exposed
    • NoteSome brake pipes are covered not allowing full inspection of pipes

  9. Fail109,253 miles (+4,473)3 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,253 miles
    Test number
    969906984246
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres cracking
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut no cords exposed
    • NoteSome brake pipes are covered not allowing full inspection of pipes

  10. Pass104,780 miles (+6,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    104,780 miles
    Test number
    937159113223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass98,490 miles (+8,566)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,490 miles
    Test number
    375565812417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    89,924 miles
    Test number
    268707121220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,924 miles (+4,868)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,924 miles
    Test number
    276407321211
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass85,056 miles (+8,558)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    85,056 miles
    Test number
    281187000269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,498 miles
    Test number
    582278909200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,498 miles (+8,454)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,498 miles
    Test number
    214094709291
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres starting to deteriate.
    • NoteAdvise rear discs
    • NoteAdvise rear pads

  17. Pass68,044 miles (+10,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,044 miles
    Test number
    161543708236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass57,615 miles (+8,376)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,615 miles
    Test number
    734377207277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,239 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,239 miles
    Test number
    144183776139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,234 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    423172776155
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y286 FUP

Does Y286 FUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y286 FUP is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y286 FUP?
The MOT on Y286 FUP is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y286 FUP done?
Y286 FUP was recorded at 122,423 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 3,774 miles a year.
Has Y286 FUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y286 FUP has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y286 FUP 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 Y286 FUP find?
Y286 FUP passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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