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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y286 RSOMOT history

Y286 RSO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 133,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

Y286 RSO silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
133,785 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y286 RSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y286 RSO was last recorded at 133,785 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,780 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,785 miles
  • 2019 – 133,534 miles
  • 2018 – 131,917 miles
  • 2017 – 130,276 miles
  • 2016 – 128,548 miles
  • 2015 – 126,008 miles
  • 2014 – 119,924 miles
  • 2013 – 113,002 miles
  • 2012 – 106,484 miles
  • 2011 – 100,166 miles
  • 2010 – 94,862 miles
  • 2009 – 89,516 miles
  • 2008 – 84,550 miles
  • 2007 – 78,812 miles
  • 2006 – 70,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,785 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,785 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    133,785 miles
    Test number
    499943841898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail133,780 miles (+246)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,780 miles
    Test number
    644778405430
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle misfire and overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass133,534 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,534 miles
    Test number
    934906650336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,534 miles (+1,617)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,534 miles
    Test number
    944053420694
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,917 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    131,917 miles
    Test number
    904942130428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  6. Fail131,917 miles (+1,641)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,917 miles
    Test number
    425838057024
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Pass130,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    130,276 miles
    Test number
    229883680277
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail130,276 miles (+1,728)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,276 miles
    Test number
    307405036576
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass128,548 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    128,548 miles
    Test number
    757110383566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOff side inner steering rack joint worn

  10. Fail128,539 miles (+2,531)2 failures2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,539 miles
    Test number
    843725488076
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOff side inner steering rack joint worn

  11. Pass126,008 miles (+50)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    126,008 miles
    Test number
    457603305182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail125,958 miles (+6,034)8 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,958 miles
    Test number
    817720995080
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side rear tyre inner side wall split

  13. Pass119,924 miles6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,924 miles
    Test number
    796325884040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWindscreen washers getting weak

  14. Fail119,924 miles (+6,922)2 failures6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,924 miles
    Test number
    369044184083
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWindscreen washers getting weak

  15. Pass113,002 miles (+6,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    113,002 miles
    Test number
    525456383032
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  16. Pass106,484 miles (+146)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    106,484 miles
    Test number
    849173292030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have thorns in them
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail106,338 miles (+6,172)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,338 miles
    Test number
    179803482437
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have thorns in them
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass100,166 miles (+5,304)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    100,166 miles
    Test number
    317380891097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass94,862 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    94,862 miles
    Test number
    190159260447
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/S/F Brake application slightly uneven not considered excessive
    • NoteO/S/F Brake application slightly uneven not considered excessive

  20. Fail94,862 miles (+5,346)3 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,862 miles
    Test number
    882718860048
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/S/F Brake application slightly uneven not considered excessive
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S/F Brake application slightly uneven not considered excessive

  21. Pass89,516 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,516 miles
    Test number
    181012289020
    • AdvisoryFront front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyres splitting on sidewalls

  22. Fail89,516 miles (+4,966)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,516 miles
    Test number
    510982789070
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyres splitting on sidewalls

  23. Pass84,550 miles (+5,738)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    84,550 miles
    Test number
    484247188066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    78,812 miles
    Test number
    302335997092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail78,812 miles (+7,944)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,812 miles
    Test number
    590035797038
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  26. Pass70,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    70,868 miles
    Test number
    803866796098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y286 RSO

Does Y286 RSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y286 RSO is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y286 RSO?
The MOT on Y286 RSO is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y286 RSO done?
Y286 RSO was recorded at 133,785 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 3,100 miles a year.
Has Y286 RSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y286 RSO has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y286 RSO 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 RSO find?
Y286 RSO passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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