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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y287 MBNMOT history

Y287 MBN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 169,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2022.

Y287 MBN blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2023
Mileage
169,944 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y287 MBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y287 MBN was last recorded at 169,944 miles on 28 Feb 2022, 2,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,914 miles · 3 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
2,030 miles
Average per year
6,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 169,944 miles
  • 2020 – 167,914 miles
  • 2019 – 159,171 miles
  • 2018 – 156,188 miles
  • 2017 – 147,401 miles
  • 2016 – 143,660 miles
  • 2015 – 140,978 miles
  • 2014 – 137,555 miles
  • 2013 – 125,773 miles
  • 2012 – 110,657 miles
  • 2011 – 102,233 miles
  • 2010 – 94,347 miles
  • 2009 – 88,221 miles
  • 2008 – 82,637 miles
  • 2007 – 76,351 miles
  • 2006 – 73,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,944 miles
  • AdvisoryNo rear seats fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,944 miles (+2,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    169,944 miles
    Test number
    850831867840
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass167,914 miles (+8,743)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    167,914 miles
    Test number
    569468292391
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted

  3. Pass159,171 miles (+2,983)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    159,171 miles
    Test number
    623212483342
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass156,188 miles (+7)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    156,188 miles
    Test number
    919664551172
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail156,181 miles (+8,780)2 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,181 miles
    Test number
    940734230211
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass147,401 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    147,401 miles
    Test number
    708692331715
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryREAR NUMBER PLATE FADING
    • AdvisorySTONE CHIP IN ZONE A BUT LESS THAN 10MM

  7. Fail147,390 miles (+3,730)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,390 miles
    Test number
    575394565115
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryREAR NUMBER PLATE FADING
    • AdvisorySTONE CHIP IN ZONE A BUT LESS THAN 10MM

  8. Pass143,660 miles (+2,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    143,660 miles
    Test number
    946825166061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass140,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    140,978 miles
    Test number
    595257925269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail140,978 miles (+3,423)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,978 miles
    Test number
    475065625220
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass137,555 miles (+11,782)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    137,555 miles
    Test number
    619440974167
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded
    • NoteIndicators turning white
    • NoteRear tyres on limit
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel

  12. Pass125,773 miles (+15,116)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    125,773 miles
    Test number
    499560473106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,657 miles (+8,424)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    110,657 miles
    Test number
    796295512134
    • 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r metal brake pipes corroded

  14. Pass102,233 miles (+7,886)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    605659101182
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded (rear)
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension/steering components (front and rear axle)
    • NoteExhaust joints and support brackets corroded
    • NoteFront discs pitted (inner)
    • NoteOil light on

  15. Pass94,347 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,347 miles
    Test number
    843610810144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Fail94,347 miles (+6,126)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,347 miles
    Test number
    671340310111
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass88,221 miles (+9)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    88,221 miles
    Test number
    444921929154
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyres low on tread

  18. Fail88,212 miles (+5,575)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,212 miles
    Test number
    673118619105
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyres low on tread

  19. Pass82,637 miles (+6,286)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    82,637 miles
    Test number
    292000438192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass76,351 miles (+2,734)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,351 miles
    Test number
    672084617144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,617 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,617 miles
    Test number
    941552236146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass73,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    73,617 miles
    Test number
    973502236155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y287 MBN

Does Y287 MBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y287 MBN expired on 27 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y287 MBN?
The MOT on Y287 MBN expired on 27 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y287 MBN done?
Y287 MBN was recorded at 169,944 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2022, an average of 6,097 miles a year.
Has Y287 MBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y287 MBN has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on Y287 MBN 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 Y287 MBN find?
Y287 MBN passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: no rear seats fitted; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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