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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,997 cc

Y28 BLKMOT history

Y28 BLK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 123,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

Y28 BLK black 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 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
123,541 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y28 BLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y28 BLK was last recorded at 123,541 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,527 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
9,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,541 miles
  • 2024 – 114,065 miles
  • 2023 – 102,238 miles
  • 2022 – 88,053 miles
  • 2021 – 77,662 miles
  • 2020 – 65,795 miles
  • 2019 – 50,500 miles
  • 2018 – 45,420 miles
  • 2017 – 36,650 miles
  • 2016 – 27,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,541 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,541 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    123,541 miles
    Test number
    449737161363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,527 miles (+9,462)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,527 miles
    Test number
    770421337747
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Pass114,065 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    114,065 miles
    Test number
    571947076055
    • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail114,065 miles (+60)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,065 miles
    Test number
    162313538495
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Fail114,005 miles (+11,767)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,005 miles
    Test number
    284862578352
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass102,238 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,238 miles
    Test number
    434548938819
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  7. Fail102,238 miles (+690)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,238 miles
    Test number
    635788583155
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  8. Fail101,548 miles (+13,495)5 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,548 miles
    Test number
    822301575629
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/35/19 showing ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to suspension wear (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning illuminated on dash board
  9. Pass88,053 miles (+10,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,053 miles
    Test number
    284306130698
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  10. Pass77,662 miles (+11,867)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,662 miles
    Test number
    629115600558
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam patterns are dim.
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All four. Tyres are also stretched on the wheels (5.2.3 (f))
  11. Pass65,795 miles (+15,295)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,795 miles
    Test number
    795553694221
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  12. Pass50,500 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    50,500 miles
    Test number
    887291072174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,420 miles (+8,770)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,420 miles
    Test number
    762300302463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    273134646138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,650 miles (+8,747)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    403432380355
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  16. Pass27,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    27,903 miles
    Test number
    898781707432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y28 BLK

Does Y28 BLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y28 BLK is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y28 BLK?
The MOT on Y28 BLK is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y28 BLK done?
Y28 BLK was recorded at 123,541 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 9,273 miles a year.
Has Y28 BLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y28 BLK has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y28 BLK 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 Y28 BLK find?
Y28 BLK passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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