
BMW 3 Series
Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc
Y291 OANMOT history
Y291 OAN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 122,627 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 122,627 mi
- At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 34
- 21 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 4,524 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y291 OAN
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,494 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 1 Mar 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y291 OAN was last recorded at 122,627 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 122,112 miles · 15 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 515 miles
- Average per year
- 4,524 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 122,627 miles
- 2025 – 122,112 miles
- 2024 – 121,354 miles
- 2023 – 120,044 miles
- 2022 – 118,259 miles
- 2021 – 115,927 miles
- 2020 – 105,237 miles
- 2019 – 101,458 miles
- 2018 – 100,494 miles
- 2017 – 97,503 miles
- 2016 – 91,977 miles
- 2015 – 84,011 miles
- 2014 – 78,044 miles
- 2013 – 71,248 miles
- 2012 – 65,405 miles
- 2011 – 57,488 miles
- 2010 – 52,632 miles
- 2009 – 47,074 miles
- 2008 – 40,264 miles
- 2007 – 34,866 miles
- 2006 – 29,815 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working
Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Rear Coil spring corroded both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018
Full MOT history
34 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass122,627 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 122,627 miles
- Test number
- 676146058315
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail122,626 miles (+514)3 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,626 miles
- Test number
- 870288807806
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass122,112 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 122,112 miles
- Test number
- 722120140032
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive engine coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail122,111 miles (+757)3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,111 miles
- Test number
- 154924834798
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive engine coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass121,354 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 121,354 miles
- Test number
- 559199666798
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail121,352 miles (+1,308)4 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 121,352 miles
- Test number
- 809925419388
- MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass120,044 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 120,044 miles
- Test number
- 822377927375
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack inner joint (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail120,042 miles (+1,783)2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,042 miles
- Test number
- 435061841567
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack inner joint (2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack inner joint (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass118,259 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 118,259 miles
- Test number
- 146009028264
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail118,259 miles (+2,332)2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,259 miles
- Test number
- 463554071614
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass115,927 miles (+10,690)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 115,927 miles
- Test number
- 667553139012
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Pass105,237 miles (+78)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 105,237 miles
- Test number
- 766173521123
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail105,159 miles (+3,701)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,159 miles
- Test number
- 203990329159
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass101,458 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 101,458 miles
- Test number
- 710498840023
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail101,457 miles (+963)2 dangerous1 major1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,457 miles
- Test number
- 245281945981
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to front (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to front (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass100,494 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 100,494 miles
- Test number
- 773478176642
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail100,494 miles (+2,991)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,494 miles
- Test number
- 647577350978
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass97,503 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 97,503 miles
- Test number
- 125181396749
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (1.1.A.3f)
Fail97,503 miles (+5,526)2 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,503 miles
- Test number
- 805541546750
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (1.1.A.3f)
Pass91,977 miles (+7,966)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 91,977 miles
- Test number
- 742348241377
- AdvisoryBoth Front brake hoses are perished
- AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
- AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes are corroded
- AdvisoryRear coil springs are rusty
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
Pass84,011 miles8 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 84,011 miles
- Test number
- 288040005126
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBrake reaction bushes are soft
- NoteFront anti roll bar d bushes have slight play
- NoteFront brake hoses perished
- NoteGearbox oil leak
- NoteN/s/r shock rusty
- NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
Fail84,011 miles (+5,967)1 failure8 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,011 miles
- Test number
- 347610305140
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBrake reaction bushes are soft
- NoteFront anti roll bar d bushes have slight play
- NoteFront brake hoses perished
- NoteGearbox oil leak
- NoteN/s/r shock rusty
- NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
Pass78,044 miles3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 78,044 miles
- Test number
- 356489674026
- AdvisoryFront Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail78,044 miles (+6,796)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,044 miles
- Test number
- 645979574028
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryFront Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass71,248 miles (+5,843)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 71,248 miles
- Test number
- 157518673496
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass65,405 miles (+7,917)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 65,405 miles
- Test number
- 189379372092
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass57,488 miles (+4,856)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 57,488 miles
- Test number
- 245766471075
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass52,632 miles (+195)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 52,632 miles
- Test number
- 370544200175
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail52,437 miles (+5,363)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,437 miles
- Test number
- 214897690055
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass47,074 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 47,074 miles
- Test number
- 593008299032
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNail in offside front tyre
Fail47,067 miles (+6,803)3 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,067 miles
- Test number
- 124803199083
- FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNail in offside front tyre
Pass40,264 miles (+5,398)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 40,264 miles
- Test number
- 132992098490
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass34,866 miles (+5,051)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 34,866 miles
- Test number
- 423249577021
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,815 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 29,815 miles
- Test number
- 140392986015
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y291 OAN
- Does Y291 OAN currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y291 OAN is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y291 OAN?
- The MOT on Y291 OAN is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y291 OAN done?
- Y291 OAN was recorded at 122,627 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 4,524 miles a year.
- Has Y291 OAN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y291 OAN has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y291 OAN 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 Y291 OAN find?
- Y291 OAN passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; fluid leak, but not excessive coolant; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 6 more.
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