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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y293 WGCMOT history

Y293 WGC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 94,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

Y293 WGC silver 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 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
94,379 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y293 WGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y293 WGC was last recorded at 94,379 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,379 miles · 24 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,379 miles
  • 2020 – 92,535 miles
  • 2019 – 90,842 miles
  • 2018 – 87,842 miles
  • 2017 – 85,896 miles
  • 2016 – 74,435 miles
  • 2015 – 56,436 miles
  • 2014 – 48,936 miles
  • 2013 – 46,778 miles
  • 2012 – 43,088 miles
  • 2011 – 39,863 miles
  • 2010 – 36,733 miles
  • 2009 – 33,799 miles
  • 2008 – 30,225 miles
  • 2007 – 26,142 miles
  • 2005 – 20,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,379 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,379 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,379 miles
    Test number
    493810845444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail94,379 miles (+1,844)3 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,379 miles
    Test number
    958093989187
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass92,535 miles (+1,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,535 miles
    Test number
    322994296020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass90,842 miles (+3,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,842 miles
    Test number
    844296802166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,842 miles (+1,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,842 miles
    Test number
    134703260668
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass85,896 miles (+11,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    85,896 miles
    Test number
    244736997885
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass74,435 miles (+17,999)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    74,435 miles
    Test number
    260041834956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,436 miles (+7,500)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,436 miles
    Test number
    158412485084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,936 miles (+2,158)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,936 miles
    Test number
    807923374027
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  10. Pass46,778 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,778 miles
    Test number
    228129173001
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate is deteriorating
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front wheel

  11. Fail46,778 miles (+3,690)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,778 miles
    Test number
    475649573035
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate is deteriorating
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front wheel

  12. Fail43,088 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,088 miles
    Test number
    269523272057
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriating

  13. Pass43,088 miles (+3,225)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,088 miles
    Test number
    388313872041
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriating

  14. Pass39,863 miles (+3,130)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,863 miles
    Test number
    955893281082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light staying on

  15. Fail36,733 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,733 miles
    Test number
    364284480052
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on the outer edge

  16. Pass36,733 miles (+2,934)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,733 miles
    Test number
    393204980006
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on the outer edge

  17. Pass33,799 miles (+3,574)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,799 miles
    Test number
    833516979034
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight movement in the offside front TCA bush

  18. Pass30,225 miles (+4,083)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,225 miles
    Test number
    192741498014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,142 miles (+5,300)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,142 miles
    Test number
    890265067076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    20,842 miles
    Test number
    493556885203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y293 WGC

Does Y293 WGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y293 WGC expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y293 WGC?
The MOT on Y293 WGC expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y293 WGC done?
Y293 WGC was recorded at 94,379 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 4,516 miles a year.
Has Y293 WGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y293 WGC has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y293 WGC 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 Y293 WGC find?
Y293 WGC passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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