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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y298 JARMOT history

Y298 JAR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 197,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2022.

Y298 JAR 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 11 Mar 2023
Mileage
197,348 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 JAR
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
10 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 JAR was last recorded at 197,348 miles on 5 Mar 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,345 miles · 4 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 197,348 miles
  • 2021 – 192,325 miles
  • 2020 – 186,719 miles
  • 2019 – 180,488 miles
  • 2018 – 173,908 miles
  • 2017 – 164,935 miles
  • 2016 – 155,794 miles
  • 2015 – 146,160 miles
  • 2014 – 133,376 miles
  • 2013 – 127,896 miles
  • 2012 – 123,037 miles
  • 2011 – 118,650 miles
  • 2010 – 112,245 miles
  • 2009 – 106,648 miles
  • 2008 – 95,004 miles
  • 2007 – 83,214 miles
  • 2006 – 67,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,348 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,348 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    197,348 miles
    Test number
    666968048465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail197,345 miles (+5,020)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,345 miles
    Test number
    756789536886
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass192,325 miles (+5,606)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    192,325 miles
    Test number
    457375842988
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material poor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  4. Pass186,719 miles (+6,231)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    186,719 miles
    Test number
    886437361169
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides poor (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material poor (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass180,488 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    180,488 miles
    Test number
    400707127066
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront flexible brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertray damaged

  6. Fail180,488 miles (+6,580)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,488 miles
    Test number
    173478513032
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront flexible brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertray damaged

  7. Pass173,908 miles (+8,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    173,908 miles
    Test number
    288275094917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass164,935 miles (+9,141)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    164,935 miles
    Test number
    233503898216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass155,794 miles (+9,634)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    155,794 miles
    Test number
    599543573499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,160 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    146,160 miles
    Test number
    676771575069
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePad wear light on,play in steering rack,slightly low handbrake efficiency from o/s/r brake.

  11. Fail146,157 miles (+12,781)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,157 miles
    Test number
    668741155065
    • DangerousFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePad wear light on,play in steering rack,slightly low handbrake efficiency from o/s/r/brake.

  12. Pass133,376 miles3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    133,376 miles
    Test number
    399997034036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteDamp in ns head light
    • NoteNsr wheel inner rim damaged
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on edges
    • NoteSlight damage on osf tyre side wall
    • NoteSome wear on discs
    • NoteWater in ns spot light

  13. Fail133,376 miles (+5,480)6 failures1 repaired3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,376 miles
    Test number
    626414234064
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteDamp in ns head light
    • NoteNsr wheel inner rim damaged
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on edges
    • NoteSlight damage on osf tyre side wall
    • NoteSome wear on discs
    • NoteWater in ns spot light

  14. Pass127,896 miles (+4,859)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    127,896 miles
    Test number
    835391713059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass123,037 miles (+4,387)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    123,037 miles
    Test number
    486634002047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass118,650 miles (+36)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    118,650 miles
    Test number
    679034921047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSteering rack slight play.

  17. Fail118,614 miles (+6,369)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,614 miles
    Test number
    498421621065
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass112,245 miles (+5,597)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    112,245 miles
    Test number
    492385200056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,648 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    106,648 miles
    Test number
    913374429095
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail106,648 miles (+199)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,648 miles
    Test number
    483874229050
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Fail106,449 miles (+11,445)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,449 miles
    Test number
    563106919091
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Fail95,004 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,004 miles
    Test number
    190819328094
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass95,004 miles (+11,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    95,004 miles
    Test number
    541529228048
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass83,214 miles (+16,002)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    83,214 miles
    Test number
    933066727001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,212 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    67,212 miles
    Test number
    122070036056
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail67,212 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,212 miles
    Test number
    300100336059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y298 JAR

Does Y298 JAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 JAR expired on 11 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 JAR?
The MOT on Y298 JAR expired on 11 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 JAR done?
Y298 JAR was recorded at 197,348 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2022, an average of 8,086 miles a year.
Has Y298 JAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 JAR has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y298 JAR 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 Y298 JAR find?
Y298 JAR passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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