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BMW 735

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 3,498 cc

Y2 BMCMOT history

Y2 BMC is a green petrol BMW 735 first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 169,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
169,495 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 BMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
735
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 BMC was last recorded at 169,495 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 9,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,758 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,737 miles
Average per year
5,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 169,495 miles
  • 2024 – 159,758 miles
  • 2021 – 148,292 miles
  • 2019 – 143,451 miles
  • 2018 – 138,892 miles
  • 2017 – 135,361 miles
  • 2016 – 129,120 miles
  • 2013 – 125,527 miles
  • 2012 – 120,494 miles
  • 2010 – 114,296 miles
  • 2009 – 103,266 miles
  • 2008 – 96,958 miles
  • 2007 – 82,170 miles
  • 2006 – 69,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,495 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe has some corrosion in placesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,495 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    169,495 miles
    Test number
    964022011881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe has some corrosion in places

  2. FailMileage not read4 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    845592782802
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFuel hose leaking Fuel filler hose to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp is not working
    • AdvisoryFuel filler hose has heavy deteriaortion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is at 3 mm tread depth
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is heavily worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a nail in the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a nail in the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre is worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe has some corrosion in places

  3. Pass159,758 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    159,758 miles
    Test number
    917547094154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    727033290070
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    697398254737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    887671790661
    • DangerousRear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  7. Pass148,292 miles (+4,841)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    148,292 miles
    Test number
    625012253062
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass143,451 miles (+4,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,451 miles
    Test number
    663292289829
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass138,892 miles (+3,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    138,892 miles
    Test number
    961434076868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  10. Pass135,361 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    135,361 miles
    Test number
    897362529209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail135,351 miles (+6,231)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,351 miles
    Test number
    115119909356
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass129,120 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    129,120 miles
    Test number
    159197887281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail129,119 miles (+3,592)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,119 miles
    Test number
    625742023889
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass125,527 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    125,527 miles
    Test number
    567774103392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass120,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    120,494 miles
    Test number
    597935032340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail120,494 miles (+6,198)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,494 miles
    Test number
    475355132469
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass114,296 miles (+11,030)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    114,296 miles
    Test number
    204670420487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,266 miles (+6,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    103,266 miles
    Test number
    480975609170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass96,958 miles (+14,788)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    96,958 miles
    Test number
    910722318128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,170 miles (+13,100)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    82,170 miles
    Test number
    143422897095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    69,070 miles
    Test number
    741664296003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y2 BMC

Does Y2 BMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y2 BMC is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y2 BMC?
The MOT on Y2 BMC is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y2 BMC done?
Y2 BMC was recorded at 169,495 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 5,108 miles a year.
Has Y2 BMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 BMC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y2 BMC 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 Y2 BMC find?
Y2 BMC passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear, and 4 more.

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