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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y2 CHYMOT history

Y2 CHY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 75,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

Y2 CHY silver 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 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
75,255 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 CHY
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
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 CHY was last recorded at 75,255 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 4,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,899 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,356 miles
Average per year
1,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,255 miles
  • 2025 – 70,899 miles
  • 2024 – 66,382 miles
  • 2022 – 60,261 miles
  • 2021 – 60,220 miles
  • 2020 – 60,213 miles
  • 2019 – 60,210 miles
  • 2018 – 60,192 miles
  • 2017 – 60,171 miles
  • 2016 – 60,114 miles
  • 2015 – 60,060 miles
  • 2014 – 60,012 miles
  • 2013 – 58,826 miles
  • 2012 – 54,463 miles
  • 2011 – 53,937 miles
  • 2010 – 53,633 miles
  • 2009 – 53,258 miles
  • 2008 – 52,255 miles
  • 2007 – 46,509 miles
  • 2006 – 39,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,255 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,255 miles (+4,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    75,255 miles
    Test number
    802012709144
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass70,899 miles (+4,517)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,899 miles
    Test number
    984713382968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    66,382 miles
    Test number
    633225860078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail66,381 miles (+6,120)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,381 miles
    Test number
    744161584736
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass60,261 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,261 miles
    Test number
    344168097419
    • AdvisoryM.i.l illuminated

  6. Pass60,220 miles (+4)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    60,220 miles
    Test number
    732149662389
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail60,216 miles (+3)1 dangerous2 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,216 miles
    Test number
    140830635622
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass60,213 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    60,213 miles
    Test number
    981948890406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass60,210 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,210 miles
    Test number
    308395003070
    • AdvisoryAll Suspension,Steering & Suspension Components Showing Signs Of Corrosion.

  10. Pass60,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    60,192 miles
    Test number
    535116480881
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe nuts corroding. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail60,191 miles (+20)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,191 miles
    Test number
    786801955236
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe nuts corroding. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass60,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,171 miles
    Test number
    193030523114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,171 miles (+57)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,171 miles
    Test number
    206897177944
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass60,114 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,114 miles
    Test number
    745887090729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail60,114 miles (+54)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,114 miles
    Test number
    650005513560
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass60,060 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,060 miles
    Test number
    951681558286
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail60,060 miles (+48)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,060 miles
    Test number
    165727475372
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass60,012 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,012 miles
    Test number
    748324524319
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail60,012 miles (+1,186)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,012 miles
    Test number
    807842524309
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass58,826 miles (+28)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,826 miles
    Test number
    549866113355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres nowstarting to perish

  21. Fail58,798 miles (+4,335)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,798 miles
    Test number
    357480913376
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres nowstarting to perish

  22. Pass54,463 miles (+526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    54,463 miles
    Test number
    929943032311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass53,937 miles (+304)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,937 miles
    Test number
    655893631398
    • NoteNsf tyre pressure low

  24. Pass53,633 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,633 miles
    Test number
    592077720382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,632 miles (+374)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,632 miles
    Test number
    213706320316
    • DangerousNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass53,258 miles (+1,003)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    53,258 miles
    Test number
    984160839385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,255 miles (+5,746)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    52,255 miles
    Test number
    331692028352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,509 miles (+7,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,509 miles
    Test number
    594747377155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass39,222 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,222 miles
    Test number
    470213446241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass39,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,123 miles
    Test number
    782484416231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail39,123 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,123 miles
    Test number
    331913116242
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about Y2 CHY

Does Y2 CHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y2 CHY is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y2 CHY?
The MOT on Y2 CHY is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y2 CHY done?
Y2 CHY was recorded at 75,255 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 1,846 miles a year.
Has Y2 CHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 CHY has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y2 CHY 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 CHY find?
Y2 CHY passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge.

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