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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

Y2 ETCMOT history

Y2 ETC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 168,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

Y2 ETC black 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 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
168,305 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 ETC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
7 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 ETC was last recorded at 168,305 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 17,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,403 miles · 22 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
17,902 miles
Average per year
13,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,305 miles
  • 2024 – 150,403 miles
  • 2023 – 144,344 miles
  • 2022 – 136,375 miles
  • 2021 – 128,609 miles
  • 2020 – 120,739 miles
  • 2019 – 97,269 miles
  • 2018 – 69,930 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,305 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 3 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,305 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    168,305 miles
    Test number
    977430580250
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,305 miles (+17,902)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,305 miles
    Test number
    902305654310
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,403 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,403 miles
    Test number
    121564354898
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  4. Fail150,403 miles (+6,059)2 dangerous13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,403 miles
    Test number
    170974210489
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  5. Pass144,344 miles (+7,969)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    144,344 miles
    Test number
    723190952255
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  6. Pass136,375 miles (+7,766)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    136,375 miles
    Test number
    724536920086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,609 miles (+184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    128,609 miles
    Test number
    365157796148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail128,425 miles (+7,686)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,425 miles
    Test number
    328125989854
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass120,739 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,739 miles
    Test number
    628977474554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shocker guitar split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops perishing but not split

  10. Fail120,739 miles (+23,470)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,739 miles
    Test number
    577146704212
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shocker guitar split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops perishing but not split

  11. Pass97,269 miles (+27,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,269 miles
    Test number
    237075012348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass69,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,930 miles
    Test number
    495008023441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y2 ETC

Does Y2 ETC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y2 ETC is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y2 ETC?
The MOT on Y2 ETC is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y2 ETC done?
Y2 ETC was recorded at 168,305 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 13,293 miles a year.
Has Y2 ETC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 ETC has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y2 ETC 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 ETC find?
Y2 ETC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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