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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y2 NBWMOT history

Y2 NBW is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 132,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

Y2 NBW 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 13 May 2027
Mileage
132,196 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 NBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 NBW was last recorded at 132,196 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,922 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,274 miles
Average per year
4,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,196 miles
  • 2025 – 130,922 miles
  • 2024 – 123,312 miles
  • 2023 – 116,921 miles
  • 2022 – 113,122 miles
  • 2020 – 112,772 miles
  • 2019 – 110,878 miles
  • 2018 – 108,518 miles
  • 2017 – 104,755 miles
  • 2016 – 99,685 miles
  • 2015 – 93,660 miles
  • 2014 – 87,980 miles
  • 2013 – 84,676 miles
  • 2012 – 79,872 miles
  • 2011 – 75,936 miles
  • 2010 – 69,971 miles
  • 2009 – 64,841 miles
  • 2008 – 59,587 miles
  • 2007 – 54,165 miles
  • 2006 – 49,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,196 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges + small cut inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Corrosion forming both inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,196 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    132,196 miles
    Test number
    765559614237
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges + small cut inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal

  2. Fail132,196 miles (+1,274)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,196 miles
    Test number
    941627388244
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges + small cut inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal

  3. Pass130,922 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    130,922 miles
    Test number
    784847496463
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming both inner sills

  4. Fail130,912 miles (+7,600)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,912 miles
    Test number
    421427263775
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming both inner sills

  5. Pass123,312 miles (+6,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    123,312 miles
    Test number
    818080628917
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass116,921 miles (+27)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,921 miles
    Test number
    531549383537
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail116,894 miles (+3,772)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,894 miles
    Test number
    191976515442
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,122 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,122 miles
    Test number
    606191560068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    112,772 miles
    Test number
    779445118941
    • AdvisoryUnder trays,sill covers and engine cover fitted

  10. Fail112,772 miles (+1,894)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,772 miles
    Test number
    310562652921
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays,sill covers and engine cover fitted

  11. Pass110,878 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,878 miles
    Test number
    139262618310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail110,878 miles (+2,360)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,878 miles
    Test number
    474464252448
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass108,518 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    108,518 miles
    Test number
    396423526073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel bearing slightly rough
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail108,518 miles (+3,763)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,518 miles
    Test number
    443784350602
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel bearing slightly rough
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass104,755 miles (+5,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    104,755 miles
    Test number
    987567635017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre sidewalls damaged

  16. Pass99,685 miles (+6,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    99,685 miles
    Test number
    471629425343
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass93,660 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    93,660 miles
    Test number
    678240575095
    • NoteCut in offside front tyre

  18. Fail93,660 miles (+5,680)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,660 miles
    Test number
    207240975093
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCut in offside front tyre

  19. Pass87,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    87,980 miles
    Test number
    297240194086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail87,980 miles (+3,304)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,980 miles
    Test number
    558297684035
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass84,676 miles (+4,804)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    84,676 miles
    Test number
    179089623153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMovement in front ball joints // play in front suspension arm rear bushes near limit // play in n/s/f anti roll bar link // damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall
    • NoteRear shock dust covers loose

  22. Pass79,872 miles (+3,936)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    79,872 miles
    Test number
    657685132142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,936 miles (+5,965)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,936 miles
    Test number
    788026731196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    69,971 miles
    Test number
    192607930133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail69,971 miles (+5,130)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,971 miles
    Test number
    532567730130
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass64,841 miles (+5,254)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,841 miles
    Test number
    210393239165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,587 miles (+5,422)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,587 miles
    Test number
    310376938170
    • NoteFront arm rear bushes showing signs of perishing
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

  28. Pass54,165 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,165 miles
    Test number
    720472947150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass49,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,825 miles
    Test number
    710532636199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y2 NBW

Does Y2 NBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y2 NBW is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y2 NBW?
The MOT on Y2 NBW is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y2 NBW done?
Y2 NBW was recorded at 132,196 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 4,117 miles a year.
Has Y2 NBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 NBW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y2 NBW 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 NBW find?
Y2 NBW passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly twisted; central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in underseal; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edges + small cut inner sidewall, and 4 more.

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