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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y2 OOYMOT history

Y2 OOY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 37 MOT tests, with 78,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

Y2 OOY blue 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 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
78,594 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
37
22 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 OOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 OOY was last recorded at 78,594 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,592 miles · 30 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,594 miles
  • 2025 – 77,979 miles
  • 2024 – 72,825 miles
  • 2023 – 67,829 miles
  • 2022 – 63,073 miles
  • 2021 – 58,207 miles
  • 2020 – 55,452 miles
  • 2019 – 54,444 miles
  • 2018 – 52,920 miles
  • 2017 – 52,050 miles
  • 2016 – 51,674 miles
  • 2015 – 51,182 miles
  • 2014 – 50,808 miles
  • 2013 – 50,177 miles
  • 2012 – 48,639 miles
  • 2011 – 44,410 miles
  • 2010 – 39,679 miles
  • 2009 – 38,663 miles
  • 2008 – 37,457 miles
  • 2007 – 37,234 miles
  • 2006 – 31,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,594 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

37 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,594 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    78,594 miles
    Test number
    122998539657
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail78,592 miles (+613)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,592 miles
    Test number
    803504377085
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps not fitted (4.4.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass77,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    77,979 miles
    Test number
    773869586225
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,979 miles (+5,154)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,979 miles
    Test number
    921039801355
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,825 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    72,825 miles
    Test number
    842393820942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail72,824 miles (+4,995)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,824 miles
    Test number
    940300171148
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both side (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass67,829 miles (+4,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    67,829 miles
    Test number
    519050949945
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both side

  8. Pass63,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    63,073 miles
    Test number
    599228184066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,073 miles (+4,866)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,073 miles
    Test number
    558283762390
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorObligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

  10. Pass58,207 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    58,207 miles
    Test number
    363980067684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,452 miles (+1,008)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,452 miles
    Test number
    977021995748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (rear) wishbone (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))

  12. Pass54,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,444 miles
    Test number
    352353844016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,444 miles (+1,524)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,444 miles
    Test number
    461165301951
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass52,920 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,920 miles
    Test number
    642446150862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,863 miles (+813)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,863 miles
    Test number
    285677740176
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass52,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    52,050 miles
    Test number
    696507260168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,050 miles (+376)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,050 miles
    Test number
    795862161405
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass51,674 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,674 miles
    Test number
    537757515041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail51,673 miles (+491)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,673 miles
    Test number
    156394372956
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass51,182 miles (+374)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,182 miles
    Test number
    359750295144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs lipped
    • NoteNearside rear number plate cover missing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low in tread and cracking on wall

  21. Pass50,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,808 miles
    Test number
    927365094179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,808 miles (+631)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,808 miles
    Test number
    496085594145
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  23. Pass50,177 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,177 miles
    Test number
    827896573133
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  24. Fail50,177 miles (+1,538)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,177 miles
    Test number
    779495273191
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  25. Pass48,639 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    48,639 miles
    Test number
    425502002260
    • NoteAir bag light on

  26. Fail48,639 miles (+4,229)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,639 miles
    Test number
    329661202401
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  27. Pass44,410 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,410 miles
    Test number
    485836971197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail44,270 miles (+4,591)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,270 miles
    Test number
    875629461103
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  29. Pass39,679 miles (+1,016)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,679 miles
    Test number
    424423490123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass38,663 miles (+1,206)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,663 miles
    Test number
    760937199164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,457 miles
    Test number
    250372388462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail37,457 miles (+223)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,457 miles
    Test number
    682820888134
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  33. Pass37,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,234 miles
    Test number
    793141587128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail37,234 miles (+5,878)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,234 miles
    Test number
    732828177115
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  35. Pass31,356 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,356 miles
    Test number
    821734976131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass29,405 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,405 miles
    Test number
    881128936026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail29,231 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,231 miles
    Test number
    681373506087
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about Y2 OOY

Does Y2 OOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y2 OOY is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y2 OOY?
The MOT on Y2 OOY is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y2 OOY done?
Y2 OOY was recorded at 78,594 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,408 miles a year.
Has Y2 OOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 OOY has failed 15 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y2 OOY 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 OOY find?
Y2 OOY passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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