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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y303 XBKMOT history

Y303 XBK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 165,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2025.

Y303 XBK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2026
Mileage
165,422 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y303 XBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y303 XBK was last recorded at 165,422 miles on 26 Jun 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,421 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 165,422 miles
  • 2024 – 162,730 miles
  • 2023 – 160,056 miles
  • 2022 – 157,429 miles
  • 2021 – 154,548 miles
  • 2019 – 149,661 miles
  • 2018 – 146,067 miles
  • 2017 – 144,654 miles
  • 2016 – 144,565 miles
  • 2015 – 140,901 miles
  • 2014 – 137,528 miles
  • 2013 – 124,991 miles
  • 2012 – 111,737 miles
  • 2011 – 107,486 miles
  • 2010 – 99,857 miles
  • 2009 – 90,180 miles
  • 2008 – 79,885 miles
  • 2006 – 75,720 miles
  • 2005 – 67,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,422 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryInner sills corroded at rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear diff leakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch not workingRecorded 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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive diff area

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Fuel cap seal starting to split

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,422 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    165,422 miles
    Test number
    331879137509
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch not working
  2. Fail165,421 miles (+2,691)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,421 miles
    Test number
    111707181087
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch not working
  3. Pass162,730 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    162,730 miles
    Test number
    194061607796
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch not working, suggest having this serviced
  4. Fail162,729 miles (+2,673)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,729 miles
    Test number
    327099903181
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch not working, suggest having this serviced
  5. Pass160,056 miles (+2,627)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    160,056 miles
    Test number
    798606888486
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged just passes (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split. just passes
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch faulty , suggest having this repaired
  6. Pass157,429 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    157,429 miles
    Test number
    433432096653
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both on sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split, suggest having this replaced asap.
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff, suggest having this repaired asap
  7. Fail157,427 miles (+2,879)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,427 miles
    Test number
    122524667522
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both on sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split, suggest having this replaced asap.
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff, suggest having this repaired asap
  8. Pass154,548 miles (+1)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    154,548 miles
    Test number
    866661373660
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively just passing (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split
  9. Fail154,547 miles (+4,886)4 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,547 miles
    Test number
    392848535782
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split to cord (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split
  10. Pass149,661 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    149,661 miles
    Test number
    470143385746
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material just passes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate lens missing
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split
    • AdvisoryPower steering slightly noisy , suggest having this checked
  11. Fail149,661 miles (+3,594)12 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,661 miles
    Test number
    608130261016
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material just passes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split
    • AdvisoryPower steering slightly noisy , suggest having this checked
  12. Pass146,067 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    146,067 miles
    Test number
    473046390170
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake low
  13. Fail146,067 miles (+1,413)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,067 miles
    Test number
    614903664032
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake low
  14. Pass144,654 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    144,654 miles
    Test number
    906405724296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass144,565 miles (+3,664)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    144,565 miles
    Test number
    564793930235
    • AdvisorySlight play at front anti roll bar bushes
    • AdvisorySlight play at offside front droplink
    • AdvisorySlight play at steering column
  16. Pass140,901 miles (+3,373)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    140,901 miles
    Test number
    539439615232
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNsr alloy wheel has been repaired
  17. Pass137,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    137,528 miles
    Test number
    276953214278
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Fail137,527 miles (+12,536)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,527 miles
    Test number
    505723614256
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass124,991 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    124,991 miles
    Test number
    315976003400
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Fail124,991 miles (+13,254)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,991 miles
    Test number
    368943103283
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass111,737 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,737 miles
    Test number
    968884162107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine management light on
  22. Fail111,731 miles (+4,245)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,731 miles
    Test number
    247013362152
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteNearside front and offside front suspension arm inner bushes have slight movement
  23. Pass107,486 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    107,486 miles
    Test number
    857288581004
    • NoteSlight play in steering offside front
  24. Fail107,486 miles (+7,629)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,486 miles
    Test number
    896088481046
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSlight play in steering offside front
  25. Pass99,857 miles (+9,677)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    99,857 miles
    Test number
    140614080497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on inside edge
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall
    • NoteOff-side front fog light glass broken
    • NoteRear inner brake pads appear to be wearing low
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate
  26. Pass90,180 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    90,180 miles
    Test number
    461889489023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail90,172 miles (+10,287)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,172 miles
    Test number
    842084089072
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate
  28. Pass79,885 miles (+4,165)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    79,885 miles
    Test number
    904067238087
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner tread edge.
  29. Pass75,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    75,720 miles
    Test number
    133609746353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail75,720 miles (+8,659)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,720 miles
    Test number
    591638046330
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  31. Pass67,061 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    67,061 miles
    Test number
    370390245399
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brakes imbalanced (200n/s - 150o/s)

Questions about Y303 XBK

Does Y303 XBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y303 XBK expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y303 XBK?
The MOT on Y303 XBK expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y303 XBK done?
Y303 XBK was recorded at 165,422 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2025, an average of 5,030 miles a year.
Has Y303 XBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y303 XBK has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y303 XBK 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 Y303 XBK find?
Y303 XBK passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 5 more.

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