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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y304 ECYMOT history

Y304 ECY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 92,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

Y304 ECY silver 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 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
92,040 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y304 ECY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y304 ECY was last recorded at 92,040 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,004 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
3,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,040 miles
  • 2024 – 90,861 miles
  • 2023 – 89,176 miles
  • 2022 – 87,370 miles
  • 2021 – 85,325 miles
  • 2020 – 83,278 miles
  • 2019 – 81,245 miles
  • 2018 – 76,355 miles
  • 2017 – 72,638 miles
  • 2016 – 67,813 miles
  • 2015 – 65,242 miles
  • 2014 – 62,471 miles
  • 2013 – 58,867 miles
  • 2012 – 54,702 miles
  • 2011 – 49,053 miles
  • 2010 – 45,511 miles
  • 2009 – 41,217 miles
  • 2008 – 37,471 miles
  • 2007 – 31,377 miles
  • 2006 – 28,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,040 miles
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on vehicle underside

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

    Major6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Heavy corrosion on rear subframe and inner and outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,040 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    92,040 miles
    Test number
    601917812700
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on vehicle underside

  2. Fail92,004 miles (+1,143)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,004 miles
    Test number
    524090399702
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill at jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on vehicle underside

  3. Pass90,861 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    90,861 miles
    Test number
    545507226185
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on rear subframe and inner and outer sills

  4. Fail90,835 miles (+1,659)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,835 miles
    Test number
    986625980641
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on rear subframe and inner and outer sills

  5. Pass89,176 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    89,176 miles
    Test number
    131582705802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail89,125 miles (+1,755)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,125 miles
    Test number
    861721499203
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength n/s rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,370 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,370 miles
    Test number
    881461562832
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail87,368 miles (+2,043)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,368 miles
    Test number
    349869441178
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass85,325 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,325 miles
    Test number
    128224722802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,320 miles (+2,042)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,320 miles
    Test number
    622947547958
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass83,278 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,278 miles
    Test number
    545993579266
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail83,257 miles (+2,012)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,257 miles
    Test number
    929038122282
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass81,245 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,245 miles
    Test number
    121657163398
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail81,245 miles (+4,890)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,245 miles
    Test number
    696860167500
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass76,355 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,355 miles
    Test number
    378275242002
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources one (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low

  16. Fail76,355 miles (+3,717)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,355 miles
    Test number
    431663241112
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources one (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low

  17. Pass72,638 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,638 miles
    Test number
    552108256187
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion underside rear (o/s and n/s ) jacking points (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail72,621 miles (+4,808)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,621 miles
    Test number
    173995798677
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion underside rear (o/s and n/s ) jacking points (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass67,813 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    67,813 miles
    Test number
    270938311473
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Fail67,813 miles (+2,571)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,813 miles
    Test number
    737057165797
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported front plpe (7.1.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working one (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

  21. Pass65,242 miles (+2,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,242 miles
    Test number
    832857289129
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  22. Pass62,471 miles (+3,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    62,471 miles
    Test number
    829467784234
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass58,867 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,867 miles
    Test number
    938355193273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,857 miles (+4,155)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,857 miles
    Test number
    655150793265
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass54,702 miles (+5,649)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,702 miles
    Test number
    488770172291
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass49,053 miles (+3,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,053 miles
    Test number
    107039471293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass45,511 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,511 miles
    Test number
    183160780277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail45,511 miles (+4,294)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,511 miles
    Test number
    383990180410
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass41,217 miles (+3,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,217 miles
    Test number
    843513179258
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass37,471 miles (+2,651)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,471 miles
    Test number
    393408398485
    • NoteFront pads wearing thin

  31. Pass34,820 miles (+3,443)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    34,820 miles
    Test number
    573989248009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass31,377 miles (+3,321)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,377 miles
    Test number
    144928847092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass28,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    28,056 miles
    Test number
    711152756052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y304 ECY

Does Y304 ECY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y304 ECY expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y304 ECY?
The MOT on Y304 ECY expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y304 ECY done?
Y304 ECY was recorded at 92,040 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 3,254 miles a year.
Has Y304 ECY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y304 ECY has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y304 ECY 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 Y304 ECY find?
Y304 ECY passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: heavy corrosion on vehicle underside.

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