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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y304 PWJMOT history

Y304 PWJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 157,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2022.

Y304 PWJ blue 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 19 Jan 2023
Mileage
157,649 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y304 PWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y304 PWJ was last recorded at 157,649 miles on 20 Jan 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,649 miles · 11 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,649 miles
  • 2021 – 155,064 miles
  • 2020 – 153,652 miles
  • 2018 – 149,016 miles
  • 2017 – 147,823 miles
  • 2016 – 144,826 miles
  • 2015 – 141,482 miles
  • 2014 – 133,412 miles
  • 2013 – 130,806 miles
  • 2012 – 123,466 miles
  • 2011 – 121,207 miles
  • 2010 – 112,932 miles
  • 2009 – 107,579 miles
  • 2008 – 102,320 miles
  • 2007 – 93,151 miles
  • 2006 – 75,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,649 miles
  • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside front brake reading slighty lower performance than nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass157,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    157,649 miles
    Test number
    381559769953
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside front brake reading slighty lower performance than nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail157,649 miles (+2,585)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,649 miles
    Test number
    286759026896
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack exssivly worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside front brake reading slighty lower performance than nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass155,064 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    155,064 miles
    Test number
    856955361622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,652 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    153,652 miles
    Test number
    864109535667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass149,016 miles (+1,193)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    149,016 miles
    Test number
    168389086700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass147,823 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,823 miles
    Test number
    994735289765
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail147,823 miles (+2,997)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,823 miles
    Test number
    682412980015
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass144,826 miles (+3,344)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    144,826 miles
    Test number
    991123268975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass141,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    141,482 miles
    Test number
    295107215167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail141,482 miles (+8,070)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,482 miles
    Test number
    647157515168
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass133,412 miles (+2,606)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    133,412 miles
    Test number
    955045414199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,806 miles (+7,340)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    130,806 miles
    Test number
    585807613173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,466 miles (+2,259)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    123,466 miles
    Test number
    145869202155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear shock top covers adrift
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass121,207 miles (+13)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    121,207 miles
    Test number
    816250381110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre inner sidewalls worn
    • NoteDamage to panel under front subframe
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteVehicle lowered

  15. Fail121,194 miles (+8,262)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,194 miles
    Test number
    278128971164
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre inner sidewalls worn
    • NoteDamage to panel under front subframe
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteVehicle lowered

  16. Pass112,932 miles (+5,353)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    112,932 miles
    Test number
    881856450111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass107,579 miles (+5,259)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    107,579 miles
    Test number
    654552089145
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INSIDE EDGE

  18. Pass102,320 miles (+9,169)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    102,320 miles
    Test number
    921222088169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,151 miles (+17,594)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,151 miles
    Test number
    483213887183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    75,557 miles
    Test number
    281021616094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,557 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,557 miles
    Test number
    411273406091
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about Y304 PWJ

Does Y304 PWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y304 PWJ expired on 19 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y304 PWJ?
The MOT on Y304 PWJ expired on 19 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y304 PWJ done?
Y304 PWJ was recorded at 157,649 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2022, an average of 5,116 miles a year.
Has Y304 PWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y304 PWJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y304 PWJ 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 PWJ find?
Y304 PWJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside front brake reading slighty lower performance than nearside; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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