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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

Y31 RLYMOT history

Y31 RLY is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 168,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

Y31 RLY white 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 19 May 2027
Mileage
168,721 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y31 RLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y31 RLY was last recorded at 168,721 miles on 20 May 2026, 10,157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,564 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,157 miles
Average per year
8,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,721 miles
  • 2024 – 158,564 miles
  • 2023 – 151,599 miles
  • 2022 – 143,788 miles
  • 2021 – 134,364 miles
  • 2020 – 122,387 miles
  • 2019 – 112,028 miles
  • 2018 – 109,083 miles
  • 2017 – 99,755 miles
  • 2016 – 80,417 miles
  • 2015 – 78,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,721 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Both sides rear tyres uneven wear + outer sidewalls damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both wipers smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp slightly insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,721 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    168,721 miles
    Test number
    994035591461
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,721 miles (+10,157)4 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,721 miles
    Test number
    843101950917
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,564 miles (+6,965)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    158,564 miles
    Test number
    245615961010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass151,599 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    151,599 miles
    Test number
    917923375352
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear tyres uneven wear + outer sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail151,597 miles (+7,809)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,597 miles
    Test number
    856300541369
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear tyres uneven wear + outer sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass143,788 miles (+9,424)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,788 miles
    Test number
    985502084331
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover tray fitted

  7. Pass134,364 miles (+11,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,364 miles
    Test number
    507204548180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  8. Pass122,387 miles (+10,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,387 miles
    Test number
    465539682462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass112,028 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,028 miles
    Test number
    407205448103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,083 miles (+9,328)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    109,083 miles
    Test number
    866695294090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,755 miles (+19,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,755 miles
    Test number
    248851443061
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass80,417 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    80,417 miles
    Test number
    363381333115
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted in rear preventing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail80,417 miles (+1,928)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,417 miles
    Test number
    195715088769
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted in rear preventing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass78,489 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,489 miles
    Test number
    719032545075
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y31 RLY

Does Y31 RLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y31 RLY is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y31 RLY?
The MOT on Y31 RLY is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y31 RLY done?
Y31 RLY was recorded at 168,721 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 8,007 miles a year.
Has Y31 RLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y31 RLY has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y31 RLY 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 Y31 RLY find?
Y31 RLY passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front steering box leaking oil; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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