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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

Y33 BMVMOT history

Y33 BMV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

Y33 BMV black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
98,309 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y33 BMV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y33 BMV was last recorded at 98,309 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 16,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,287 miles · 1 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
16,022 miles
Average per year
4,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,309 miles
  • 2022 – 82,287 miles
  • 2021 – 77,859 miles
  • 2020 – 74,742 miles
  • 2019 – 71,466 miles
  • 2018 – 67,929 miles
  • 2017 – 64,788 miles
  • 2016 – 61,330 miles
  • 2015 – 58,336 miles
  • 2014 – 54,325 miles
  • 2013 – 49,260 miles
  • 2012 – 44,801 miles
  • 2011 – 40,475 miles
  • 2010 – 36,188 miles
  • 2008 – 30,126 miles
  • 2007 – 24,017 miles
  • 2006 – 18,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,309 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower d-bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,309 miles (+16,022)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    98,309 miles
    Test number
    848689584781
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower d-bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass82,287 miles (+4,428)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,287 miles
    Test number
    509469662953
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass77,859 miles (+3,117)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    77,859 miles
    Test number
    321352475965
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass74,742 miles (+3,276)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,742 miles
    Test number
    128077488210
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass71,466 miles (+3,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,466 miles
    Test number
    126501706855
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass67,929 miles (+3,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    67,929 miles
    Test number
    450414403618
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass64,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,788 miles
    Test number
    797637629112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,788 miles (+3,458)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,788 miles
    Test number
    491630682326
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass61,330 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,330 miles
    Test number
    358638043002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail61,330 miles (+2,994)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,330 miles
    Test number
    195244012859
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass58,336 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,336 miles
    Test number
    469986435136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail58,336 miles (+4,011)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,336 miles
    Test number
    355254635107
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass54,325 miles (+5,065)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,325 miles
    Test number
    458069534161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,260 miles (+4,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,260 miles
    Test number
    726124583013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass44,801 miles (+4,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,801 miles
    Test number
    955300282004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass40,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,475 miles
    Test number
    876186271093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail40,475 miles (+4,287)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,475 miles
    Test number
    239864871053
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass36,188 miles (+6,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,188 miles
    Test number
    642231260015
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass30,126 miles (+6,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,126 miles
    Test number
    263637248311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass24,017 miles (+5,692)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,017 miles
    Test number
    214991027377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    18,325 miles
    Test number
    793598976232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y33 BMV

Does Y33 BMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y33 BMV is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y33 BMV?
The MOT on Y33 BMV is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y33 BMV done?
Y33 BMV was recorded at 98,309 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,047 miles a year.
Has Y33 BMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y33 BMV has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2017.
Has the mileage on Y33 BMV 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 Y33 BMV find?
Y33 BMV passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front lower anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower d-bushes worn; rear exhaust noisy.

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