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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

Y33 MBRMOT history

Y33 MBR is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 191,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

Y33 MBR 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 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
191,836 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y33 MBR
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
10 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y33 MBR was last recorded at 191,836 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 8,495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,341 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,495 miles
Average per year
11,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,836 miles
  • 2025 – 183,341 miles
  • 2024 – 174,946 miles
  • 2023 – 165,277 miles
  • 2022 – 151,961 miles
  • 2020 – 143,638 miles
  • 2019 – 133,582 miles
  • 2018 – 120,742 miles
  • 2017 – 98,823 miles
  • 2016 – 84,890 miles
  • 2015 – 65,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,836 miles
  • 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))

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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,836 miles (+8,495)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    191,836 miles
    Test number
    119826103881
    • 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))

  2. Pass183,341 miles (+8,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    183,341 miles
    Test number
    957830952541
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass174,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    174,946 miles
    Test number
    258997874339
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail174,946 miles (+9,669)1 dangerous3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,946 miles
    Test number
    158269839232
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass165,277 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    165,277 miles
    Test number
    344570794120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail165,258 miles (+13,297)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,258 miles
    Test number
    254040223811
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass151,961 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,961 miles
    Test number
    707228933692
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail151,954 miles (+8,316)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,954 miles
    Test number
    244893316042
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass143,638 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    143,638 miles
    Test number
    246385919771
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail143,632 miles (+10,050)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,632 miles
    Test number
    527976859578
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass133,582 miles (+12,840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,582 miles
    Test number
    775959663410
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass120,742 miles (+9,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    120,742 miles
    Test number
    637243988899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass111,295 miles (+12,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,295 miles
    Test number
    604847620964
    • AdvisoryRear tyres close to legal limit

  14. Pass98,823 miles (+13,933)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    98,823 miles
    Test number
    722087363981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,890 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,890 miles
    Test number
    469939041647
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail84,890 miles (+19,225)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,890 miles
    Test number
    620660083821
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass65,665 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,665 miles
    Test number
    387498065011
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y33 MBR

Does Y33 MBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y33 MBR is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y33 MBR?
The MOT on Y33 MBR is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y33 MBR done?
Y33 MBR was recorded at 191,836 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 11,556 miles a year.
Has Y33 MBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y33 MBR has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y33 MBR 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 MBR find?
Y33 MBR passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: 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; oil leak, but not excessive.

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