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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y36 NBLMOT history

Y36 NBL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2023 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 124,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2024.

Y36 NBL 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 14 Dec 2023
Mileage
124,478 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2024
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y36 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y36 NBL was last recorded at 124,478 miles on 23 Jan 2024, 9,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,196 miles · 15 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
9,282 miles
Average per year
4,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,478 miles
  • 2022 – 115,196 miles
  • 2021 – 101,084 miles
  • 2020 – 94,255 miles
  • 2019 – 84,093 miles
  • 2018 – 73,555 miles
  • 2017 – 69,624 miles
  • 2016 – 65,001 miles
  • 2009 – 58,666 miles
  • 2005 – 45,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,478 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Headlamp levelling device inoperative Level sensor detached from bracket (4.1.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryHeavily corroded underside
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear lens unit cracked ... plus temp repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,478 miles (+9,282)2 dangerous8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,478 miles
    Test number
    983819363554
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Headlamp levelling device inoperative Level sensor detached from bracket (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeavily corroded underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,196 miles (+7,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    115,196 miles
    Test number
    925606147808
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,164 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,164 miles
    Test number
    744710426535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail108,162 miles (+7,078)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,162 miles
    Test number
    210971306883
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,084 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,084 miles
    Test number
    823835681608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens unit cracked ... plus temp repair
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail101,083 miles (+6,828)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,083 miles
    Test number
    755226772302
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens unit cracked ... plus temp repair
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass94,255 miles (+10,162)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,255 miles
    Test number
    564977244798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,093 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,093 miles
    Test number
    606213933311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,090 miles (+10,535)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,090 miles
    Test number
    896014356031
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass73,555 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,555 miles
    Test number
    957199274328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,554 miles (+3,930)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,554 miles
    Test number
    570429758940
    • DangerousLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass69,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,624 miles
    Test number
    992148562011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,624 miles (+4,623)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,624 miles
    Test number
    234683469791
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass65,001 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,001 miles
    Test number
    967753856763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail64,999 miles (+6,333)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,999 miles
    Test number
    498478418207
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Lower suspension arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush lower suspension arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass58,666 miles (+13,618)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,666 miles
    Test number
    530224279293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWater leak from engine area

  17. Pass45,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    45,048 miles
    Test number
    773173835305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y36 NBL

Does Y36 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y36 NBL expired on 14 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y36 NBL?
The MOT on Y36 NBL expired on 14 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y36 NBL done?
Y36 NBL was recorded at 124,478 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2024, an average of 4,376 miles a year.
Has Y36 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y36 NBL has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y36 NBL 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 Y36 NBL find?
Y36 NBL failed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm; offside front tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 16 more.

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