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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y36 SJBMOT history

Y36 SJB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 124,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2025.

Y36 SJB blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2026
Mileage
124,709 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y36 SJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y36 SJB was last recorded at 124,709 miles on 24 Mar 2025, 1,564 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,145 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,564 miles
Average per year
3,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,709 miles
  • 2024 – 123,145 miles
  • 2023 – 122,088 miles
  • 2022 – 120,232 miles
  • 2021 – 118,032 miles
  • 2020 – 116,595 miles
  • 2019 – 114,436 miles
  • 2018 – 112,727 miles
  • 2016 – 110,329 miles
  • 2015 – 108,724 miles
  • 2014 – 105,149 miles
  • 2013 – 98,774 miles
  • 2012 – 92,062 miles
  • 2011 – 85,050 miles
  • 2010 – 78,025 miles
  • 2009 – 73,022 miles
  • 2008 – 69,820 miles
  • 2007 – 66,220 miles
  • 2006 – 51,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,709 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively After handbrake applied (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,709 miles (+1,564)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    124,709 miles
    Test number
    516959111404
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively After handbrake applied (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass123,145 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,145 miles
    Test number
    901247736801
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  3. Fail123,141 miles (+1,053)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,141 miles
    Test number
    972487024326
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Pass122,088 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,088 miles
    Test number
    577258380339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material End closest to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material End closest to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail122,088 miles (+1,856)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,088 miles
    Test number
    147435121462
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material End closest to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material End closest to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass120,232 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,232 miles
    Test number
    110483513741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail120,232 miles (+2,200)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,232 miles
    Test number
    640376836230
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass118,032 miles (+1,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    118,032 miles
    Test number
    669076081005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass116,595 miles (+2,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    116,595 miles
    Test number
    510384871300
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nearside front tyre has a nail outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,436 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    114,436 miles
    Test number
    259794744492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,727 miles (+2,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,727 miles
    Test number
    105311994526
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint bottom ball joint rubber bush (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass110,329 miles (+1,605)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    110,329 miles
    Test number
    306300374367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on both outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on both outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass108,724 miles (+3,575)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    108,724 miles
    Test number
    741277358811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,149 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    105,149 miles
    Test number
    549062954309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,114 miles (+6,340)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,114 miles
    Test number
    868082944324
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass98,774 miles (+6,712)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    98,774 miles
    Test number
    236562233398
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall but not exposing ply cords

  17. Pass92,062 miles (+7,012)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,062 miles
    Test number
    868288342317
    • NoteCut in N/S/F tyre outer sidewall but not exposing chords

  18. Pass85,050 miles (+7,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    85,050 miles
    Test number
    238012841335
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass78,025 miles (+5,003)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    78,025 miles
    Test number
    700413740392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,022 miles (+3,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    73,022 miles
    Test number
    442086939320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass69,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    69,820 miles
    Test number
    661701758317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail69,820 miles (+3,600)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,820 miles
    Test number
    592681058347
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass66,220 miles (+7,575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    66,220 miles
    Test number
    553863457398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass58,645 miles (+7,358)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    58,645 miles
    Test number
    154240047438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,287 miles
    Test number
    640799776089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y36 SJB

Does Y36 SJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y36 SJB expired on 23 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y36 SJB?
The MOT on Y36 SJB expired on 23 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y36 SJB done?
Y36 SJB was recorded at 124,709 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2025, an average of 3,862 miles a year.
Has Y36 SJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y36 SJB has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y36 SJB 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 SJB find?
Y36 SJB passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively after handbrake applied.

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