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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y37 YAOMOT history

Y37 YAO is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 119,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2025.

Y37 YAO black 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 8 Jul 2026
Mileage
119,048 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y37 YAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y37 YAO was last recorded at 119,048 miles on 9 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,048 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,048 miles
  • 2024 – 117,648 miles
  • 2023 – 116,014 miles
  • 2022 – 113,825 miles
  • 2021 – 111,964 miles
  • 2019 – 109,662 miles
  • 2018 – 107,375 miles
  • 2016 – 105,145 miles
  • 2015 – 102,526 miles
  • 2014 – 100,108 miles
  • 2013 – 95,986 miles
  • 2012 – 91,262 miles
  • 2011 – 80,098 miles
  • 2010 – 71,471 miles
  • 2009 – 63,092 miles
  • 2008 – 55,168 miles
  • 2007 – 45,714 miles
  • 2006 – 38,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,048 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlastic trims covering sillsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp earth fault

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,048 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,048 miles
    Test number
    830381138070
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims covering sills

  2. Fail119,048 miles (+1,400)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,048 miles
    Test number
    826715457313
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront water leak
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both lights repaired (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims covering sills

  3. Pass117,648 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    117,648 miles
    Test number
    490390710876
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp earth fault (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail117,645 miles (+1,631)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,645 miles
    Test number
    256846191419
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp earth fault (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,014 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    116,014 miles
    Test number
    733458446057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has only just met requirement

  6. Fail116,005 miles (+2,180)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,005 miles
    Test number
    241374466779
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass113,825 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    113,825 miles
    Test number
    742541778566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,964 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    111,964 miles
    Test number
    416436036876
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail111,934 miles (+2,272)10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,934 miles
    Test number
    866135100798
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass109,662 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,662 miles
    Test number
    221434621649
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail109,658 miles (+2,283)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,658 miles
    Test number
    431434783643
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass107,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,375 miles
    Test number
    891347702410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,375 miles (+2,230)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,375 miles
    Test number
    930801216996
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass105,145 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,145 miles
    Test number
    702834722658
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail105,103 miles (+2,577)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,103 miles
    Test number
    172471388324
    • FailureCentre Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass102,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    102,526 miles
    Test number
    237514005476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,526 miles (+2,418)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,526 miles
    Test number
    439253305185
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass100,108 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,108 miles
    Test number
    348486104165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail100,104 miles (+4,118)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,104 miles
    Test number
    248077794015
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass95,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,986 miles
    Test number
    207785293032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,986 miles (+4,724)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,986 miles
    Test number
    287875093052
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass91,262 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    91,262 miles
    Test number
    926211502181
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Fail91,262 miles (+5)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,262 miles
    Test number
    966361002119
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Fail91,257 miles (+11,159)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,257 miles
    Test number
    816015872044
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass80,098 miles (+8,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    80,098 miles
    Test number
    176398541024
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass71,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,471 miles
    Test number
    141727240422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail71,471 miles (+8,379)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,471 miles
    Test number
    581527340072
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass63,092 miles (+7,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,092 miles
    Test number
    502487749035
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass55,168 miles (+9,454)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    55,168 miles
    Test number
    262735948068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,714 miles (+7,310)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,714 miles
    Test number
    621477947023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass38,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,404 miles
    Test number
    153352456073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail38,404 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,404 miles
    Test number
    664208146027
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Questions about Y37 YAO

Does Y37 YAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y37 YAO expired on 8 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y37 YAO?
The MOT on Y37 YAO expired on 8 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y37 YAO done?
Y37 YAO was recorded at 119,048 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2025, an average of 4,159 miles a year.
Has Y37 YAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y37 YAO has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y37 YAO 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 Y37 YAO find?
Y37 YAO passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2025 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs; front oil leak, but not excessive; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings corroded, and 2 more.

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