BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

Y3 ASVMOT history

Y3 ASV is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 165,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y3 ASV blue 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 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
165,643 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,856 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y3 ASV in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 ASV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 ASV was last recorded at 165,643 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 16,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,390 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
16,253 miles
Average per year
7,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,643 miles
  • 2025 – 149,390 miles
  • 2024 – 136,747 miles
  • 2023 – 123,298 miles
  • 2022 – 108,281 miles
  • 2021 – 105,751 miles
  • 2020 – 104,211 miles
  • 2018 – 94,405 miles
  • 2017 – 88,018 miles
  • 2016 – 83,868 miles
  • 2015 – 74,670 miles
  • 2014 – 66,342 miles
  • 2013 – 58,041 miles
  • 2012 – 48,404 miles
  • 2011 – 45,323 miles
  • 2010 – 40,837 miles
  • 2009 – 31,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,643 miles
  • 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 rears at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,643 miles (+16,253)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    165,643 miles
    Test number
    284092887031
    • 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 rears at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass149,390 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    149,390 miles
    Test number
    856630797296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail149,362 miles (+12,615)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,362 miles
    Test number
    275204031691
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle tyre rubbing on shock absorber, wheel spacer missing (fitted to other 3 wheels) (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working o/s/r inner side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs have corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake discs have slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass136,747 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    136,747 miles
    Test number
    951407004015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail136,718 miles (+13,420)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,718 miles
    Test number
    940778893870
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass123,298 miles (+15,017)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    123,298 miles
    Test number
    637603213450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,281 miles (+2,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    108,281 miles
    Test number
    261733876027
    • AdvisoryN/s front shock absorber / rear trailing arm bush,s slightly worn
  8. Pass105,751 miles (+1,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,751 miles
    Test number
    473997419799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass104,211 miles (+9,806)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,211 miles
    Test number
    454003986696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,405 miles (+6,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    94,405 miles
    Test number
    224061606717
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass88,018 miles (+4,150)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,018 miles
    Test number
    171599445449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,868 miles (+9,198)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,868 miles
    Test number
    605241105592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,670 miles (+8,328)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,670 miles
    Test number
    608415591948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,342 miles (+8,301)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,342 miles
    Test number
    148621654214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,041 miles (+9,637)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,041 miles
    Test number
    738526753217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,404 miles (+3,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,404 miles
    Test number
    696135552273
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass45,323 miles (+4,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,323 miles
    Test number
    959355251202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass40,837 miles (+9,068)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,837 miles
    Test number
    903177250217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,769 miles
    Test number
    144548359223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 ASV

Does Y3 ASV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 ASV is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 ASV?
The MOT on Y3 ASV is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 ASV done?
Y3 ASV was recorded at 165,643 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 7,856 miles a year.
Has Y3 ASV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 ASV has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y3 ASV 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 Y3 ASV find?
Y3 ASV passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears at rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

Browse all Y3A registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.