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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

Y3 DGXMOT history

Y3 DGX is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 177,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

Y3 DGX grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
177,637 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 DGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 DGX was last recorded at 177,637 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 15,348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
162,289 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,348 miles
Average per year
10,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,637 miles
  • 2025 – 162,289 miles
  • 2024 – 149,209 miles
  • 2023 – 132,213 miles
  • 2022 – 115,853 miles
  • 2021 – 106,262 miles
  • 2020 – 102,032 miles
  • 2019 – 93,280 miles
  • 2018 – 85,289 miles
  • 2017 – 76,377 miles
  • 2016 – 70,933 miles
  • 2015 – 64,597 miles
  • 2014 – 58,225 miles
  • 2013 – 48,906 miles
  • 2012 – 36,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,637 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,637 miles (+15,348)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    177,637 miles
    Test number
    379072624521
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass162,289 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    162,289 miles
    Test number
    512182067332
    • MinorFront Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail162,289 miles (+13,080)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,289 miles
    Test number
    671455089931
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,209 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    149,209 miles
    Test number
    967368577235
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers and under covers fitted

  5. Fail149,209 miles (+16,996)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,209 miles
    Test number
    753906563611
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers and under covers fitted

  6. Pass132,213 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    132,213 miles
    Test number
    288704908703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail132,213 miles (+16,360)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,213 miles
    Test number
    420097029683
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass115,853 miles (+9,591)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    115,853 miles
    Test number
    744969466807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm central breadth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass106,262 miles (+4,230)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    106,262 miles
    Test number
    446113324062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,032 miles (+8,752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,032 miles
    Test number
    367105754233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass93,280 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,280 miles
    Test number
    348218247728
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail93,280 miles (+7,991)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,280 miles
    Test number
    167532591539
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass85,289 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,289 miles
    Test number
    211542792180
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail85,289 miles (+8,912)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,289 miles
    Test number
    773257511316
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass76,377 miles (+5,444)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,377 miles
    Test number
    168959873266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,933 miles (+6,336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,933 miles
    Test number
    318692352678
    • AdvisoryFront under tray fitted - obstruct components from testing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted - seat belt not tested

  17. Pass64,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,597 miles
    Test number
    763504771813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,597 miles (+6,372)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,597 miles
    Test number
    500606883660
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass58,225 miles (+9,319)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,225 miles
    Test number
    859764904367
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass48,906 miles (+12,178)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    509119513363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,728 miles
    Test number
    169348762282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 DGX

Does Y3 DGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 DGX is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 DGX?
The MOT on Y3 DGX is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 DGX done?
Y3 DGX was recorded at 177,637 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 10,364 miles a year.
Has Y3 DGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 DGX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y3 DGX 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 DGX find?
Y3 DGX passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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