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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

Y3 PCJMOT history

Y3 PCJ is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 94,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

Y3 PCJ silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
94,592 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 PCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 PCJ was last recorded at 94,592 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 2,417 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,175 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,417 miles
Average per year
3,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,592 miles
  • 2025 – 92,175 miles
  • 2024 – 90,165 miles
  • 2023 – 87,794 miles
  • 2022 – 85,756 miles
  • 2021 – 83,468 miles
  • 2020 – 81,798 miles
  • 2019 – 77,693 miles
  • 2018 – 73,517 miles
  • 2017 – 68,618 miles
  • 2016 – 64,505 miles
  • 2015 – 57,855 miles
  • 2014 – 52,076 miles
  • 2013 – 47,417 miles
  • 2012 – 43,907 miles
  • 2011 – 39,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,592 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • 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))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,592 miles (+2,417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    94,592 miles
    Test number
    170238310201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
  2. Pass92,175 miles (+2,010)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,175 miles
    Test number
    835045358377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,165 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    90,165 miles
    Test number
    488493579751
    • AdvisoryFront leaves underbody
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame supports corroded
  4. Fail90,165 miles (+2,371)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,165 miles
    Test number
    625678089331
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront leaves underbody
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame supports corroded
  5. Pass87,794 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    87,794 miles
    Test number
    457226915991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,756 miles (+2,288)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,756 miles
    Test number
    138742260825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,468 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,468 miles
    Test number
    166803371696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,798 miles (+4,105)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,798 miles
    Test number
    117693766051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  9. Pass77,693 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,693 miles
    Test number
    937605147404
    • 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))
  10. Fail77,693 miles (+4,176)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,693 miles
    Test number
    834975997591
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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))
  11. Pass73,517 miles (+4,899)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,517 miles
    Test number
    173396453128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,618 miles (+4,113)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,618 miles
    Test number
    289003575827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,505 miles
    Test number
    917995291732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,505 miles (+6,650)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,505 miles
    Test number
    965701926157
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass57,855 miles (+5,779)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,855 miles
    Test number
    195651545135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass52,076 miles (+4,659)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,076 miles
    Test number
    136158544184
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  17. Pass47,417 miles (+3,510)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,417 miles
    Test number
    475610943104
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass43,907 miles (+4,572)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,907 miles
    Test number
    687664942143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,335 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,335 miles
    Test number
    519610641191
    • NoteOsr tyre below 3

Questions about Y3 PCJ

Does Y3 PCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 PCJ is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 PCJ?
The MOT on Y3 PCJ is valid until 1 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 PCJ done?
Y3 PCJ was recorded at 94,592 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 3,622 miles a year.
Has Y3 PCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 PCJ has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y3 PCJ 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 PCJ find?
Y3 PCJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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