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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,926 cc

Y3 UPAMOT history

Y3 UPA is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 253,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

Y3 UPA grey 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 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
253,649 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 UPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 UPA was last recorded at 253,649 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 15,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
238,309 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
15,340 miles
Average per year
12,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 253,649 miles
  • 2025 – 238,309 miles
  • 2024 – 222,204 miles
  • 2023 – 216,256 miles
  • 2022 – 203,655 miles
  • 2021 – 193,178 miles
  • 2020 – 175,144 miles
  • 2019 – 160,346 miles
  • 2018 – 144,143 miles
  • 2017 – 126,818 miles
  • 2016 – 108,662 miles
  • 2015 – 97,171 miles
  • 2014 – 91,502 miles
  • 2013 – 81,930 miles
  • 2012 – 74,253 miles
  • 2011 – 61,169 miles
  • 2010 – 50,732 miles
  • 2009 – 37,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,649 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,649 miles (+15,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    253,649 miles
    Test number
    289314628995
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass238,309 miles (+16,105)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    238,309 miles
    Test number
    571284903504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass222,204 miles (+5,948)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    222,204 miles
    Test number
    969648480082
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass216,256 miles (+12,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    216,256 miles
    Test number
    547284156480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,655 miles (+10,477)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    203,655 miles
    Test number
    130883423026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass193,178 miles (+18,034)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    193,178 miles
    Test number
    661816957487
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bake pad wear sensor inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass175,144 miles (+14,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    175,144 miles
    Test number
    924854918462
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass160,346 miles (+16,203)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    160,346 miles
    Test number
    303740501885
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass144,143 miles (+17,325)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    144,143 miles
    Test number
    516833816292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  10. Pass126,818 miles (+18,156)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    126,818 miles
    Test number
    897176366841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,662 miles (+11,491)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,662 miles
    Test number
    431056282265
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Pass97,171 miles (+5,669)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,171 miles
    Test number
    219225775051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass91,502 miles (+9,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    91,502 miles
    Test number
    589703474045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass81,930 miles (+7,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    81,930 miles
    Test number
    645096483023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass74,253 miles (+13,084)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,253 miles
    Test number
    478438292063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,169 miles (+10,437)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,169 miles
    Test number
    137054171069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,732 miles (+12,772)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,732 miles
    Test number
    241042520028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,960 miles
    Test number
    154545609494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,960 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,960 miles
    Test number
    610675009028
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about Y3 UPA

Does Y3 UPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 UPA is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 UPA?
The MOT on Y3 UPA is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 UPA done?
Y3 UPA was recorded at 253,649 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 12,146 miles a year.
Has Y3 UPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 UPA has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2009.
Has the mileage on Y3 UPA 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 UPA find?
Y3 UPA passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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