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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

Y3 WKYMOT history

Y3 WKY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 101,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2022.

Y3 WKY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2023
Mileage
101,564 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 WKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 WKY was last recorded at 101,564 miles on 15 Jul 2022, 5,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,759 miles · 5 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
5,805 miles
Average per year
5,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,564 miles
  • 2021 – 95,759 miles
  • 2020 – 91,233 miles
  • 2019 – 85,961 miles
  • 2018 – 81,887 miles
  • 2017 – 76,486 miles
  • 2016 – 68,911 miles
  • 2015 – 67,477 miles
  • 2014 – 65,457 miles
  • 2013 – 62,156 miles
  • 2012 – 58,453 miles
  • 2011 – 43,766 miles
  • 2010 – 38,660 miles
  • 2009 – 32,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,564 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,564 miles (+5,805)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    101,564 miles
    Test number
    156206678854
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted obscuring some underside components

  2. Pass95,759 miles (+4,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,759 miles
    Test number
    512716947541
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted not allowing full inspection of under body

  3. Pass91,233 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,233 miles
    Test number
    340302674117
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail91,226 miles (+5,265)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,226 miles
    Test number
    201049967163
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,961 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,961 miles
    Test number
    595876349378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,887 miles (+5,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,887 miles
    Test number
    748901734711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass76,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,486 miles
    Test number
    233635330365
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail76,486 miles (+7,575)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,486 miles
    Test number
    766962990686
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass68,911 miles (+1,434)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,911 miles
    Test number
    194144490686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,477 miles (+2,020)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,477 miles
    Test number
    487868185133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,457 miles (+3,301)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,457 miles
    Test number
    125151594191
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  12. Pass62,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    62,156 miles
    Test number
    517765383199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,156 miles (+3,703)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,156 miles
    Test number
    487295583188
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass58,453 miles (+14,687)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,453 miles
    Test number
    117994192104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass43,766 miles (+5,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,766 miles
    Test number
    157366781134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,660 miles (+5,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,660 miles
    Test number
    631746190184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass32,860 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,860 miles
    Test number
    684517199163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,493 miles
    Test number
    272316439401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 WKY

Does Y3 WKY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y3 WKY expired on 14 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y3 WKY?
The MOT on Y3 WKY expired on 14 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y3 WKY done?
Y3 WKY was recorded at 101,564 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2022, an average of 5,247 miles a year.
Has Y3 WKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 WKY has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on Y3 WKY 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 WKY find?
Y3 WKY passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2022 with 7 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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