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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,171 cc

Y40 ROWMOT history

Y40 ROW is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 132,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

Y40 ROW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
132,962 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y40 ROW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y40 ROW was last recorded at 132,962 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 4,751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,211 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,751 miles
Average per year
5,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,962 miles
  • 2025 – 128,211 miles
  • 2024 – 125,179 miles
  • 2023 – 120,261 miles
  • 2022 – 113,330 miles
  • 2021 – 102,362 miles
  • 2020 – 99,118 miles
  • 2019 – 94,452 miles
  • 2018 – 94,442 miles
  • 2017 – 87,852 miles
  • 2016 – 81,444 miles
  • 2015 – 78,479 miles
  • 2014 – 73,924 miles
  • 2013 – 71,154 miles
  • 2012 – 66,344 miles
  • 2011 – 54,185 miles
  • 2010 – 52,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,962 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,962 miles (+4,751)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    132,962 miles
    Test number
    921579203226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,211 miles (+3,032)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    128,211 miles
    Test number
    332973131767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass125,179 miles (+4,918)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,179 miles
    Test number
    296532231360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass120,261 miles (+6,931)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,261 miles
    Test number
    859335985496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,330 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    113,330 miles
    Test number
    396940774586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,227 miles (+10,865)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,227 miles
    Test number
    233498356937
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing On inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass102,362 miles (+3,244)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,362 miles
    Test number
    629710887181
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front flexis (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,118 miles (+4,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    99,118 miles
    Test number
    797658219998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass94,452 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,452 miles
    Test number
    330408237848
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail94,442 miles (+6,590)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,442 miles
    Test number
    433149396831
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass87,852 miles (+6,408)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    87,852 miles
    Test number
    275505299680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,444 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,444 miles
    Test number
    662453575472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,442 miles (+2,963)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,442 miles
    Test number
    176961704650
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Pass78,479 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,479 miles
    Test number
    328767965973
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHand brake almost at end of travel

  15. Fail78,478 miles (+4,554)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,478 miles
    Test number
    102094333625
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHand brake almost at end of travel

  16. Pass73,924 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,924 miles
    Test number
    867446544231
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail73,922 miles (+2,768)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,922 miles
    Test number
    948535944250
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass71,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    71,154 miles
    Test number
    597963563216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail71,153 miles (+4,809)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,153 miles
    Test number
    597063563284
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  20. Pass66,344 miles (+12,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,344 miles
    Test number
    308883572288
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass54,185 miles (+1,317)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,185 miles
    Test number
    306956961427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,868 miles
    Test number
    302342030434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y40 ROW

Does Y40 ROW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y40 ROW is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y40 ROW?
The MOT on Y40 ROW is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y40 ROW done?
Y40 ROW was recorded at 132,962 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 5,005 miles a year.
Has Y40 ROW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y40 ROW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y40 ROW 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 Y40 ROW find?
Y40 ROW passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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