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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,766 cc

Y46 RBLMOT history

Y46 RBL is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 14 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 135,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2023.

Y46 RBL blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2024
Mileage
135,196 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2023
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
6,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y46 RBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,766 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y46 RBL was last recorded at 135,196 miles on 20 Jun 2023, 2,110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,086 miles · 23 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
2,110 miles
Average per year
6,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,196 miles
  • 2022 – 133,086 miles
  • 2021 – 131,126 miles
  • 2020 – 128,934 miles
  • 2019 – 128,154 miles
  • 2018 – 124,496 miles
  • 2017 – 118,213 miles
  • 2016 – 110,956 miles
  • 2015 – 102,917 miles
  • 2014 – 96,092 miles
  • 2013 – 86,580 miles
  • 2012 – 78,078 miles
  • 2011 – 69,257 miles
  • 2010 – 61,798 miles
  • 2009 – 52,452 miles
  • 2008 – 45,278 miles
  • 2007 – 36,038 miles
  • 2006 – 29,665 miles
  • 2005 – 22,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,196 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 24 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,196 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    135,196 miles
    Test number
    224446988960
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,196 miles (+2,110)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,196 miles
    Test number
    664065916074
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,086 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    133,086 miles
    Test number
    201044305357
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  4. Fail133,086 miles (+1,960)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,086 miles
    Test number
    219125966021
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  5. Pass131,126 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    131,126 miles
    Test number
    276247229586
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Battery box slightly corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail131,126 miles (+2,192)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,126 miles
    Test number
    362717250139
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Battery box slightly corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass128,934 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    128,934 miles
    Test number
    900702406840
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail128,926 miles (+772)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,926 miles
    Test number
    697913643682
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components surface corrosion

  9. Pass128,154 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    128,154 miles
    Test number
    387317816824
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail128,148 miles (+3,652)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,148 miles
    Test number
    795706742702
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass124,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    124,496 miles
    Test number
    973859164440
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail124,496 miles (+6,283)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,496 miles
    Test number
    393009131739
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass118,213 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,213 miles
    Test number
    317585658648
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust support deteriorated but system still supported
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail118,213 miles (+7,257)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,213 miles
    Test number
    696414684017
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced No pattern, bulb incorrectly fitted (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust support deteriorated but system still supported
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass110,956 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,956 miles
    Test number
    801583466762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake heat shield lose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail110,956 miles (+8,039)9 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,956 miles
    Test number
    503490387371
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear over tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear over tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake heat shield lose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass102,917 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,917 miles
    Test number
    835008645104
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail102,916 miles (+6,824)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,916 miles
    Test number
    968006645185
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBOTH wipers slightly torn
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass96,092 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,092 miles
    Test number
    767014364130
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail96,091 miles (+9,511)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,091 miles
    Test number
    306304064127
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass86,580 miles (+8,502)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    86,580 miles
    Test number
    647461353162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass78,078 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    507442672151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail78,078 miles (+8,821)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    898508162182
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass69,257 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,257 miles
    Test number
    256131861463
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail69,257 miles (+7,459)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,257 miles
    Test number
    759651561199
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass61,798 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,798 miles
    Test number
    283597770110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail61,796 miles (+9,344)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,796 miles
    Test number
    130536570154
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass52,452 miles (+7,174)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,452 miles
    Test number
    950346149128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass45,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,278 miles
    Test number
    284018468117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail45,278 miles (+9,240)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,278 miles
    Test number
    884988868166
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  31. Pass36,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,038 miles
    Test number
    230210987457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail36,038 miles (+6,373)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,038 miles
    Test number
    550900587135
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  33. Fail29,665 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,665 miles
    Test number
    233373076451
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass29,665 miles (+6,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    29,665 miles
    Test number
    963493976167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass22,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    22,699 miles
    Test number
    853515675157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y46 RBL

Does Y46 RBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y46 RBL expired on 4 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y46 RBL?
The MOT on Y46 RBL expired on 4 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y46 RBL done?
Y46 RBL was recorded at 135,196 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2023, an average of 6,254 miles a year.
Has Y46 RBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y46 RBL has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y46 RBL 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 Y46 RBL find?
Y46 RBL passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2023 with 4 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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