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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

Y4 NMGMOT history

Y4 NMG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 84,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2024.

Y4 NMG silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2025
Mileage
84,868 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2024
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 NMG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 NMG was last recorded at 84,868 miles on 7 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,868 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 84,868 miles
  • 2023 – 78,763 miles
  • 2022 – 72,481 miles
  • 2021 – 68,653 miles
  • 2019 – 63,041 miles
  • 2018 – 62,676 miles
  • 2016 – 62,145 miles
  • 2015 – 60,545 miles
  • 2014 – 59,923 miles
  • 2013 – 58,473 miles
  • 2012 – 55,853 miles
  • 2011 – 52,218 miles
  • 2010 – 47,987 miles
  • 2009 – 39,355 miles
  • 2008 – 32,889 miles
  • 2007 – 25,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,868 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Fuel cap/sealing device missing

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,868 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    84,868 miles
    Test number
    681660883868
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail84,868 miles (+6,105)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,868 miles
    Test number
    507505245667
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,763 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,763 miles
    Test number
    403611344066
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail78,763 miles (+530)10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,763 miles
    Test number
    423101567591
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail78,233 miles (+5,752)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,233 miles
    Test number
    400338766029
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass72,481 miles (+3,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,481 miles
    Test number
    622243127511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass68,653 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,653 miles
    Test number
    949430635409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,641 miles1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,641 miles
    Test number
    285672942630
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    962582182904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,041 miles (+64)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2020
    Odometer
    63,041 miles
    Test number
    600731362815
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE WEARING CENTRE TREAD
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail62,977 miles (+301)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,977 miles
    Test number
    324312545728
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  12. Pass62,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,676 miles
    Test number
    883419445196
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner tread

  13. Fail62,676 miles (+531)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,676 miles
    Test number
    452358664968
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner tread

  14. Pass62,145 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    62,145 miles
    Test number
    198433476056
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner tread and its being driven flat

  15. Fail62,145 miles (+1,600)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,145 miles
    Test number
    396379243422
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner tread and its being driven flat

  16. Fail60,545 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,545 miles
    Test number
    677531875188
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass60,545 miles (+622)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,545 miles
    Test number
    837051575148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,923 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,923 miles
    Test number
    456222314229
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED BUT NOT WEAKENED
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail59,923 miles (+1,450)4 dangerous3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,923 miles
    Test number
    805221114255
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED BUT NOT WEAKENED
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass58,473 miles (+2,620)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,473 miles
    Test number
    779911313265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,853 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,853 miles
    Test number
    388295902444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,819 miles (+3,601)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,819 miles
    Test number
    239443702268
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass52,218 miles (+4,231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,218 miles
    Test number
    665902951164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass47,987 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    47,987 miles
    Test number
    101726690121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail47,987 miles (+8,632)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,987 miles
    Test number
    851986790108
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail39,355 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,355 miles
    Test number
    270673949034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass39,355 miles (+6,466)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,355 miles
    Test number
    632443849090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,889 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,889 miles
    Test number
    502666018062
    • NoteSlight play in offside front lower suspension arm rear most bush

  29. Fail32,888 miles (+7,036)2 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,888 miles
    Test number
    183062218067
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in offside front lower suspension arm rear most bush

  30. Fail25,852 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,852 miles
    Test number
    114370727448
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass25,852 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    25,852 miles
    Test number
    521570227047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y4 NMG

Does Y4 NMG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y4 NMG expired on 6 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y4 NMG?
The MOT on Y4 NMG expired on 6 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y4 NMG done?
Y4 NMG was recorded at 84,868 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2024, an average of 3,396 miles a year.
Has Y4 NMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 NMG has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y4 NMG 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 Y4 NMG find?
Y4 NMG passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen wiper blade defective; front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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