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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

Y4 OSAMOT history

Y4 OSA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 163,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

Y4 OSA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
163,670 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 OSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 OSA was last recorded at 163,670 miles on 18 May 2026, 4,231 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,439 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,231 miles
Average per year
8,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,670 miles
  • 2025 – 159,439 miles
  • 2024 – 155,534 miles
  • 2023 – 152,000 miles
  • 2022 – 147,854 miles
  • 2020 – 145,065 miles
  • 2019 – 142,687 miles
  • 2018 – 139,992 miles
  • 2017 – 131,725 miles
  • 2016 – 121,845 miles
  • 2015 – 110,413 miles
  • 2014 – 93,899 miles
  • 2013 – 77,615 miles
  • 2012 – 54,711 miles
  • 2011 – 38,084 miles
  • 2010 – 30,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,670 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,670 miles (+4,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    163,670 miles
    Test number
    728002673018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass159,439 miles (+3,905)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    159,439 miles
    Test number
    360961437889
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass155,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    155,534 miles
    Test number
    584700927934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail155,534 miles (+3,534)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,534 miles
    Test number
    822158059691
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass152,000 miles (+4,146)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    152,000 miles
    Test number
    764749344895
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 flexis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass147,854 miles (+2,789)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    147,854 miles
    Test number
    440478417643
    • MinorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass145,065 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,065 miles
    Test number
    579981779459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass142,687 miles (+2,695)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,687 miles
    Test number
    996861459609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,992 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    139,992 miles
    Test number
    673003256930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail139,991 miles (+8,266)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,991 miles
    Test number
    728123727335
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass131,725 miles (+9,880)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    131,725 miles
    Test number
    221234952620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,845 miles (+11,432)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    121,845 miles
    Test number
    564984299303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,413 miles (+16,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    110,413 miles
    Test number
    726831280795
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass93,899 miles (+16,284)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,899 miles
    Test number
    878519034225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,615 miles (+22,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,615 miles
    Test number
    255369233260
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass54,711 miles (+16,627)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,711 miles
    Test number
    887048902280
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers smearing & juddering on screen
  17. Pass38,084 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,084 miles
    Test number
    647985431205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,798 miles (+7,456)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,798 miles
    Test number
    126876491189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,342 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,342 miles
    Test number
    942100010298
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y4 OSA

Does Y4 OSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y4 OSA is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y4 OSA?
The MOT on Y4 OSA is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y4 OSA done?
Y4 OSA was recorded at 163,670 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 8,437 miles a year.
Has Y4 OSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 OSA has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y4 OSA 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 OSA find?
Y4 OSA passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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