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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,995 cc

Y4 YFUMOT history

Y4 YFU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 150,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2025.

Y4 YFU blue 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 9 May 2026
Mileage
150,757 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 YFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2026
Latest MOT test
10 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 YFU was last recorded at 150,757 miles on 10 May 2025, 22,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,080 miles · 10 May 2024
Between the last two tests
22,677 miles
Average per year
5,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,757 miles
  • 2024 – 128,080 miles
  • 2023 – 121,646 miles
  • 2021 – 116,675 miles
  • 2020 – 114,408 miles
  • 2019 – 110,520 miles
  • 2018 – 108,170 miles
  • 2017 – 103,035 miles
  • 2016 – 96,729 miles
  • 2015 – 91,222 miles
  • 2014 – 84,146 miles
  • 2013 – 79,480 miles
  • 2012 – 72,888 miles
  • 2011 – 71,179 miles
  • 2010 – 68,866 miles
  • 2009 – 65,928 miles
  • 2008 – 62,709 miles
  • 2007 – 58,832 miles
  • 2006 – 52,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,757 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine management light showing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,757 miles (+22,677)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    150,757 miles
    Test number
    494704532196
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass128,080 miles (+6,434)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    128,080 miles
    Test number
    145314422154
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever reserve travel

  3. Pass121,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,646 miles
    Test number
    324915178507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail121,646 miles (+4,971)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,646 miles
    Test number
    594964058901
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass116,675 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    116,675 miles
    Test number
    996193175039
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail116,671 miles (+2,263)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,671 miles
    Test number
    242641328002
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass114,408 miles (+3,888)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    114,408 miles
    Test number
    462065732801
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass110,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    110,520 miles
    Test number
    288340131440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,520 miles (+2,350)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,520 miles
    Test number
    626223604476
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass108,170 miles (+5,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,170 miles
    Test number
    130353597752
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  11. Pass103,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,035 miles
    Test number
    525501266004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,035 miles (+6,306)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,035 miles
    Test number
    453747161787
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass96,729 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    96,729 miles
    Test number
    644563211349
    • AdvisoryEngine management light showing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail96,729 miles (+5,507)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,729 miles
    Test number
    288622109792
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light showing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass91,222 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,222 miles
    Test number
    757591695011
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail91,215 miles (+7,069)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,215 miles
    Test number
    518740395039
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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 Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass84,146 miles (+4,666)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,146 miles
    Test number
    765587164065
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass79,480 miles (+6,592)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    79,480 miles
    Test number
    517895183081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,888 miles (+1,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,888 miles
    Test number
    185861192081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass71,179 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,179 miles
    Test number
    705685571099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,178 miles (+2,312)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,178 miles
    Test number
    915487661027
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass68,866 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,866 miles
    Test number
    310432670006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,928 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    65,928 miles
    Test number
    392209779031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,709 miles (+3,877)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,709 miles
    Test number
    890407588005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,832 miles (+6,305)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,832 miles
    Test number
    674145797101
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass52,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    52,527 miles
    Test number
    231977396478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y4 YFU

Does Y4 YFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y4 YFU expired on 9 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y4 YFU?
The MOT on Y4 YFU expired on 9 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y4 YFU done?
Y4 YFU was recorded at 150,757 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2025, an average of 5,220 miles a year.
Has Y4 YFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 YFU has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on Y4 YFU 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 YFU find?
Y4 YFU passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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