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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

Y5 FAAMOT history

Y5 FAA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 147,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2024.

Y5 FAA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2025
Mileage
147,590 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 FAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 FAA was last recorded at 147,590 miles on 9 Jul 2024, 233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,357 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
233 miles
Average per year
8,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,590 miles
  • 2023 – 135,349 miles
  • 2022 – 118,894 miles
  • 2020 – 106,288 miles
  • 2019 – 97,573 miles
  • 2018 – 86,888 miles
  • 2017 – 81,899 miles
  • 2016 – 73,109 miles
  • 2015 – 65,992 miles
  • 2014 – 55,199 miles
  • 2013 – 51,201 miles
  • 2012 – 46,471 miles
  • 2011 – 38,881 miles
  • 2010 – 25,895 miles
  • 2009 – 17,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,590 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,590 miles (+233)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    147,590 miles
    Test number
    550419396655
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail147,357 miles (+12,008)3 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,357 miles
    Test number
    719645360113
    • DangerousFront Lower Undertray likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass135,349 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    135,349 miles
    Test number
    691612286034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail135,344 miles (+16,450)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,344 miles
    Test number
    611348340677
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,894 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,894 miles
    Test number
    520615403747
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail118,894 miles (+12,606)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,894 miles
    Test number
    998524828832
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass106,288 miles (+8,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    106,288 miles
    Test number
    782631542864
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,573 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,573 miles
    Test number
    322327618437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail97,573 miles (+10,685)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,573 miles
    Test number
    996209624186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass86,888 miles (+4,989)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    86,888 miles
    Test number
    962364746065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,899 miles (+8,790)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,899 miles
    Test number
    847870267157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,109 miles (+7,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,109 miles
    Test number
    621879092684
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring view of underside

  13. Pass65,992 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,992 miles
    Test number
    656608982381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,908 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    60,908 miles
    Test number
    385194155063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,199 miles (+3,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    55,199 miles
    Test number
    929440294061
    • 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)

  16. Pass51,201 miles (+4,730)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,201 miles
    Test number
    148221683023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    46,471 miles
    Test number
    999158982037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,471 miles (+7,590)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,471 miles
    Test number
    805638682024
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass38,881 miles (+12,986)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,881 miles
    Test number
    325685781010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,895 miles (+8,141)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,895 miles
    Test number
    712924280089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,754 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,754 miles
    Test number
    783866389097
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated

Questions about Y5 FAA

Does Y5 FAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y5 FAA expired on 8 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y5 FAA?
The MOT on Y5 FAA expired on 8 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y5 FAA done?
Y5 FAA was recorded at 147,590 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2024, an average of 8,494 miles a year.
Has Y5 FAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 FAA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y5 FAA 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 Y5 FAA find?
Y5 FAA passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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