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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

Y5 MVRMOT history

Y5 MVR is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 106,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

Y5 MVR black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
106,389 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 MVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 MVR was last recorded at 106,389 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,389 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,389 miles
  • 2024 – 103,106 miles
  • 2023 – 100,029 miles
  • 2022 – 98,202 miles
  • 2021 – 89,640 miles
  • 2020 – 80,558 miles
  • 2019 – 73,747 miles
  • 2018 – 54,387 miles
  • 2017 – 33,563 miles
  • 2016 – 11,752 miles
  • 2015 – 8,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,389 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    106,389 miles
    Test number
    991580060141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail106,389 miles (+3,283)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,389 miles
    Test number
    573781059247
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,106 miles (+334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,106 miles
    Test number
    189141473909
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail102,772 miles (+2,743)3 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,772 miles
    Test number
    193623098191
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. Will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass100,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,029 miles
    Test number
    346031778276
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail100,029 miles (+1,827)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,029 miles
    Test number
    477982467235
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass98,202 miles (+8,562)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,202 miles
    Test number
    722756995006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass89,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    89,640 miles
    Test number
    413720465282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,640 miles (+9,082)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,640 miles
    Test number
    854378233322
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass80,558 miles (+6,811)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,558 miles
    Test number
    344010170688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,747 miles (+19,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,747 miles
    Test number
    502769452581
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass54,387 miles (+20,824)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,387 miles
    Test number
    889935527079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,563 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    33,563 miles
    Test number
    131669752844
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail33,556 miles (+21,804)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,556 miles
    Test number
    590054107339
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass11,752 miles (+807)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    11,752 miles
    Test number
    484811136536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,945 miles (+2,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    10,945 miles
    Test number
    135191050500
    • AdvisorySmall cuts to n/s/f n/s/r tyre not deep enough to reach cord

  17. Pass8,296 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    8,296 miles
    Test number
    706404085019
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about Y5 MVR

Does Y5 MVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 MVR is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 MVR?
The MOT on Y5 MVR is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 MVR done?
Y5 MVR was recorded at 106,389 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 9,032 miles a year.
Has Y5 MVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 MVR has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 MVR 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 MVR find?
Y5 MVR passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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