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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y616 UBYMOT history

Y616 UBY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 169,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2022.

Y616 UBY 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 25 Sept 2023
Mileage
169,607 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2022
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y616 UBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y616 UBY was last recorded at 169,607 miles on 26 Sept 2022, 2,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Aug 2017: 148,981 miles, lower than 174,704 miles on 10 Aug 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
167,316 miles · 10 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
2,291 miles
Average per year
5,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 169,607 miles
  • 2021 – 167,316 miles
  • 2020 – 162,646 miles
  • 2019 – 159,552 miles
  • 2018 – 155,883 miles
  • 2017 – 148,981 miles
  • 2016 – 174,704 miles
  • 2015 – 145,179 miles
  • 2014 – 141,287 miles
  • 2013 – 128,754 miles
  • 2012 – 116,795 miles
  • 2011 – 104,376 miles
  • 2010 – 94,067 miles
  • 2009 – 82,376 miles
  • 2008 – 80,028 miles
  • 2007 – 75,195 miles
  • 2006 – 70,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,607 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass169,607 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    169,607 miles
    Test number
    402964405581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass167,316 miles (+4,670)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    167,316 miles
    Test number
    261743819724
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass162,646 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    162,646 miles
    Test number
    852182841711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass159,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    159,552 miles
    Test number
    662512236351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail159,552 miles (+3,669)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,552 miles
    Test number
    102789175529
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass155,883 miles (+19)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    155,883 miles
    Test number
    917954129072
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail155,864 miles (+6,883)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,864 miles
    Test number
    738138647377
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass148,981 miles (-25,723)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    148,981 miles
    Test number
    697900443268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner wall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass174,704 miles (+29,525)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    174,704 miles
    Test number
    873172520746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass145,179 miles (+3,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    145,179 miles
    Test number
    887122605290
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass141,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    141,287 miles
    Test number
    615255364133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail141,273 miles (+12,519)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,273 miles
    Test number
    849185364158
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass128,754 miles (+11,959)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    128,754 miles
    Test number
    876995363165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,795 miles (+12,419)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    116,795 miles
    Test number
    116168162187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,376 miles (+10,309)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    104,376 miles
    Test number
    298448061462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,067 miles (+11,691)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    94,067 miles
    Test number
    991599500227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  17. Pass82,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    82,376 miles
    Test number
    443070219217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail82,376 miles (+938)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,376 miles
    Test number
    653838709205
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  19. Pass81,438 miles (+1,410)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,438 miles
    Test number
    100229679406
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass80,028 miles (+4,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    80,028 miles
    Test number
    154906088405
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass75,195 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    75,195 miles
    Test number
    520875617018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    484296816040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y616 UBY

Does Y616 UBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y616 UBY expired on 25 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y616 UBY?
The MOT on Y616 UBY expired on 25 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y616 UBY done?
Y616 UBY was recorded at 169,607 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2022, an average of 5,925 miles a year.
Has Y616 UBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y616 UBY has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on Y616 UBY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y616 UBY find?
Y616 UBY passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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