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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

Y6 DBCMOT history

Y6 DBC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 175,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

Y6 DBC black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
175,439 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y6 DBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y6 DBC was last recorded at 175,439 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 2,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,690 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,749 miles
Average per year
8,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,439 miles
  • 2024 – 169,763 miles
  • 2022 – 165,626 miles
  • 2021 – 162,746 miles
  • 2019 – 151,263 miles
  • 2018 – 146,978 miles
  • 2017 – 143,467 miles
  • 2016 – 134,965 miles
  • 2015 – 117,696 miles
  • 2014 – 106,456 miles
  • 2013 – 86,761 miles
  • 2012 – 66,040 miles
  • 2011 – 54,533 miles
  • 2010 – 43,034 miles
  • 2009 – 31,789 miles
  • 2008 – 22,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,439 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,439 miles (+2,749)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    175,439 miles
    Test number
    205450088312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass172,690 miles (+2,927)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    172,690 miles
    Test number
    829087863265
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass169,763 miles (+4,137)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    169,763 miles
    Test number
    790154244734
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass165,626 miles (+2,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    165,626 miles
    Test number
    862507566315
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass162,746 miles (+3,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    162,746 miles
    Test number
    209097751666
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass158,859 miles (+7,596)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    158,859 miles
    Test number
    446310837802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass151,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    151,263 miles
    Test number
    297612202827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail151,263 miles (+4,285)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,263 miles
    Test number
    843237448744
    • Repaired at testNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  9. Pass146,978 miles (+3,511)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    146,978 miles
    Test number
    259524234415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,467 miles (+8,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,467 miles
    Test number
    804131189690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass134,965 miles (+17,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,965 miles
    Test number
    108426036415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass117,696 miles (+11,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    117,696 miles
    Test number
    277472495469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass106,456 miles (+19,695)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,456 miles
    Test number
    859572294171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,761 miles (+20,721)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    86,761 miles
    Test number
    478863193072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,040 miles (+11,507)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,040 miles
    Test number
    495823692019
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake warning light on.

  16. Pass54,533 miles (+11,499)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,533 miles
    Test number
    196444291417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,034 miles (+236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,034 miles
    Test number
    933842460043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail42,798 miles (+11,009)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,798 miles
    Test number
    531663550066
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass31,789 miles (+9,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    31,789 miles
    Test number
    733949549027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass22,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    22,219 miles
    Test number
    361581058003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y6 DBC

Does Y6 DBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y6 DBC is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y6 DBC?
The MOT on Y6 DBC is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y6 DBC done?
Y6 DBC was recorded at 175,439 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 8,602 miles a year.
Has Y6 DBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y6 DBC has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on Y6 DBC 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 Y6 DBC find?
Y6 DBC passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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