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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

Y7 ACAMOT history

Y7 ACA is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

Y7 ACA grey 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 Aug 2027
Mileage
119,732 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 ACA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 ACA was last recorded at 119,732 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 5,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,668 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,064 miles
Average per year
6,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,732 miles
  • 2025 – 114,668 miles
  • 2024 – 108,338 miles
  • 2023 – 102,586 miles
  • 2022 – 95,718 miles
  • 2021 – 90,460 miles
  • 2020 – 86,657 miles
  • 2019 – 80,357 miles
  • 2018 – 73,682 miles
  • 2017 – 66,658 miles
  • 2016 – 59,396 miles
  • 2015 – 50,167 miles
  • 2014 – 41,558 miles
  • 2013 – 32,438 miles
  • 2012 – 27,556 miles
  • 2011 – 22,110 miles
  • 2010 – 17,010 miles
  • 2009 – 11,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,732 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,732 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    119,732 miles
    Test number
    279089585500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  2. Fail119,732 miles (+5,064)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,732 miles
    Test number
    294878024499
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Pass114,668 miles (+6,330)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    114,668 miles
    Test number
    363114938903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass108,338 miles (+5,752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    108,338 miles
    Test number
    118432885462
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass102,586 miles (+6,868)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,586 miles
    Test number
    177283536851
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass95,718 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    95,718 miles
    Test number
    935190844421
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail95,717 miles (+5,257)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,717 miles
    Test number
    215234123258
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass90,460 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,460 miles
    Test number
    475101548522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail90,458 miles (+3,801)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,458 miles
    Test number
    512456315798
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass86,657 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,657 miles
    Test number
    850880239803
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail86,657 miles (+6,300)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,657 miles
    Test number
    469787137303
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass80,357 miles (+6,675)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,357 miles
    Test number
    906499601699
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  13. Pass73,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,682 miles
    Test number
    319192818563
    • AdvisoryEngine and undertrats fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail73,682 miles (+7,024)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,682 miles
    Test number
    484778111465
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine and undertrats fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass66,658 miles (+7,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,658 miles
    Test number
    241724249856
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  16. Pass59,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,396 miles
    Test number
    750409662191
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  17. Fail59,396 miles (+9,229)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,396 miles
    Test number
    606327771683
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  18. Pass50,167 miles (+8,609)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,167 miles
    Test number
    307228885111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust Mount broken but eaxhaust still supported
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass41,558 miles (+9,120)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,558 miles
    Test number
    375599284123
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass32,438 miles (+4,882)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,438 miles
    Test number
    997196783142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass27,556 miles (+5,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,556 miles
    Test number
    665321892176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass22,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,110 miles
    Test number
    229048781456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,110 miles (+5,100)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,110 miles
    Test number
    425418881148
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass17,010 miles (+5,567)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    17,010 miles
    Test number
    690570990199
    • 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)
    • Note255/35/18y

  25. Pass11,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    11,443 miles
    Test number
    592220889142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y7 ACA

Does Y7 ACA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 ACA is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y7 ACA?
The MOT on Y7 ACA is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y7 ACA done?
Y7 ACA was recorded at 119,732 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 6,349 miles a year.
Has Y7 ACA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 ACA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y7 ACA 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 Y7 ACA find?
Y7 ACA passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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