BMW 3 Series
Green · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc
Y7 PHXMOT history
Y7 PHX is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 156,312 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 10 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 156,312 mi
- At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 20 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 6,655 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y7 PHX
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 26 May 2004
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y7 PHX was last recorded at 156,312 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 6 Apr 2010: 34,430 miles, lower than 52,206 miles on 8 Jan 2010.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 156,307 miles · 4 Mar 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 5 miles
- Average per year
- 6,655 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 156,312 miles
- 2025 – 144,121 miles
- 2024 – 133,368 miles
- 2023 – 125,714 miles
- 2022 – 115,286 miles
- 2021 – 105,571 miles
- 2020 – 99,842 miles
- 2019 – 87,396 miles
- 2018 – 86,614 miles
- 2017 – 83,352 miles
- 2016 – 80,943 miles
- 2014 – 77,513 miles
- 2013 – 74,728 miles
- 2012 – 70,182 miles
- 2011 – 61,841 miles
- 2010 – 34,430 miles
- 2009 – 41,820 miles
- 2008 – 32,767 miles
- 2007 – 30,934 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass156,312 miles
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear battery box corroded not within prescribed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Full MOT history
29 tests since 9 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass156,312 miles (+5)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 156,312 miles
- Test number
- 722485540047
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear battery box corroded not within prescribed area
Fail156,307 miles (+12,186)1 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,307 miles
- Test number
- 338780941467
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear battery box corroded not within prescribed area
Pass144,121 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 144,121 miles
- Test number
- 152690652187
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail144,121 miles (+10,753)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,121 miles
- Test number
- 100550093962
- Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass133,368 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 133,368 miles
- Test number
- 312713753028
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail133,364 miles (+7,650)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,364 miles
- Test number
- 905311595570
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Pass125,714 miles2 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 125,714 miles
- Test number
- 184080925719
- MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail125,714 miles (+10,428)3 dangerous5 major2 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 125,714 miles
- Test number
- 111504432993
- DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass115,286 miles (+9,715)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 115,286 miles
- Test number
- 347876650279
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass105,571 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 105,571 miles
- Test number
- 889260168202
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Fail105,571 miles (+5,729)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 105,571 miles
- Test number
- 789932075132
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass99,842 miles (+12,446)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 99,842 miles
- Test number
- 604873916316
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass87,396 miles (+782)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 87,396 miles
- Test number
- 538959842032
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,614 miles (+10)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 86,614 miles
- Test number
- 951143029330
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail86,604 miles (+3,252)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,604 miles
- Test number
- 213131209907
- FailureNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass83,352 miles (+2,409)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 83,352 miles
- Test number
- 545666540740
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,943 miles (+3,430)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 80,943 miles
- Test number
- 275417881061
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,513 miles (+2,785)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 77,513 miles
- Test number
- 619614924255
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass74,728 miles (+4,546)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 74,728 miles
- Test number
- 718815743260
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEngine management light on
Pass70,182 miles (+8,341)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 70,182 miles
- Test number
- 687158192180
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,841 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 61,841 miles
- Test number
- 527089681082
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,840 miles (+27,410)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,840 miles
- Test number
- 628899081058
- 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)
Pass34,430 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 34,430 miles
- Test number
- 714177690013
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail34,430 miles (-17,776)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 34,430 miles
- Test number
- 253796290034
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass52,206 miles (+10,386)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 52,206 miles
- Test number
- 981378800033
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass41,820 miles (+9,053)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 41,820 miles
- Test number
- 182502719056
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,767 miles (+1,833)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 32,767 miles
- Test number
- 243428318090
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail30,934 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 30,934 miles
- Test number
- 340119327190
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass30,934 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2008
- Odometer
- 30,934 miles
- Test number
- 942069727103
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y7 PHX
- Does Y7 PHX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 PHX is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y7 PHX?
- The MOT on Y7 PHX is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y7 PHX done?
- Y7 PHX was recorded at 156,312 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 6,655 miles a year.
- Has Y7 PHX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y7 PHX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y7 PHX ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on Y7 PHX find?
- Y7 PHX passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 11 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front inner anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.
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