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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y862 HFCMOT history

Y862 HFC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 84,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

Y862 HFC blue 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 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
84,590 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y862 HFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y862 HFC was last recorded at 84,590 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 8,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,025 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,565 miles
Average per year
2,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,590 miles
  • 2025 – 76,025 miles
  • 2024 – 71,280 miles
  • 2023 – 69,886 miles
  • 2022 – 68,857 miles
  • 2021 – 68,579 miles
  • 2020 – 67,771 miles
  • 2019 – 66,087 miles
  • 2018 – 63,739 miles
  • 2017 – 60,267 miles
  • 2016 – 56,935 miles
  • 2015 – 55,050 miles
  • 2014 – 51,671 miles
  • 2013 – 49,068 miles
  • 2012 – 46,487 miles
  • 2011 – 43,138 miles
  • 2010 – 40,434 miles
  • 2009 – 37,823 miles
  • 2008 – 35,398 miles
  • 2007 – 32,947 miles
  • 2006 – 29,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,590 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side lipped heavily (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,590 miles (+8,565)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    84,590 miles
    Test number
    730936192048
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side lipped heavily (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass76,025 miles (+4,745)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,025 miles
    Test number
    475648878225
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass71,280 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    71,280 miles
    Test number
    267107278880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail71,251 miles (+1,365)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,251 miles
    Test number
    634172885428
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass69,886 miles (+1,029)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    69,886 miles
    Test number
    910373561960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass68,857 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    68,857 miles
    Test number
    686433594167
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and full undertrays/shields/covers fitted obscuring viewing some testable components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail68,847 miles (+268)1 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,847 miles
    Test number
    303818498493
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and full undertrays/shields/covers fitted obscuring viewing some testable components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass68,579 miles (+808)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,579 miles
    Test number
    135687411408
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive pas resevoir (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame and components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and full undertrays/shields fitted obscuring viewing some testable components.

  9. Pass67,771 miles (+1,684)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    67,771 miles
    Test number
    505294886403
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass66,087 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    66,087 miles
    Test number
    878733232238
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps deteriorating
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted not allowing to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail66,082 miles (+2,343)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,082 miles
    Test number
    899542515736
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps deteriorating
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted not allowing to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass63,739 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,739 miles
    Test number
    894154807851
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail63,736 miles (+3,469)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,736 miles
    Test number
    937266364392
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass60,267 miles (+3,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,267 miles
    Test number
    814549682920
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass56,935 miles (+1,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,935 miles
    Test number
    911126003456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass55,050 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,050 miles
    Test number
    279368175020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail55,044 miles (+3,373)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,044 miles
    Test number
    369068675057
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass51,671 miles (+2,603)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,671 miles
    Test number
    765217474038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly perished
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished

  19. Pass49,068 miles (+2,581)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,068 miles
    Test number
    889253963034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,487 miles (+3,349)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    46,487 miles
    Test number
    625378582004
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass43,138 miles (+2,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,138 miles
    Test number
    726220081048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass40,434 miles (+2,611)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,434 miles
    Test number
    630238470014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,823 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,823 miles
    Test number
    452689779070
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  24. Pass37,823 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,823 miles
    Test number
    503669179059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,398 miles (+2,451)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,398 miles
    Test number
    564177088075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,947 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    32,947 miles
    Test number
    431037887043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,944 miles (+3,163)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,944 miles
    Test number
    110585187497
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)

  28. Pass29,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,781 miles
    Test number
    120509386079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y862 HFC

Does Y862 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y862 HFC is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y862 HFC?
The MOT on Y862 HFC is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y862 HFC done?
Y862 HFC was recorded at 84,590 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 2,754 miles a year.
Has Y862 HFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y862 HFC has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y862 HFC 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 Y862 HFC find?
Y862 HFC passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively both side lipped heavily, and 1 more.

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