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BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 3,246 cc

Y862 RECMOT history

Y862 REC is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 104,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

Y862 REC 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 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
104,801 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y862 REC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y862 REC was last recorded at 104,801 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 1,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jan 2011: 68,500 miles, lower than 120,414 miles on 22 Jun 2010.

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
103,500 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,801 miles
  • 2024 – 103,500 miles
  • 2023 – 103,480 miles
  • 2017 – 103,167 miles
  • 2016 – 92,940 miles
  • 2015 – 85,796 miles
  • 2014 – 80,739 miles
  • 2013 – 76,350 miles
  • 2012 – 75,558 miles
  • 2011 – 68,500 miles
  • 2010 – 120,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,801 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,801 miles (+1,301)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    104,801 miles
    Test number
    650431057603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,500 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,500 miles
    Test number
    793257501128
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail103,480 miles (+313)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,480 miles
    Test number
    861094365583
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass103,167 miles (+10,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    103,167 miles
    Test number
    458513820338
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass92,940 miles (+7,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,940 miles
    Test number
    194788174092
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slight wear on edges

  6. Pass85,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    85,796 miles
    Test number
    807071962549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,796 miles (+5,057)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,796 miles
    Test number
    783772423559
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  8. Pass80,739 miles (+2,548)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,739 miles
    Test number
    409267974279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,191 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,191 miles
    Test number
    459146944006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,350 miles (+792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,350 miles
    Test number
    805810363057
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass75,558 miles (+7,058)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    75,558 miles
    Test number
    458997112000
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust detiorated

  12. Pass68,500 miles (-51,914)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    68,500 miles
    Test number
    339970121010
    • NoteFront brake disc slightly worn
    • NoteRear brake disc slightly worn

  13. Pass120,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    120,414 miles
    Test number
    700563070161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail120,414 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,414 miles
    Test number
    950803970179
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Questions about Y862 REC

Does Y862 REC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y862 REC is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y862 REC?
The MOT on Y862 REC is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y862 REC done?
Y862 REC was recorded at 104,801 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026.
Has Y862 REC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y862 REC has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y862 REC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y862 REC find?
Y862 REC passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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