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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y869 WGCMOT history

Y869 WGC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 157,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

Y869 WGC 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 2 Nov 2027
Mileage
157,375 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y869 WGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y869 WGC was last recorded at 157,375 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 1,944 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,431 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,944 miles
Average per year
1,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,375 miles
  • 2025 – 155,431 miles
  • 2024 – 153,418 miles
  • 2023 – 151,441 miles
  • 2022 – 147,992 miles
  • 2021 – 146,370 miles
  • 2020 – 145,061 miles
  • 2019 – 144,332 miles
  • 2018 – 142,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,375 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front tyre wearing on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,375 miles (+1,944)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    157,375 miles
    Test number
    669607032896
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing

  2. Pass155,431 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    155,431 miles
    Test number
    997150281659
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail155,430 miles (+2,012)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,430 miles
    Test number
    620283914443
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass153,418 miles (+1,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    153,418 miles
    Test number
    632453689794
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass151,441 miles (+3,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    151,441 miles
    Test number
    107066014229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass147,992 miles (+1,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    147,992 miles
    Test number
    450897158159
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber dust covers loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass146,370 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    146,370 miles
    Test number
    563312751454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail146,370 miles (+1,309)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,370 miles
    Test number
    442570307275
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced blue (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced blue (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass145,061 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    145,061 miles
    Test number
    461058191818
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail145,061 miles (+17)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,061 miles
    Test number
    362889361570
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail145,044 miles (+712)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,044 miles
    Test number
    849291453452
    • 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area -- seat attachment (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged interior mirror tainted (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower suspension bush / rubbers deteriorated (both sides)

  12. Pass144,332 miles (+1,586)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,332 miles
    Test number
    812901666924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass142,746 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    142,746 miles
    Test number
    447353849858
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber dust cover insecure

  14. Fail142,746 miles4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,746 miles
    Test number
    324895287710
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 3 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Questions about Y869 WGC

Does Y869 WGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y869 WGC is valid until 2 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y869 WGC?
The MOT on Y869 WGC is valid until 2 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y869 WGC done?
Y869 WGC was recorded at 157,375 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 1,842 miles a year.
Has Y869 WGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y869 WGC has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y869 WGC 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 Y869 WGC find?
Y869 WGC passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; both rear tyres perishing.

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