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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y872 GCYMOT history

Y872 GCY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 158,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

Y872 GCY 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 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
158,703 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 GCY
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
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 GCY was last recorded at 158,703 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 904 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,799 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
904 miles
Average per year
4,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,703 miles
  • 2025 – 157,799 miles
  • 2024 – 156,522 miles
  • 2023 – 154,632 miles
  • 2022 – 150,614 miles
  • 2021 – 145,148 miles
  • 2020 – 139,146 miles
  • 2019 – 137,890 miles
  • 2018 – 135,924 miles
  • 2017 – 134,365 miles
  • 2016 – 128,528 miles
  • 2015 – 124,682 miles
  • 2014 – 112,462 miles
  • 2013 – 106,280 miles
  • 2012 – 102,154 miles
  • 2011 – 94,665 miles
  • 2010 – 91,879 miles
  • 2009 – 88,015 miles
  • 2008 – 76,691 miles
  • 2007 – 71,384 miles
  • 2006 – 64,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,703 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted keeping from view some load bearing testable itemsRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,703 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    158,703 miles
    Test number
    155137544610
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted keeping from view some load bearing testable items

  2. Fail158,703 miles (+904)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,703 miles
    Test number
    698950805356
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted keeping from view some load bearing testable items

  3. Pass157,799 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    157,799 miles
    Test number
    531743508161
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted keeping from view some load bearing testable items

  4. Fail157,790 miles (+1,268)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,790 miles
    Test number
    750505859448
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted keeping from view some load bearing testable items

  5. Pass156,522 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,522 miles
    Test number
    910147017844
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded but not excessively (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear osr suspension arms corrode
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded

  6. Fail156,497 miles (+1,865)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,497 miles
    Test number
    246296846094
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded but not excessively (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear osr suspension arms corrode
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded

  7. Pass154,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    154,632 miles
    Test number
    135070467698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail154,632 miles (+4,018)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,632 miles
    Test number
    803506626817
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass150,614 miles (+5,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    150,614 miles
    Test number
    124273497645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light close to limit

  10. Pass145,148 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    145,148 miles
    Test number
    720215861145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail145,132 miles (+5,986)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,132 miles
    Test number
    710159387876
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • 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 ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass139,146 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    139,146 miles
    Test number
    279597793792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail139,136 miles (+1,246)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,136 miles
    Test number
    580862883361
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass137,890 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,890 miles
    Test number
    208093781848
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps cracked but not loose or leaking

  15. Fail137,886 miles (+1,962)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,886 miles
    Test number
    309958729431
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamps cracked but not loose or leaking

  16. Pass135,924 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    135,924 miles
    Test number
    368749987571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail135,920 miles (+1,555)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,920 miles
    Test number
    637546593903
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass134,365 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    134,365 miles
    Test number
    304031701575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  19. Fail134,361 miles (+5,833)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,361 miles
    Test number
    321907961716
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  20. Pass128,528 miles (+3,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    128,528 miles
    Test number
    370150213341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear front to rear brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass124,682 miles (+12,220)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    124,682 miles
    Test number
    675078995057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass112,462 miles (+6,182)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,462 miles
    Test number
    456783194090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,280 miles (+4,126)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    106,280 miles
    Test number
    486268893059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass102,154 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,154 miles
    Test number
    378461432174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low at outer edges of tread

  25. Fail102,154 miles (+7,489)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,154 miles
    Test number
    137101332126
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low at outer edges of tread

  26. Pass94,665 miles (+2,786)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    94,665 miles
    Test number
    737157121105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail91,879 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    631057120104
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass91,879 miles (+3,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    993477120125
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Pass88,015 miles (+11,324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    88,015 miles
    Test number
    290078729444
    • 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)

  30. Pass76,691 miles (+5,307)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    76,691 miles
    Test number
    212249898034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass71,384 miles (+36)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,384 miles
    Test number
    272207897008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFRONT TYRES WEAR ON INNER AND OUTER TREAD AREA TYRESA WORN TO CIRCA3MM
    • NoteRECOMMEN D PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTMENT

  32. Fail71,348 miles (+77)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,348 miles
    Test number
    454499287048
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvise parking brake shoes require adjustment inside rear brake discs
    • NoteOffside fdront tyre rearing slightly out of shape

  33. Fail71,271 miles (+6,769)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,271 miles
    Test number
    422682087034
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  34. Pass64,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    64,502 miles
    Test number
    662961106104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y872 GCY

Does Y872 GCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y872 GCY is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y872 GCY?
The MOT on Y872 GCY is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y872 GCY done?
Y872 GCY was recorded at 158,703 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 4,596 miles a year.
Has Y872 GCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 GCY has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y872 GCY 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 Y872 GCY find?
Y872 GCY passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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