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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y872 UBKMOT history

Y872 UBK is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2024.

Y872 UBK silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2025
Mileage
113,928 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 UBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 UBK was last recorded at 113,928 miles on 5 Mar 2024, 21,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,800 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
21,128 miles
Average per year
4,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,928 miles
  • 2023 – 92,800 miles
  • 2022 – 73,088 miles
  • 2021 – 63,354 miles
  • 2020 – 57,565 miles
  • 2019 – 56,251 miles
  • 2018 – 56,117 miles
  • 2017 – 55,241 miles
  • 2016 – 53,900 miles
  • 2015 – 52,279 miles
  • 2014 – 50,228 miles
  • 2013 – 48,285 miles
  • 2012 – 46,263 miles
  • 2011 – 43,294 miles
  • 2010 – 39,130 miles
  • 2009 – 35,378 miles
  • 2008 – 32,386 miles
  • 2007 – 29,033 miles
  • 2006 – 25,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,928 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Stone cuts tyre treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,928 miles (+21,128)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    113,928 miles
    Test number
    995757841180
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass92,800 miles (+19,712)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,800 miles
    Test number
    159457852008
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,088 miles (+9,734)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    73,088 miles
    Test number
    606586033274
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass63,354 miles (+5,789)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    63,354 miles
    Test number
    741907285986
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass57,565 miles (+1,314)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,565 miles
    Test number
    860457581008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass56,251 miles (+134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,251 miles
    Test number
    172514973799
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass56,117 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,117 miles
    Test number
    542553835970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,241 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,241 miles
    Test number
    916634189412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,900 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,900 miles
    Test number
    967343033262
    • AdvisoryStone cuts tyre treads

  10. Fail53,900 miles (+1,621)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,900 miles
    Test number
    477400153948
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryStone cuts tyre treads

  11. Pass52,279 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,279 miles
    Test number
    517543805132
    • NoteInner rear brake pads wearing low.

  12. Fail52,279 miles (+2,051)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,279 miles
    Test number
    148138795442
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteInner rear brake pads wearing low.

  13. Pass50,228 miles (+1,943)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,228 miles
    Test number
    496966004112
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteInner front and rear brake pads wearing low.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

  14. Pass48,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,285 miles
    Test number
    257074613180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,285 miles (+2,022)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,285 miles
    Test number
    926824913152
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass46,263 miles (+2,969)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,263 miles
    Test number
    277609002157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,294 miles (+4,164)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,294 miles
    Test number
    918210311187
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration front and rear number plates.
    • NoteSmall stone chips front windscreen.

  18. Fail39,130 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,130 miles
    Test number
    234744000484
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  19. Pass39,130 miles (+3,752)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,130 miles
    Test number
    970484800145
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  20. Pass35,378 miles (+2,992)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,378 miles
    Test number
    870155009139
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  21. Pass32,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    32,386 miles
    Test number
    553697308105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,386 miles (+3,353)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,386 miles
    Test number
    330437508159
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass29,033 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,033 miles
    Test number
    224899407182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,032 miles (+3,313)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,032 miles
    Test number
    280018307133
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass25,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,719 miles
    Test number
    993949606128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y872 UBK

Does Y872 UBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y872 UBK expired on 4 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y872 UBK?
The MOT on Y872 UBK expired on 4 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y872 UBK done?
Y872 UBK was recorded at 113,928 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2024, an average of 4,934 miles a year.
Has Y872 UBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 UBK has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on Y872 UBK 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 UBK find?
Y872 UBK passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; coolant leak; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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