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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y875 UBKMOT history

Y875 UBK is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 146,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

Y875 UBK grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2023
Mileage
146,103 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y875 UBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y875 UBK was last recorded at 146,103 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,102 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,103 miles
  • 2021 – 143,214 miles
  • 2019 – 138,547 miles
  • 2018 – 131,070 miles
  • 2017 – 127,245 miles
  • 2016 – 122,605 miles
  • 2015 – 122,255 miles
  • 2014 – 120,514 miles
  • 2013 – 116,882 miles
  • 2012 – 112,182 miles
  • 2011 – 107,467 miles
  • 2010 – 100,571 miles
  • 2009 – 94,689 miles
  • 2008 – 89,205 miles
  • 2007 – 81,425 miles
  • 2006 – 69,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,103 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryToo low for brake rollersRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Both rear indicator lamps pale and discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,103 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    146,103 miles
    Test number
    529393632914
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryToo low for brake rollers

  2. Fail146,102 miles (+2,888)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,102 miles
    Test number
    139366931829
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryToo low for brake rollers

  3. Pass143,214 miles (+4,667)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    143,214 miles
    Test number
    512471051123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,547 miles (+7,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    138,547 miles
    Test number
    362589485738
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndersides general corrosion.

  5. Pass131,070 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    131,070 miles
    Test number
    810801502308
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicator lamps pale and discoloured

  6. Fail131,068 miles (+3,823)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,068 miles
    Test number
    410403325985
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicator lamps pale and discoloured

  7. Pass127,245 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    127,245 miles
    Test number
    648857178301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished and splitting

  8. Fail127,245 miles (+4,640)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,245 miles
    Test number
    605435713422
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished and splitting

  9. Pass122,605 miles (+350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    122,605 miles
    Test number
    929483310072
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass122,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    122,255 miles
    Test number
    713513495181
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail122,255 miles (+1,741)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,255 miles
    Test number
    613832122237
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft rubber U J is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Very corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn uneven inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass120,514 miles (+3,632)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    120,514 miles
    Test number
    327176824415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre is worn around the inner edge of the tread & side wall

  13. Pass116,882 miles (+4,700)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    116,882 miles
    Test number
    408933543263
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in offside front lower ball joint

  14. Pass112,182 miles (+4,715)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    112,182 miles
    Test number
    827114242234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass107,467 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    107,467 miles
    Test number
    168274641272
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail107,467 miles (+6,896)3 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,467 miles
    Test number
    119204441260
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass100,571 miles (+5,882)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    100,571 miles
    Test number
    692455940208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass94,689 miles (+5,484)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    94,689 miles
    Test number
    682693609289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear numberplate slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass89,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    323176838191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,205 miles (+7,780)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    160336238125
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  21. Pass81,425 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    81,425 miles
    Test number
    812353977140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail81,414 miles (+11,468)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,414 miles
    Test number
    471264627140
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  23. Pass69,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    69,946 miles
    Test number
    272527416109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y875 UBK

Does Y875 UBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y875 UBK expired on 26 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y875 UBK?
The MOT on Y875 UBK expired on 26 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y875 UBK done?
Y875 UBK was recorded at 146,103 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 4,638 miles a year.
Has Y875 UBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y875 UBK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y875 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 Y875 UBK find?
Y875 UBK passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; direction indicator slightly discoloured all; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 6 more.

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