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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y876 BDUMOT history

Y876 BDU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 90,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

Y876 BDU black 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 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
90,586 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y876 BDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y876 BDU was last recorded at 90,586 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3,810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,776 miles · 26 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,810 miles
Average per year
1,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,586 miles
  • 2024 – 86,776 miles
  • 2023 – 85,417 miles
  • 2021 – 85,020 miles
  • 2020 – 83,905 miles
  • 2015 – 82,315 miles
  • 2014 – 81,444 miles
  • 2013 – 80,876 miles
  • 2012 – 80,583 miles
  • 2011 – 80,064 miles
  • 2010 – 79,419 miles
  • 2009 – 78,349 miles
  • 2008 – 77,236 miles
  • 2007 – 69,617 miles
  • 2006 – 59,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,586 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension modified

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.

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,586 miles (+3,810)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    90,586 miles
    Test number
    570054139758
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension modified

  2. Pass86,776 miles (+1,359)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,776 miles
    Test number
    920720456010
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both polish (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread dirty (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass85,417 miles (+397)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,417 miles
    Test number
    723379919354
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,020 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,020 miles
    Test number
    636560478946
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four

  5. Fail85,020 miles (+1,115)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,020 miles
    Test number
    560777653512
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four

  6. Pass83,905 miles (+1,590)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,905 miles
    Test number
    545186785878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,315 miles (+871)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    386033505155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,444 miles
    Test number
    329974004176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,444 miles (+568)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,444 miles
    Test number
    587600204158
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass80,876 miles (+293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,876 miles
    Test number
    638181203118
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass80,583 miles (+519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    80,583 miles
    Test number
    865973602110
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass80,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,064 miles
    Test number
    379413201110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,064 miles (+645)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,064 miles
    Test number
    509523501185
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass79,419 miles (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    79,419 miles
    Test number
    384725800199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,349 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,349 miles
    Test number
    334288199058
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass78,349 miles (+1,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,349 miles
    Test number
    412028099016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass77,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,236 miles
    Test number
    393065898018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,236 miles (+7,619)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,236 miles
    Test number
    370453798015
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass69,617 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    401260107160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,381 miles (+9,579)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,381 miles
    Test number
    161542597428
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass59,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    59,802 miles
    Test number
    424925496016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y876 BDU

Does Y876 BDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y876 BDU is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y876 BDU?
The MOT on Y876 BDU is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y876 BDU done?
Y876 BDU was recorded at 90,586 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 1,567 miles a year.
Has Y876 BDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y876 BDU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on Y876 BDU 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 Y876 BDU find?
Y876 BDU passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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