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Blue and White · Petrol · 2001 · 650 cc

Y878 LUMMOT history

Y878 LUM is a blue and white petrol BMW F Series first used on 28 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 26,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
26,694 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 LUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
F Series
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
650 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y878 LUM was last recorded at 26,694 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,694 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 26,694 miles
  • 2025 – 26,694 miles
  • 2024 – 26,694 miles
  • 2023 – 26,694 miles
  • 2022 – 26,694 miles
  • 2021 – 26,694 miles
  • 2020 – 26,694 miles
  • 2019 – 26,694 miles
  • 2018 – 26,694 miles
  • 2016 – 26,694 miles
  • 2013 – 26,000 miles
  • 2012 – 23,411 miles
  • 2011 – 22,236 miles
  • 2009 – 17,299 miles
  • 2008 – 15,242 miles
  • 2007 – 14,718 miles
  • 2006 – 14,239 miles
  • 2005 – 12,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,694 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (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.

  • Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    441824911095
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Pass26,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    775380841595
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass26,694 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    525972423773
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail26,694 miles1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    724440972708
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass26,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    747563380249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass26,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    522199239523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass26,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    243905372429
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass26,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    396289101320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    341970021957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail26,694 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    460990670456
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  11. Pass26,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    985838066456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail26,694 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    812345998616
    • FailureRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

  13. Pass26,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    799316996461
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  14. Fail26,694 miles (+694)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    353600002706
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  15. Pass26,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    26,000 miles
    Test number
    445338113459
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  16. Fail26,000 miles (+2,589)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,000 miles
    Test number
    535328013385
    • Repaired at testNearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  17. Pass23,411 miles (+1,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,411 miles
    Test number
    288926802339
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  18. Pass22,236 miles (+4,937)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,236 miles
    Test number
    697340411247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,299 miles (+2,057)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    17,299 miles
    Test number
    350849539116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,242 miles (+524)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,242 miles
    Test number
    440253948157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,718 miles (+479)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,718 miles
    Test number
    242802627409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,239 miles (+1,335)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,239 miles
    Test number
    174095066147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,904 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    12,904 miles
    Test number
    372099535232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail12,285 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,285 miles
    Test number
    571415195183
    • FailureFront Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Questions about Y878 LUM

Does Y878 LUM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y878 LUM is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y878 LUM?
The MOT on Y878 LUM is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y878 LUM done?
Y878 LUM was recorded at 26,694 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 698 miles a year.
Has Y878 LUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 LUM has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y878 LUM 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 Y878 LUM find?
Y878 LUM passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: drive chain slightly loose; rear drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively.

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