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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y883 SRDMOT history

Y883 SRD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 178,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2022.

Y883 SRD blue 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 19 Dec 2023
Mileage
178,525 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y883 SRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y883 SRD was last recorded at 178,525 miles on 20 Dec 2022, 1,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Oct 2021: 177,391 miles, lower than 179,346 miles on 24 May 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
177,391 miles · 23 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,134 miles
Average per year
6,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 178,525 miles
  • 2021 – 177,391 miles
  • 2018 – 179,346 miles
  • 2017 – 176,104 miles
  • 2016 – 170,475 miles
  • 2015 – 165,663 miles
  • 2014 – 154,720 miles
  • 2013 – 145,208 miles
  • 2012 – 135,924 miles
  • 2011 – 124,840 miles
  • 2010 – 113,120 miles
  • 2009 – 103,659 miles
  • 2008 – 94,335 miles
  • 2007 – 85,666 miles
  • 2006 – 71,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,525 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass178,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    178,525 miles
    Test number
    117202992193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail178,521 miles (+1,130)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,521 miles
    Test number
    777032169637
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  3. Pass177,391 miles (-1,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    177,391 miles
    Test number
    328930136993
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted at time test

  4. Pass179,346 miles (+3,242)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    179,346 miles
    Test number
    955763425226
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy
    • AdvisoryVehicle modified

  5. Pass176,104 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    176,104 miles
    Test number
    388455092842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail176,099 miles (+5,624)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,099 miles
    Test number
    943532949617
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass170,475 miles (+4,812)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    170,475 miles
    Test number
    570895075761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  8. Pass165,663 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    165,663 miles
    Test number
    239788345412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside rear shockabsorber dust cover insecure

  9. Fail165,662 miles (+10,942)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,662 miles
    Test number
    467888745133
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside rear shockabsorber dust cover insecure

  10. Pass154,720 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    154,720 miles
    Test number
    825985314133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail154,717 miles (+9,509)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,717 miles
    Test number
    508704614199
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass145,208 miles (+9,284)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    145,208 miles
    Test number
    109526713189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,924 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    135,924 miles
    Test number
    305923022116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail135,921 miles (+11,081)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,921 miles
    Test number
    789227512177
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass124,840 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    124,840 miles
    Test number
    419338111164
    • NoteRear tyres well worn, rear brake pads well worn, headlamp aims just within set limits, exhaust very rusty in places.

  16. Fail124,840 miles (+11,720)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,840 miles
    Test number
    456858711108
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres well worn, rear brake pads well worn, headlamp aims just within set limits, exhaust very rusty in places.

  17. Pass113,120 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    113,120 miles
    Test number
    931368410195
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail113,120 miles (+9,461)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,120 miles
    Test number
    313288210123
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass103,659 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    103,659 miles
    Test number
    262332319122
    • NoteExhaust very rusty in places, headlamp aims just within set limits, rear brake pipes rusting, examination awkward, fuel pump noisey.

  20. Fail103,659 miles (+9,324)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,659 miles
    Test number
    504302919120
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust very rusty in places, headlamp aims just within set limits, rear brake pipes rusting, examination awkward, fuel pump noisey.

  21. Pass94,335 miles (+8,669)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    94,335 miles
    Test number
    651561828167
    • NoteExhaust very rusty in places, headlamp aims just within set limits, front number plate slightly damaged, rear tyres half worn, osf upper antiroll bar link rubber split.

  22. Pass85,666 miles (+13,867)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    85,666 miles
    Test number
    191901927128
    • NoteALL TESTABLE ITEMS INSPECTED AND FOUND TO BE ACCEPTABLE AAT TIME OF TEST*
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN* BRAKE PADS APPEAR TO BE WORN* PLAY IN BOTH SIDES INNER STEERING RACK JOINTS* PLASTIC UNDERBODY SHIELDS RESTRICT EXAMINATION OF TESTABLE ITEMS* FRONT TYRES WORN*

  23. Pass71,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    71,799 miles
    Test number
    741021006131
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y883 SRD

Does Y883 SRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y883 SRD expired on 19 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y883 SRD?
The MOT on Y883 SRD expired on 19 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y883 SRD done?
Y883 SRD was recorded at 178,525 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2022, an average of 6,394 miles a year.
Has Y883 SRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y883 SRD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y883 SRD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Oct 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y883 SRD find?
Y883 SRD passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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