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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,198 cc

Y884 BOCMOT history

Y884 BOC is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 175,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2025.

Y884 BOC blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2025
Mileage
175,980 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y884 BOC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y884 BOC was last recorded at 175,980 miles on 24 Jan 2025, 5,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,858 miles · 15 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,122 miles
Average per year
7,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,980 miles
  • 2024 – 170,858 miles
  • 2023 – 163,812 miles
  • 2022 – 155,696 miles
  • 2021 – 148,550 miles
  • 2020 – 141,559 miles
  • 2018 – 135,716 miles
  • 2017 – 124,190 miles
  • 2016 – 115,403 miles
  • 2015 – 105,270 miles
  • 2014 – 97,097 miles
  • 2013 – 86,422 miles
  • 2012 – 75,392 miles
  • 2010 – 62,166 miles
  • 2009 – 58,658 miles
  • 2008 – 53,631 miles
  • 2007 – 48,462 miles
  • 2006 – 42,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail175,980 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail175,980 miles (+5,122)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,980 miles
    Test number
    114607468797
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass170,858 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    170,858 miles
    Test number
    953810342630
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  3. Fail170,816 miles (+7,004)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,816 miles
    Test number
    452931218735
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  4. Pass163,812 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    163,812 miles
    Test number
    654037276484
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail163,811 miles (+8,115)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,811 miles
    Test number
    433706106031
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass155,696 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    155,696 miles
    Test number
    260111959596
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail155,693 miles (+7,143)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,693 miles
    Test number
    237756729309
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass148,550 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    148,550 miles
    Test number
    654087145327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror cracked

  9. Fail148,510 miles (+6,951)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,510 miles
    Test number
    202847079186
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror cracked

  10. Pass141,559 miles (+5)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,559 miles
    Test number
    462711580088
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail141,554 miles (+5,838)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,554 miles
    Test number
    834065045100
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass135,716 miles (+6,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    135,716 miles
    Test number
    754448674007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  13. Pass129,340 miles (+5,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    129,340 miles
    Test number
    564950196478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass124,190 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    124,190 miles
    Test number
    907893074160
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Small chip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail124,190 miles (+8,787)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,190 miles
    Test number
    306366126733
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Small chip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass115,403 miles (+20)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    115,403 miles
    Test number
    737387143841
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp leveller adjusted
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp reflector is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak from the rear differential
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are lipped

  17. Fail115,383 miles (+10,113)3 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,383 miles
    Test number
    273081009129
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp leveller adjusted
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp reflector is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak from the rear differential
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are lipped

  18. Pass105,270 miles (+8,173)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    105,270 miles
    Test number
    509907905002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass97,097 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    97,097 miles
    Test number
    325496434059
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front brake hose slightly twisted

  20. Fail97,097 miles (+10,675)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,097 miles
    Test number
    629215434000
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front brake hose slightly twisted

  21. Pass86,422 miles (+11,030)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    86,422 miles
    Test number
    765806933096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll tyres are worn on inner edges and inner sidewalls have deep cracking at offside front and both rear
    • NoteNearside front flexible brake hose slightly twisted

  22. Pass75,392 miles (+316)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,392 miles
    Test number
    206217432016
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear brake pipes
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn unevenly and bald inner edges
    • NoteDeep cut to o/s/f tyre tread
    • NotePlastic covers and trays preventing full examination of sills and floor
    • NoteSome wear to brake discs

  23. Fail75,076 miles (+12,910)1 dangerous8 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,076 miles
    Test number
    598185222008
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear brake pipes
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn unevenly and bald inner edges
    • NoteDeep cut to o/s/f tyre tread
    • NotePlastic covers and trays preventing full examination of sills and floor
    • NoteRear brake pads worn close to service limits
    • NoteRear brake pads worn close to service limits
    • NoteSome deterioration to rear inner front bushes
    • NoteSome drag bind on n/s/f brake
    • NoteSome wear to brake discs

  24. Pass62,166 miles (+3,508)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    62,166 miles
    Test number
    423163020328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,658 miles (+5,027)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    58,658 miles
    Test number
    951111939357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,631 miles
    Test number
    920234508287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail53,631 miles (+5,169)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,631 miles
    Test number
    471384608261
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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 cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  28. Pass48,462 miles (+5,847)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,462 miles
    Test number
    694545507269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,615 miles
    Test number
    504352006278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y884 BOC

Does Y884 BOC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y884 BOC expired on 24 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y884 BOC?
The MOT on Y884 BOC expired on 24 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y884 BOC done?
Y884 BOC was recorded at 175,980 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2025, an average of 7,204 miles a year.
Has Y884 BOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y884 BOC has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y884 BOC 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 Y884 BOC find?
Y884 BOC failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2025 with 6 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 7 more.

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