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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y889 YTPMOT history

Y889 YTP is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 212,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

Y889 YTP silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
212,254 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y889 YTP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y889 YTP was last recorded at 212,254 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,246 miles · 25 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
7,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,254 miles
  • 2025 – 210,067 miles
  • 2024 – 206,269 miles
  • 2023 – 202,208 miles
  • 2022 – 196,037 miles
  • 2021 – 191,331 miles
  • 2020 – 187,980 miles
  • 2019 – 183,929 miles
  • 2018 – 177,852 miles
  • 2017 – 173,206 miles
  • 2016 – 167,958 miles
  • 2015 – 161,775 miles
  • 2014 – 152,462 miles
  • 2013 – 142,925 miles
  • 2012 – 137,310 miles
  • 2011 – 128,603 miles
  • 2010 – 119,025 miles
  • 2009 – 106,304 miles
  • 2008 – 94,655 miles
  • 2007 – 82,276 miles
  • 2006 – 65,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,254 miles
  • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded - NS/OS

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded - NS/OS

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,254 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    212,254 miles
    Test number
    882067828386
    • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail212,246 miles (+2,179)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,246 miles
    Test number
    565531567968
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn - D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn - D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass210,067 miles (+14)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    210,067 miles
    Test number
    320285494113
    • Advisory- Suspension and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement - NS/OS D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded - NS/OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge - NS/OS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded - NS/OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail210,053 miles (+3,784)11 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,053 miles
    Test number
    652294946591
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Advisory- Suspension and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement - NS/OS D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded - NS/OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge - NS/OS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded - NS/OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass206,269 miles (+4,061)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    206,269 miles
    Test number
    878883375229
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective * * (3.4 (b) (i))
    • Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material - NS/OS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded - NS/OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured * * NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output * * NS/OS (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material - NS/OS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded - NS/OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured * * NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement - NS/OS trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive - NS/OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured * * NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass202,208 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    202,208 miles
    Test number
    883097000519
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill, cover fitted impairing full view (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail202,208 miles (+6,171)4 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,208 miles
    Test number
    283466963674
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill, cover fitted impairing full view (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass196,037 miles (+4,706)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    196,037 miles
    Test number
    736217743967
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass191,331 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    191,331 miles
    Test number
    879688371625
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer inlet pipe pin holed (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail191,331 miles (+3,351)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,331 miles
    Test number
    997722475112
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass187,980 miles (+55)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    187,980 miles
    Test number
    843512816194
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail187,925 miles (+3,996)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,925 miles
    Test number
    815523425470
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass183,929 miles (+6,077)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    183,929 miles
    Test number
    963424800280
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play swivel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass177,852 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    177,852 miles
    Test number
    776627189539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass173,206 miles (+5,248)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    173,206 miles
    Test number
    512379600890
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryThe emissions were high

  16. Pass167,958 miles (+6,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    167,958 miles
    Test number
    487623224684
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  17. Pass161,775 miles (+9,313)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    161,775 miles
    Test number
    285980233262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass152,462 miles (+9,537)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    152,462 miles
    Test number
    609360614384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass142,925 miles (+5,615)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    142,925 miles
    Test number
    887131593290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass137,310 miles (+8,707)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    137,310 miles
    Test number
    595362812368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass128,603 miles (+9,578)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    128,603 miles
    Test number
    508468701227
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear springs squeak

  22. Pass119,025 miles (+12,721)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    119,025 miles
    Test number
    111660310254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,304 miles (+11,649)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    106,304 miles
    Test number
    402055419217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass94,655 miles (+12,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    94,655 miles
    Test number
    383974518426
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass82,276 miles (+16,549)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    82,276 miles
    Test number
    280455027203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass65,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    65,727 miles
    Test number
    850822916272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y889 YTP

Does Y889 YTP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y889 YTP is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y889 YTP?
The MOT on Y889 YTP is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y889 YTP done?
Y889 YTP was recorded at 212,254 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 7,299 miles a year.
Has Y889 YTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y889 YTP has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y889 YTP 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 Y889 YTP find?
Y889 YTP passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: - suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; side repeater slightly discoloured - ns/os.

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