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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y893 PLAMOT history

Y893 PLA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 132,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2023.

Y893 PLA silver 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 2 Aug 2024
Mileage
132,549 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y893 PLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y893 PLA was last recorded at 132,549 miles on 27 Jul 2023, 2,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,763 miles · 1 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,786 miles
Average per year
5,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,549 miles
  • 2022 – 129,763 miles
  • 2021 – 128,392 miles
  • 2020 – 127,481 miles
  • 2019 – 124,247 miles
  • 2018 – 113,517 miles
  • 2017 – 109,903 miles
  • 2016 – 105,142 miles
  • 2015 – 100,078 miles
  • 2014 – 95,746 miles
  • 2013 – 90,789 miles
  • 2012 – 83,500 miles
  • 2011 – 74,812 miles
  • 2010 – 65,005 miles
  • 2008 – 54,160 miles
  • 2007 – 45,052 miles
  • 2006 – 33,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,549 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody, suspension, coil springs and brake pipes
  • AdvisoryVarious major oil leaks

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,549 miles
    Test number
    681034231833
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody, suspension, coil springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryVarious major oil leaks

  2. Fail132,548 miles (+2,785)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,548 miles
    Test number
    637357360774
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine misfiring (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody, suspension, coil springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryEcu fault light on
    • AdvisoryVarious major oil leaks

  3. Pass129,763 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,763 miles
    Test number
    379067364362
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion to suspension, exhaust and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various engine and transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail129,763 miles (+1,371)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,763 miles
    Test number
    558156008354
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion to suspension, exhaust and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various engine and transmission oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,392 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    128,392 miles
    Test number
    369782297445
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to underbody, exhaust, suspension and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  6. Fail128,392 miles (+911)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,392 miles
    Test number
    768194473436
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to underbody, exhaust, suspension and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  7. Pass127,481 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    127,481 miles
    Test number
    115016622503
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to underbody, ineer/outer sills, metal brake pipes, exhaust.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail127,481 miles (+3,234)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,481 miles
    Test number
    403625576343
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to underbody, ineer/outer sills, metal brake pipes, exhaust.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass124,247 miles (+10,730)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,247 miles
    Test number
    928592241031
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust, coil springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leaks
    • AdvisoryWipers poor clearing screen

  10. Pass113,517 miles (+3,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,517 miles
    Test number
    225771884965
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes perishing

  11. Pass109,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    109,903 miles
    Test number
    866442569095
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres going bald on inner edges and cuts/splits to inner sidewalls

  12. Fail109,903 miles (+4,761)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,903 miles
    Test number
    555352418624
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres going bald on inner edges and cuts/splits to inner sidewalls

  13. Pass105,142 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,142 miles
    Test number
    131194254374
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryTyres wearing on edges

  14. Fail105,142 miles (+5,064)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,142 miles
    Test number
    781134569372
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryTyres wearing on edges

  15. Pass100,078 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    100,078 miles
    Test number
    407596605233
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake discs surface corrosion
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteMinor oil leaks

  16. Fail100,078 miles (+4,332)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,078 miles
    Test number
    795976005297
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake discs surface corrosion
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteMinor oil leaks

  17. Pass95,746 miles (+4,957)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,746 miles
    Test number
    966683514215
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake discs corroding
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteHandbrake has travel
    • NoteVarious minor oil and coolant leaks

  18. Pass90,789 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    90,789 miles
    Test number
    479945713207
    • NoteBrake discs corroding
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to distort and going bald on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on legal limit

  19. Fail90,789 miles (+7,289)1 failure1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,789 miles
    Test number
    558555713273
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake discs corroding
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to distort and going bald on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on legal limit

  20. Pass83,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,500 miles
    Test number
    358297202435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,500 miles (+8,688)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,500 miles
    Test number
    108727202223
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs lipped and pitted

  22. Pass74,812 miles (+9,807)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,812 miles
    Test number
    475404411257
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs lipped and grooved

  23. Pass65,005 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    65,005 miles
    Test number
    300875310298
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes worn
    • NoteOffside front door shut corroded
    • NoteSlight play in both front ball joints

  24. Fail65,005 miles (+10,845)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,005 miles
    Test number
    861645310260
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes worn
    • NoteOffside front door shut corroded
    • NoteSlight play in both front ball joints

  25. Pass54,160 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,160 miles
    Test number
    443237548480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteRear differential slight oil weep

  26. Fail54,160 miles (+9,108)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,160 miles
    Test number
    223777348399
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteRear differential slight oil weep

  27. Fail45,052 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,052 miles
    Test number
    610531817323
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  28. Pass45,052 miles (+11,512)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    45,052 miles
    Test number
    694391117397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,540 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    33,540 miles
    Test number
    244783206349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y893 PLA

Does Y893 PLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y893 PLA expired on 2 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y893 PLA?
The MOT on Y893 PLA expired on 2 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y893 PLA done?
Y893 PLA was recorded at 132,549 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2023, an average of 5,915 miles a year.
Has Y893 PLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y893 PLA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y893 PLA 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 Y893 PLA find?
Y893 PLA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2023 with 2 advisories: corrosion to underbody, suspension, coil springs and brake pipes; various major oil leaks.

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