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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

Y896 KRXMOT history

Y896 KRX is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 101,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

Y896 KRX red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
101,398 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 KRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 KRX was last recorded at 101,398 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 1,147 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,251 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,147 miles
Average per year
4,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,398 miles
  • 2025 – 100,251 miles
  • 2024 – 99,172 miles
  • 2023 – 98,008 miles
  • 2022 – 96,480 miles
  • 2021 – 94,042 miles
  • 2019 – 91,696 miles
  • 2018 – 87,931 miles
  • 2017 – 81,467 miles
  • 2016 – 75,732 miles
  • 2015 – 69,213 miles
  • 2014 – 63,497 miles
  • 2013 – 57,255 miles
  • 2012 – 48,651 miles
  • 2011 – 41,909 miles
  • 2010 – 34,722 miles
  • 2009 – 30,166 miles
  • 2008 – 27,727 miles
  • 2007 – 23,224 miles
  • 2006 – 20,816 miles
  • 2005 – 18,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,398 miles

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,398 miles (+1,147)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    101,398 miles
    Test number
    252301964138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,251 miles (+1,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,251 miles
    Test number
    304745505364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass99,172 miles (+1,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    99,172 miles
    Test number
    798600895804
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass98,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,008 miles
    Test number
    624564407105
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail98,008 miles (+2)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,008 miles
    Test number
    383380962725
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail98,006 miles (+1,526)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,006 miles
    Test number
    537404239973
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass96,480 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    96,480 miles
    Test number
    721261141090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail96,480 miles (+2,438)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,480 miles
    Test number
    289884260573
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass94,042 miles (+2,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,042 miles
    Test number
    201977234450
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass91,696 miles (+3,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,696 miles
    Test number
    545767639657
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass87,931 miles (+6,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,931 miles
    Test number
    460206108995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass81,467 miles (+5,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,467 miles
    Test number
    171516053607
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of belt

  13. Pass75,732 miles (+6,519)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,732 miles
    Test number
    302047193074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,213 miles (+5,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,213 miles
    Test number
    109480675161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass63,497 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,497 miles
    Test number
    877456604203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,255 miles (+8,604)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,255 miles
    Test number
    887042323221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,651 miles (+6,742)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,651 miles
    Test number
    438255202225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,909 miles (+7,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,909 miles
    Test number
    439426301215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass34,722 miles (+4,556)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,722 miles
    Test number
    944548790181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass30,166 miles (+2,439)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    30,166 miles
    Test number
    362751319287
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  21. Pass27,727 miles (+4,503)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    27,727 miles
    Test number
    363482618258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  22. Pass23,224 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,224 miles
    Test number
    731823717252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,816 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,816 miles
    Test number
    503355206287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    18,645 miles
    Test number
    624484615273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y896 KRX

Does Y896 KRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 KRX is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y896 KRX?
The MOT on Y896 KRX is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 KRX done?
Y896 KRX was recorded at 101,398 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 4,039 miles a year.
Has Y896 KRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 KRX has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y896 KRX 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 Y896 KRX find?
Y896 KRX passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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