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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

Y8 EERMOT history

Y8 EER is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

Y8 EER black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
131,549 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 EER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 EER was last recorded at 131,549 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 6,980 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,569 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,980 miles
Average per year
7,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,549 miles
  • 2025 – 124,569 miles
  • 2024 – 114,878 miles
  • 2023 – 105,973 miles
  • 2022 – 104,241 miles
  • 2021 – 101,944 miles
  • 2020 – 99,969 miles
  • 2019 – 95,293 miles
  • 2018 – 89,777 miles
  • 2017 – 84,644 miles
  • 2016 – 77,849 miles
  • 2015 – 72,072 miles
  • 2014 – 63,895 miles
  • 2013 – 48,540 miles
  • 2012 – 33,698 miles
  • 2011 – 21,412 miles
  • 2010 – 10,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,549 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryIntercooler damaged

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both forward

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,549 miles (+6,980)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    131,549 miles
    Test number
    183511389331
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntercooler damaged

  2. Pass124,569 miles (+9,691)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    124,569 miles
    Test number
    374801963027
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass114,878 miles (+8,905)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,878 miles
    Test number
    958161159065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass105,973 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,973 miles
    Test number
    665657196375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail105,972 miles (+1,731)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,972 miles
    Test number
    858576453412
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,241 miles (+2,297)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    104,241 miles
    Test number
    745776837118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly damaged Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass101,944 miles (+1,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    101,944 miles
    Test number
    583952847580
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,969 miles (+4,676)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    99,969 miles
    Test number
    582767402931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,293 miles (+5,516)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    95,293 miles
    Test number
    559282435775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,777 miles (+5,133)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,777 miles
    Test number
    290392818688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,644 miles
    Test number
    807055580925
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge

  12. Fail84,636 miles (+6,787)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,636 miles
    Test number
    255705859109
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge

  13. Pass77,849 miles (+5,777)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,849 miles
    Test number
    465116155888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,072 miles
    Test number
    296252025258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,072 miles (+8,177)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,072 miles
    Test number
    165052325274
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass63,895 miles (+15,355)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,895 miles
    Test number
    309313824281
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass48,540 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    48,540 miles
    Test number
    118797823242
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail48,540 miles (+14,842)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,540 miles
    Test number
    226427623286
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass33,698 miles (+12)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,698 miles
    Test number
    399938622256
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to get low on inner edges
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  20. Fail33,686 miles (+12,274)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,686 miles
    Test number
    727414122248
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from the N/S diff. output seal.

  21. Pass21,412 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,412 miles
    Test number
    279134221238
    • 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)

  22. Fail21,412 miles (+10,486)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,412 miles
    Test number
    305504221433
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  23. Pass10,926 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    10,926 miles
    Test number
    712303760296
    • NoteAll four tyres worn on inner edges

Questions about Y8 EER

Does Y8 EER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 EER is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 EER?
The MOT on Y8 EER is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 EER done?
Y8 EER was recorded at 131,549 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 7,547 miles a year.
Has Y8 EER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 EER has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y8 EER 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 Y8 EER find?
Y8 EER passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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