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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

Y8 GWJMOT history

Y8 GWJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 132,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

Y8 GWJ black 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 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
132,016 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 GWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
14 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 GWJ was last recorded at 132,016 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 4,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,317 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,699 miles
Average per year
11,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,016 miles
  • 2025 – 127,317 miles
  • 2024 – 116,868 miles
  • 2023 – 103,461 miles
  • 2022 – 90,305 miles
  • 2021 – 78,227 miles
  • 2020 – 65,384 miles
  • 2019 – 52,612 miles
  • 2018 – 40,333 miles
  • 2017 – 28,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,016 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    132,016 miles
    Test number
    846772605450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail132,016 miles (+4,699)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,016 miles
    Test number
    129309040273
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,317 miles (+10,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    127,317 miles
    Test number
    512522396917
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass116,868 miles (+13,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    116,868 miles
    Test number
    584737134882
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass103,461 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    103,461 miles
    Test number
    967924422467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn and feathering on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod inner ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn and feathering on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail103,461 miles (+13,156)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,461 miles
    Test number
    193134757196
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn and feathering on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod inner ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn and feathering on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,305 miles (+12,078)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,305 miles
    Test number
    941290930184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,227 miles (+12,843)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    78,227 miles
    Test number
    974777702246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,384 miles (+12,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,384 miles
    Test number
    224271652346
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass52,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    212369845790
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn slightly on edges

  11. Fail52,612 miles (+12,279)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    125930548591
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn slightly on edges

  12. Pass40,333 miles (+12,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,333 miles
    Test number
    229805287371
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front track rod

  13. Pass28,160 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,160 miles
    Test number
    407341172870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail28,159 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,159 miles
    Test number
    997048292266
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y8 GWJ

Does Y8 GWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 GWJ is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 GWJ?
The MOT on Y8 GWJ is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 GWJ done?
Y8 GWJ was recorded at 132,016 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 11,412 miles a year.
Has Y8 GWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 GWJ has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 GWJ 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 GWJ find?
Y8 GWJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end.

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