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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

Y8 TBNMOT history

Y8 TBN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 147,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

Y8 TBN blue 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 20 May 2027
Mileage
147,114 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 TBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 TBN was last recorded at 147,114 miles on 21 May 2026, 12,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,993 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,121 miles
Average per year
7,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,114 miles
  • 2025 – 134,993 miles
  • 2024 – 124,743 miles
  • 2021 – 113,066 miles
  • 2020 – 101,953 miles
  • 2019 – 90,933 miles
  • 2018 – 87,670 miles
  • 2017 – 85,123 miles
  • 2016 – 81,161 miles
  • 2015 – 77,158 miles
  • 2014 – 70,400 miles
  • 2013 – 65,548 miles
  • 2012 – 55,471 miles
  • 2011 – 37,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,114 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 hose slightly deteriorated Both front flexis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (cracking)

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (cracking)

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,114 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    147,114 miles
    Test number
    827959517102
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail147,114 miles (+12,121)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,114 miles
    Test number
    456074830582
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass134,993 miles (+10,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,993 miles
    Test number
    106839125698
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass124,743 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,743 miles
    Test number
    215178372446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front flexis (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency only just met

  5. Fail124,742 miles (+11,676)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,742 miles
    Test number
    142309779059
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front flexis (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass113,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,066 miles
    Test number
    639506034600
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail113,066 miles (+11,113)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,066 miles
    Test number
    519524962656
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass101,953 miles (+11,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,953 miles
    Test number
    253655311838
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on pads ok

  9. Pass90,933 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,933 miles
    Test number
    812691151493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail90,905 miles (+3,235)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,905 miles
    Test number
    639105803377
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass87,670 miles (+1)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,670 miles
    Test number
    676583476628
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (cracking) (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (cracking) (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  12. Fail87,669 miles (+2,546)2 dangerous3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,669 miles
    Test number
    717351302566
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust silencer insecure pipe clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (cracking) (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (cracking) (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  13. Pass85,123 miles (+3,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,123 miles
    Test number
    639434222612
    • 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)

  14. Pass81,161 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    81,161 miles
    Test number
    839023909274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,157 miles (+3,999)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,157 miles
    Test number
    255229184549
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass77,158 miles (+6,758)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,158 miles
    Test number
    256364585413
    • NoteSlight un-even wear on offside front tyre.

  17. Pass70,400 miles (+4,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,400 miles
    Test number
    765629284140
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass65,548 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,548 miles
    Test number
    348130573187
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail65,548 miles (+10,077)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,548 miles
    Test number
    388080473193
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass55,471 miles (+17,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,471 miles
    Test number
    788633742257
    • 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)

  21. Pass37,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,768 miles
    Test number
    459006631220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 TBN

Does Y8 TBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 TBN is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 TBN?
The MOT on Y8 TBN is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 TBN done?
Y8 TBN was recorded at 147,114 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 7,418 miles a year.
Has Y8 TBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 TBN has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 TBN 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 TBN find?
Y8 TBN passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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