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BMW 6 Series

Black · Petrol · 1986 · 3,453 cc

YYA 800MOT history

YYA 800 is a black petrol BMW 6 Series first used on 31 Dec 1986. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 182,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jul 2026
Mileage
182,586 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YYA 800
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
6 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,453 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
31 Dec 1986
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

YYA 800 was last recorded at 182,586 miles on 17 Jun 2025, 665 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 May 2010: 74,270 miles, lower than 172,237 miles on 12 Mar 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
181,921 miles · 12 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
665 miles
Average per year
1,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,586 miles
  • 2024 – 181,921 miles
  • 2023 – 181,316 miles
  • 2022 – 180,334 miles
  • 2021 – 179,292 miles
  • 2019 – 179,292 miles
  • 2011 – 177,349 miles
  • 2010 – 174,274 miles
  • 2009 – 172,237 miles
  • 2008 – 167,893 miles
  • 2007 – 162,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,586 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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,586 miles (+665)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    182,586 miles
    Test number
    316561026327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass181,921 miles (+605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    181,921 miles
    Test number
    104680219159
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,316 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    181,316 miles
    Test number
    298155847076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass180,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    180,334 miles
    Test number
    412424735781
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail180,334 miles (+1,042)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,334 miles
    Test number
    628281449668
    • DangerousNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass179,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    179,292 miles
    Test number
    561691357616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail179,292 miles (+1,943)13 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,292 miles
    Test number
    263116403446
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible tape covering some of the numbers (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INNER RACK END (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working water level ok no noise from pump (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt OUTER TRACK ROD END (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear meatl pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive STRONG ADVISE inner wheel arch front by bumper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE corrosion offside rear inner rear arch
    • AdvisoryFog light tell tail not working
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear axel bushs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pipe to flexi joint damp no signs of dripping
    • AdvisorySlight binding from nearside and offside rear wheels

  8. Pass177,349 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    177,349 miles
    Test number
    207093251108
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres bald on inner edges
    • NoteRear suspension joints slightly worn

  9. Fail177,349 miles (+3,075)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,349 miles
    Test number
    157504841120
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres bald on inner edges

  10. Pass174,274 miles (+100,004)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    174,274 miles
    Test number
    414864040144
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r floor corroded above subframe mountings
    • NoteRear suspension joints worn

  11. Fail74,270 miles (-97,967)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,270 miles
    Test number
    773991940193
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r floor corroded above subframe mountings
    • NoteRear suspension joints worn

  12. Pass172,237 miles (+35)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    172,237 miles
    Test number
    620021079092
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteCorrosion to front floor and wheelarch
    • NoteO/s sill corroded
    • NoteRear suspension joints worn.

  13. Fail172,202 miles (+4,309)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,202 miles
    Test number
    873478269024
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteCorrosion to front floor and wheelarch
    • NoteO/s sill corroded
    • NoteRear suspension joints worn.

  14. Pass167,893 miles (+25)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    167,893 miles
    Test number
    991922778013
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePAS leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteRear suspension joints worn

  15. Fail167,868 miles (+5,531)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,868 miles
    Test number
    792035368096
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePAS leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteRear suspension joints worn
    • NoteSlight play in centre drag link

  16. Pass162,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    162,337 miles
    Test number
    604364367063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read2 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    182590266061
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust emmissions slightly high 3.4%
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly warped
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSmall hole near nearside front jacking point
    • NoteSteering centre drag link slightly worn

  18. PassMileage not read1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    562950266030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust emmissions slightly high 3.4%
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly warped
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSmall hole near nearside front jacking point
    • NoteSteering centre drag link slightly worn

Questions about YYA 800

What vehicle is registration YYA 800 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YYA 800 on a black petrol BMW 6 Series first used on 31 Dec 1986. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YYA 800 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on YYA 800 expired on 11 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on YYA 800?
The MOT on YYA 800 expired on 11 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has YYA 800 done?
YYA 800 was recorded at 182,586 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2025, an average of 1,107 miles a year.
Has YYA 800 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YYA 800 has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on YYA 800 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on YYA 800 find?
YYA 800 passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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