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BMW 3 SERIES

BLACK · PETROL · 2010 · 1,995cc

🇬🇧UK
YD60USG
report date: 2026-07-18
infoGeneral Information
MakeBMW
Model3 SERIES
ColourBLACK
Year of manufacture2010
Fuel typePETROL
Wheelplan2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration01 Nov 2010
Vehicle age16 years
Type approvalM1
Date of last V5C issued09 Jun 2026
Marked for exportNo
Ownership stabilityRecent acquisition
Estimated current ownership0.1 years
local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption
Engine capacity1,995 cc
Fuel typePETROL
COâ‚‚ emissions (official)148 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)~47 MPG
Environmental rating2/10
ULEZ & Environmental ComplianceLikely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost~£1,426
0 – 100 A 101 – 120 BC 121 – 140 DE 141 – 165 FG ◀ This vehicle (148g/km) 166 – 185 HI 186 – 225 JK 225+ L
assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT
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✗ Untaxed Tax due: 17 Apr 2026
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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 11 May 2027
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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown
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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: YD60USG
297
days (11 May 2027)
0
days (17 Apr 2026)
RegistrationYD60USG
MOT status✓ Valid
MOT expiry date11 May 2027
MOT days remaining297 days
Tax statusUntaxed
Tax due date17 Apr 2026
Tax days remaining0 days
V5C last issued09 Jun 2026
Marked for exportNo
ULEZ complianceLikely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcomeLikely to Require Attention
Service reminder2742 miles in ~3 months
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AI Buyer Risk IndicatorwarningMedium Risk — Check History Carefully
Smart Buyer RecommendationMixed history. Seek an independent inspection and negotiate the price to reflect repair risk.
Vehicle Condition RatingPoor
Vehicle Reliability Rating5.4 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction95% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT OutcomeLikely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail TrendImproving
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)Above class average
MOT History Score70/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score40/100 — Medium Risk
Data Confidence Score95%
Vehicle Transparency Score100/100
Vehicle Usage PatternStandard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost~£2,366 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost~£1,426
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost~£940
Future Repair & Defect PredictionLighting / Electrical, Suspension & Steering
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner IndicatorNot indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime~1.1 years (at current mileage rate)
summarizeAI Vehicle Summary
AI-Generated Summary BMW 3 SERIES (2010), BLACK, PETROL, 1,995cc. Has completed 16 MOT tests, with a 81% pass rate (13 passed, 3 failed). Recorded 137,607 miles, averaging 10,969 miles/yr. 8 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 54/100 (Poor). Mixed history. Seek an independent inspection and negotiate the price to reflect repair risk.
historyMOT History Summary
MOT expiry date2027-05-11
MOT pass rate
81%
Tests passed13
Tests failed3
Dangerous defects (total)0
Major defects (total)0
Minor defects (total)0
Advisory items (total)8
Pass / Fail trendImproving
vs. UK class averageAbove class average
fact_checkFull MOT History (16 Tests)
MOT #16 2026-05-05 15:02
Test number: 614373978288
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 11 May 2027
Odometer: 137,607 MI
Items: 3
  • Advisory Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • Advisory Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • Advisory Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £310 – £800
MOT #15 2025-04-19 09:44
Test number: 312152687450
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 11 May 2026
Odometer: 127,677 MI
Items: 4
  • Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe flexi's (6.1.2 (a))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £360 – £1,400
MOT #14 2024-05-10 13:35
Test number: 105243043806
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 11 May 2025
Odometer: 117,743 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #13 2023-05-09 11:01
Test number: 399412519373
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 11 May 2024
Odometer: 106,686 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #12 2022-05-10 15:27
Test number: 684509740957
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 11 May 2023
Odometer: 97,281 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #11 2021-05-12 17:04
Test number: 740582011327
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 11 May 2022
Odometer: 97,217 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #10 2019-10-28 15:39
Test number: 932418360129
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 03 Nov 2020
Odometer: 92,825 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #9 2019-10-28 15:39
Test number: 832084519420
Result: ✗ Failed
Odometer: 92,825 MI
Items: 2
  • Advisory Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • Advisory Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £600
MOT #8 2018-10-26 15:58
Test number: 811818661992
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 03 Nov 2019
Odometer: 87,168 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #7 2018-10-26 15:58
Test number: 679519238211
Result: ✗ Failed
Odometer: 87,168 MI
Items: 1
  • Advisory Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £50 – £300
MOT #6 2017-11-04 15:06
Test number: 574590715540
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 03 Nov 2018
Odometer: 82,535 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #5 2016-10-10 15:43
Test number: 271958328535
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 03 Nov 2017
Odometer: 75,453 MI
Items: 0
No defects or advisories recorded.
MOT #4 2015-10-31 12:16
Test number: 458819168404
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 03 Nov 2016
Odometer: 61,239 MI
Items: 1
  • Advisory Aftermarket hid bulbs fitted
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £50 – £300
MOT #3 2014-11-04 14:41
Test number: 246848304333
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 03 Nov 2015
Odometer: 48,677 MI
Items: 3
  • Advisory Aftermarket HID kit fitted
  • Advisory Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  • Advisory Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £300 – £2,600
MOT #2 2014-11-01 07:58
Test number: 929465504396
Result: ✗ Failed
Odometer: 48,531 MI
Items: 6
  • Fail Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  • Fail Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  • Advisory Aftermarket HID kit fitted
  • Advisory Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  • Advisory Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  • Advisory Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £450 – £3,500
MOT #1 2013-10-18 16:35
Test number: 698911493264
Result: ✓ Passed
Next expiry date: 03 Nov 2014
Odometer: 32,392 MI
Items: 3
  • Advisory Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  • Advisory Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  • Advisory Engine management light was on during emission test
account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £270 – £2,450
speedMileage Check
Odometer unitmiles
Mileage registrations16
First registration2013-10-18
Last registration2026-05-05
Latest reading137,607 miles
Annual avg (est.)10,969 mi/yr
vs UK averageAbove average
% of UK avg154%
Mileage growth trendConsistent use
Wear level87% — Very High Wear
Odometer consistency✓ Consistent
mileage ↑ vehicle age →
Registration #12013-10-1832,392 miles
Registration #22014-11-0148,531 miles
Registration #32014-11-0448,677 miles
Registration #42015-10-3161,239 miles
Registration #52016-10-1075,453 miles
Registration #62017-11-0482,535 miles
Registration #72018-10-2687,168 miles
Registration #82018-10-2687,168 miles
Registration #92019-10-2892,825 miles
Registration #102019-10-2892,825 miles
Registration #112021-05-1297,217 miles
Registration #122022-05-1097,281 miles
Registration #132023-05-09106,686 miles
Registration #142024-05-10117,743 miles
Registration #152025-04-19127,677 miles
Registration #162026-05-05137,607 miles
infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.
list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories
ℹ Top Advisories
Ball Joint×2
Shock Absorber×2
Suspension×1
Oil Leak Repair×1
Exhaust System×1
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checklistMOT Preparation Advice
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Advisory Items
£720 – £2,500
8 items noted
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All-Time Total Est.
£1,890 – £11,950
Across all MOT tests
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Latest MOT Est.
£310 – £800
Most recent test
info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.
trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation
Est. Market Value
£2,300
Based on age, mileage & condition
Annual Depreciation
£311
~14% per year
Running Cost / yr
£2,366
Fuel + maintenance est.
Vehicle Age
16
years old
info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.