No, Y398 UBY is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for Y398 UBY?

The MOT for Y398 UBY is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 July 2015.

What is the recorded mileage of Y398 UBY?

The recorded mileage for Y398 UBY is 148,745 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is Y398 UBY ULEZ compliant?

No, Y398 UBY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does Y398 UBY have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, Y398 UBY is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2001 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · Y398 UBY

Y398 UBY

2001 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2001. Recorded mileage 148,745 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2001 · Leeds
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 02/07/2015
Road Tax: Untaxed (31/03/2015)
Recorded Mileage: 148,745 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 02/07/2015

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 31/03/2015

Mileage: 148,745 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2001
Engine: 2494cc

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Y398 UBY Key Findings

8 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2014
148,745 miles recorded at latest MOT
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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Y398 UBY Mileage History

20/07/2006107,132 mi
04/09/2007111,409 mi+4,277 mi
06/01/2009119,031 mi+7,622 mi
10/09/2010128,810 mi+9,779 mi
12/09/2011135,976 mi+7,166 mi
11/09/2012137,830 mi+1,854 mi
03/07/2013139,076 mi+1,246 mi
02/07/2014148,745 mi+9,669 mi

Average of roughly 5,234 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.

Y398 UBY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 17:33

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

8 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 BMW 3 Series (Y398 UBY) between July 2006 and July 2014.

The record contains 8 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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