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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

220 BMWMOT history

220 BMW is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

220 BMW silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2026
Mileage
105,289 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
220 BMW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

220 BMW was last recorded at 105,289 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 382 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,907 miles · 18 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
382 miles
Average per year
1,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,289 miles
  • 2025 – 104,907 miles
  • 2024 – 104,715 miles
  • 2022 – 104,715 miles
  • 2021 – 104,043 miles
  • 2020 – 102,619 miles
  • 2019 – 102,560 miles
  • 2018 – 101,048 miles
  • 2017 – 99,579 miles
  • 2016 – 97,938 miles
  • 2015 – 93,680 miles
  • 2014 – 90,514 miles
  • 2013 – 88,540 miles
  • 2012 – 85,963 miles
  • 2011 – 82,340 miles
  • 2010 – 81,339 miles
  • 2009 – 79,441 miles
  • 2008 – 77,258 miles
  • 2007 – 74,754 miles
  • 2006 – 68,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,289 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle Undersealed

What MOT failures 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.

  • N/s and o/s outer sills slightly coroded at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,289 miles (+382)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,289 miles
    Test number
    656292637396
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Undersealed

  2. Pass104,907 miles (+192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    104,907 miles
    Test number
    406872355846
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,715 miles
    Test number
    710684461113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,715 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    104,715 miles
    Test number
    793435859209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,043 miles (+1,424)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    104,043 miles
    Test number
    992496560521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass102,619 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,619 miles
    Test number
    664622110998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail102,610 miles (+50)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,610 miles
    Test number
    688902778205
    • MajorEmissions not tested missfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass102,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    102,560 miles
    Test number
    134914348461
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s outer sills slightly coroded at rear

  9. Fail102,560 miles (+1,512)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,560 miles
    Test number
    385077384467
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s outer sills slightly coroded at rear

  10. Pass101,048 miles (+1,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,048 miles
    Test number
    888551498349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass99,579 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,579 miles
    Test number
    573997515935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,568 miles (+1,630)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,568 miles
    Test number
    916228267414
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass97,938 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,938 miles
    Test number
    744062114100
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail97,933 miles (+4,253)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,933 miles
    Test number
    383945959148
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass93,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    93,680 miles
    Test number
    206695675073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail93,679 miles (+3,165)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,679 miles
    Test number
    866005275021
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass90,514 miles (+1,974)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,514 miles
    Test number
    779591614085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    88,540 miles
    Test number
    139475023011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,540 miles (+2,577)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,540 miles
    Test number
    186644723485
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass85,963 miles (+3,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,963 miles
    Test number
    396057322047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass82,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    82,340 miles
    Test number
    208907921015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,340 miles (+1,001)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,340 miles
    Test number
    655636821002
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass81,339 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,339 miles
    Test number
    292887110495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre getting low on tread
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake discs
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake discs
    • NoteSlight residue of oil on power steering pipe

  24. Fail81,339 miles (+1,898)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,339 miles
    Test number
    771907010172
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre getting low on tread
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake discs
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake discs
    • NoteSlight residue of oil on power steering pipe

  25. Pass79,441 miles (+2,183)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,441 miles
    Test number
    324171829140
    • NoteBoth fronts tyres getting low starting to wear on inner edge

  26. Pass77,258 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    77,258 miles
    Test number
    101393238178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass74,754 miles (+6,412)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    74,754 miles
    Test number
    470294717498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass68,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    68,342 miles
    Test number
    513608606326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 220 BMW

What vehicle is registration 220 BMW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 220 BMW on a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Sept 2001. 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 220 BMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 220 BMW expired on 17 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 220 BMW?
The MOT on 220 BMW expired on 17 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 220 BMW done?
220 BMW was recorded at 105,289 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 1,897 miles a year.
Has 220 BMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 220 BMW has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 220 BMW 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 220 BMW find?
220 BMW failed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 1 major defect and 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 1 more.

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