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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,200 cc

4 RAYMOT history

4 RAY is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 98,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

4 RAY blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,453 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
4 RAY
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

4 RAY was last recorded at 98,453 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,442 miles · 7 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,453 miles
  • 2024 – 98,442 miles
  • 2023 – 89,956 miles
  • 2022 – 85,838 miles
  • 2021 – 81,511 miles
  • 2020 – 78,423 miles
  • 2018 – 68,451 miles
  • 2017 – 67,299 miles
  • 2016 – 67,255 miles
  • 2015 – 67,222 miles
  • 2014 – 67,176 miles
  • 2013 – 66,193 miles
  • 2012 – 63,461 miles
  • 2011 – 59,513 miles
  • 2010 – 55,611 miles
  • 2009 – 50,384 miles
  • 2008 – 41,557 miles
  • 2007 – 31,945 miles
  • 2006 – 26,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,453 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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,453 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,453 miles
    Test number
    545727376491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,442 miles (+8,486)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,442 miles
    Test number
    174220599146
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass89,956 miles (+4,118)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,956 miles
    Test number
    403390701362
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front & offside side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass85,838 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,838 miles
    Test number
    844174209315
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail85,838 miles (+4,327)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,838 miles
    Test number
    506646417029
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass81,511 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,511 miles
    Test number
    301863543883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,503 miles (+3,080)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,503 miles
    Test number
    700000295834
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass78,423 miles (+9,972)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,423 miles
    Test number
    768836300470
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake low on effort

  9. Pass68,451 miles (+1,152)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,451 miles
    Test number
    503013134671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,299 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,299 miles
    Test number
    205220860887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,255 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,255 miles
    Test number
    554849203523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,222 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,222 miles
    Test number
    949404152651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,176 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,176 miles
    Test number
    587708754263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,193 miles (+2,732)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,193 miles
    Test number
    946236853062
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass63,461 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,461 miles
    Test number
    737866892039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,513 miles (+3,902)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,513 miles
    Test number
    567652581070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,611 miles (+5,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,611 miles
    Test number
    370988590096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass50,384 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,384 miles
    Test number
    831048609230
    • 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)

  19. Fail50,348 miles (+8,791)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    114805309296
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • 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)

  20. Pass41,557 miles (+9,612)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,557 miles
    Test number
    523237008251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,945 miles (+5,828)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    31,945 miles
    Test number
    372847207246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,117 miles
    Test number
    850362806240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 4 RAY

What vehicle is registration 4 RAY currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 4 RAY on a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 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 4 RAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 4 RAY is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on 4 RAY?
The MOT on 4 RAY is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 4 RAY done?
4 RAY was recorded at 98,453 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 3,742 miles a year.
Has 4 RAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 4 RAY has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on 4 RAY 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 4 RAY find?
4 RAY passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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