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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

550 OMXMOT history

550 OMX is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2024.

550 OMX blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2024
Mileage
89,887 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
550 OMX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

550 OMX was last recorded at 89,887 miles on 17 Apr 2024, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,812 miles · 13 May 2023
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
4,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,887 miles
  • 2023 – 89,812 miles
  • 2022 – 88,434 miles
  • 2021 – 85,895 miles
  • 2020 – 84,672 miles
  • 2019 – 82,817 miles
  • 2018 – 79,539 miles
  • 2017 – 77,109 miles
  • 2016 – 72,830 miles
  • 2015 – 68,192 miles
  • 2014 – 61,616 miles
  • 2013 – 55,466 miles
  • 2012 – 48,322 miles
  • 2011 – 41,835 miles
  • 2009 – 31,680 miles
  • 2008 – 24,937 miles
  • 2007 – 19,332 miles
  • 2006 – 16,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,887 miles
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front wiper blades deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail89,887 miles (+75)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,887 miles
    Test number
    299599995589
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass89,812 miles (+1,378)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,812 miles
    Test number
    439302579639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass88,434 miles (+2,539)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,434 miles
    Test number
    800365485263
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass85,895 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    85,895 miles
    Test number
    395895652512
    • AdvisoryAll 4 jacking points are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail85,895 miles (+1,223)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,895 miles
    Test number
    754666371577
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 jacking points are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass84,672 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    84,672 miles
    Test number
    763230086735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,817 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,817 miles
    Test number
    797772964790
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySide repeaters and rear indicators faded

  8. Fail82,817 miles (+3,278)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,817 miles
    Test number
    836358511367
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySide repeaters and rear indicators faded

  9. Pass79,539 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,539 miles
    Test number
    994891326513
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades deteriorated

  10. Fail79,539 miles (+2,430)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,539 miles
    Test number
    580264177208
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades deteriorated

  11. Pass77,109 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    77,109 miles
    Test number
    692800074514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,085 miles (+4,255)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,085 miles
    Test number
    110225436604
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass72,830 miles (+4,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,830 miles
    Test number
    997715223140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass68,192 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,192 miles
    Test number
    525695815004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,179 miles (+6,563)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,179 miles
    Test number
    689644415067
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  16. Pass61,616 miles (+6,150)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    61,616 miles
    Test number
    385993314001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,466 miles (+7,144)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    55,466 miles
    Test number
    377831413025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,322 miles (+6,487)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    48,322 miles
    Test number
    419526112083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,835 miles (+10,155)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,835 miles
    Test number
    117434321048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing from edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing from edges

  20. Pass31,680 miles (+6,743)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,680 miles
    Test number
    611257219163
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

  21. Pass24,937 miles (+5,605)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,937 miles
    Test number
    863000308158
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass19,332 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,332 miles
    Test number
    693294197082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,320 miles (+2,638)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,320 miles
    Test number
    991483897064
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass16,682 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,682 miles
    Test number
    143267486025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteADVISE BOTH REAR TYRE ARE GET LOW

Questions about 550 OMX

What vehicle is registration 550 OMX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 550 OMX on a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 2002. 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 550 OMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 550 OMX expired on 31 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 550 OMX?
The MOT on 550 OMX expired on 31 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 550 OMX done?
550 OMX was recorded at 89,887 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2024, an average of 4,054 miles a year.
Has 550 OMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 550 OMX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on 550 OMX 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 550 OMX find?
550 OMX failed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2024 with 2 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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