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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,895 cc

CSV 281MOT history

CSV 281 is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 123,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

CSV 281 blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2026
Mileage
123,136 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,905 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
CSV 281
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2026
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

CSV 281 was last recorded at 123,136 miles on 15 May 2025, 1,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,523 miles · 10 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,613 miles
Average per year
4,905 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,136 miles
  • 2024 – 121,523 miles
  • 2023 – 120,573 miles
  • 2022 – 120,571 miles
  • 2019 – 120,509 miles
  • 2018 – 120,266 miles
  • 2016 – 118,369 miles
  • 2015 – 114,613 miles
  • 2014 – 112,258 miles
  • 2013 – 109,289 miles
  • 2012 – 107,192 miles
  • 2011 – 102,618 miles
  • 2010 – 95,745 miles
  • 2009 – 79,094 miles
  • 2008 – 61,052 miles
  • 2007 – 45,497 miles
  • 2006 – 30,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,136 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySill covers fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderbody covered with underseal

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Some corrosion to o/s outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Some corrosion to o/s/r suspension arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front tyre perished and cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,136 miles (+1,613)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    123,136 miles
    Test number
    132511601431
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered with underseal

  2. Pass121,523 miles (+950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    121,523 miles
    Test number
    703348410574
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Pass120,573 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,573 miles
    Test number
    832162982832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arms corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Pass120,571 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    120,571 miles
    Test number
    249924323028
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s outer sill
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s/r suspension arm

  5. Fail120,570 miles (+61)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,570 miles
    Test number
    590889083439
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s outer sill
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s/r suspension arm

  6. Pass120,509 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,509 miles
    Test number
    987865256413
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension arm corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/f and o/s/f floor
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r and o/s/r floor

  7. Fail120,507 miles (+241)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,507 miles
    Test number
    450411154238
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension arm corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/f and o/s/f floor
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r and o/s/r floor

  8. Pass120,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    120,266 miles
    Test number
    181858430727
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Fail120,265 miles (+1,896)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,265 miles
    Test number
    790322754489
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass118,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    118,369 miles
    Test number
    276327968477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,369 miles (+3,756)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,369 miles
    Test number
    618612926656
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass114,613 miles (+2,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,613 miles
    Test number
    535251795194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass112,258 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    112,258 miles
    Test number
    725316094124
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail112,241 miles (+2,952)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,241 miles
    Test number
    296825194442
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass109,289 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    109,289 miles
    Test number
    386620803260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail109,243 miles (+2,051)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,243 miles
    Test number
    878054683155
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass107,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,192 miles
    Test number
    296133202251
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail107,192 miles (+4,574)5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,192 miles
    Test number
    367463502280
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass102,618 miles (+6,873)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    102,618 miles
    Test number
    898174501135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    95,745 miles
    Test number
    762194450110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,745 miles (+16,651)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,745 miles
    Test number
    944283550178
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass79,094 miles (+18,042)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    79,094 miles
    Test number
    244358849153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,052 miles (+15,555)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,052 miles
    Test number
    911625358185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,497 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,497 miles
    Test number
    970622157197
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail45,497 miles (+15,265)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,497 miles
    Test number
    141582057126
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass30,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,232 miles
    Test number
    481357456128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail30,232 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,232 miles
    Test number
    273267056464
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about CSV 281

What vehicle is registration CSV 281 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show CSV 281 on a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Jun 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 CSV 281 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on CSV 281 expired on 18 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on CSV 281?
The MOT on CSV 281 expired on 18 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has CSV 281 done?
CSV 281 was recorded at 123,136 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 4,905 miles a year.
Has CSV 281 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. CSV 281 has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on CSV 281 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 CSV 281 find?
CSV 281 passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; sill covers fitted, and 1 more.

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