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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

R282 LSCMOT history

R282 LSC is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 21 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2022.

R282 LSC red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2023
Mileage
105,718 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R282 LSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R282 LSC was last recorded at 105,718 miles on 7 Jun 2022, 11,096 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,622 miles · 19 May 2021
Between the last two tests
11,096 miles
Average per year
3,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,718 miles
  • 2021 – 94,622 miles
  • 2019 – 89,418 miles
  • 2018 – 89,025 miles
  • 2017 – 88,951 miles
  • 2016 – 88,582 miles
  • 2015 – 86,826 miles
  • 2014 – 83,616 miles
  • 2013 – 80,341 miles
  • 2012 – 77,218 miles
  • 2011 – 74,315 miles
  • 2010 – 72,841 miles
  • 2009 – 71,049 miles
  • 2008 – 66,330 miles
  • 2007 – 60,743 miles
  • 2006 – 55,148 miles
  • 2005 – 51,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,718 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X 2 both sides bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Both oversills holed and corroded but not considered structural.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,718 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    105,718 miles
    Test number
    120584644532
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X 2 both sides bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail105,715 miles (+11,093)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,715 miles
    Test number
    956568754984
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low X 2 (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Spring brake caliper missing (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X 2 both sides bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass94,622 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    94,622 miles
    Test number
    494134703319
    • AdvisoryBoth oversills holed and corroded but not considered structural.

  4. Fail94,612 miles (+5,194)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,612 miles
    Test number
    562522500133
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth oversills holed and corroded but not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass89,418 miles (+393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    89,418 miles
    Test number
    790190797036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass89,025 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    932222649498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,951 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,951 miles
    Test number
    754368057072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,582 miles (+1,756)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    88,582 miles
    Test number
    125596639424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,826 miles (+3,210)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,826 miles
    Test number
    549448735159
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust corroded at gearbox mount

  10. Pass83,616 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    83,616 miles
    Test number
    455908124145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,341 miles (+3,123)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,341 miles
    Test number
    415500743128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,218 miles (+2,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,218 miles
    Test number
    116879732170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass74,315 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    74,315 miles
    Test number
    625574541179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,841 miles (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,841 miles
    Test number
    883187540147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,049 miles (+4,719)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,049 miles
    Test number
    922174339109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,330 miles (+5,587)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,330 miles
    Test number
    570609728136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,743 miles (+5,595)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    60,743 miles
    Test number
    250050037408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,148 miles (+3,311)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    55,148 miles
    Test number
    511787236163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2006
    Odometer
    51,837 miles
    Test number
    574472955127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R282 LSC

Does R282 LSC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R282 LSC expired on 6 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R282 LSC?
The MOT on R282 LSC expired on 6 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R282 LSC done?
R282 LSC was recorded at 105,718 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2022, an average of 3,167 miles a year.
Has R282 LSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R282 LSC has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on R282 LSC 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 R282 LSC find?
R282 LSC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2022 with 4 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 both sides bushes; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides sills; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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