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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

R331 NCEMOT history

R331 NCE is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 89,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2022.

R331 NCE blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2023
Mileage
89,328 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2022
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R331 NCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
26 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R331 NCE was last recorded at 89,328 miles on 17 Jun 2022, 2,887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,441 miles · 22 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
2,887 miles
Average per year
1,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,328 miles
  • 2021 – 86,441 miles
  • 2020 – 84,688 miles
  • 2019 – 81,836 miles
  • 2018 – 78,643 miles
  • 2017 – 75,847 miles
  • 2016 – 74,789 miles
  • 2015 – 73,628 miles
  • 2014 – 71,859 miles
  • 2013 – 69,375 miles
  • 2012 – 67,503 miles
  • 2010 – 67,172 miles
  • 2009 – 66,444 miles
  • 2008 – 65,914 miles
  • 2006 – 64,991 miles
  • 2005 – 64,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,328 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,328 miles (+2,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,328 miles
    Test number
    596634861439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass86,441 miles (+1,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,441 miles
    Test number
    227811086548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass84,688 miles (+2,852)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,688 miles
    Test number
    436251112465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,836 miles (+3,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,836 miles
    Test number
    895473897253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass78,643 miles (+2,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,643 miles
    Test number
    822149221913
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass75,847 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,847 miles
    Test number
    875905737685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,789 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,789 miles
    Test number
    693991467204
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Fail74,789 miles (+1,161)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,789 miles
    Test number
    443725421235
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass73,628 miles (+1,769)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,628 miles
    Test number
    177080495410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCenter silencer out skin corroded , exhaust secure.

  10. Pass71,859 miles (+2,484)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,859 miles
    Test number
    278551794033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAuxillary belt perishing.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass69,375 miles (+1,872)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,375 miles
    Test number
    669560683027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,503 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,503 miles
    Test number
    145556992057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,172 miles (+728)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    683971300322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,444 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,444 miles
    Test number
    692633439153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  15. Fail66,434 miles (+520)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,434 miles
    Test number
    250955029104
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  16. Pass65,914 miles (+923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    65,914 miles
    Test number
    463429808132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass64,991 miles (+849)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,991 miles
    Test number
    714560336267
    • 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)

  18. Pass64,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    64,142 miles
    Test number
    731972125278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R331 NCE

Does R331 NCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R331 NCE expired on 15 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R331 NCE?
The MOT on R331 NCE expired on 15 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R331 NCE done?
R331 NCE was recorded at 89,328 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2022, an average of 1,495 miles a year.
Has R331 NCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R331 NCE has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on R331 NCE 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 R331 NCE find?
R331 NCE passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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