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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

R34 WGUMOT history

R34 WGU is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 105,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2023.

R34 WGU red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2024
Mileage
105,220 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R34 WGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R34 WGU was last recorded at 105,220 miles on 10 Jun 2023, 227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,993 miles · 18 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
227 miles
Average per year
2,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,220 miles
  • 2021 – 104,993 miles
  • 2019 – 104,076 miles
  • 2016 – 99,289 miles
  • 2015 – 91,325 miles
  • 2014 – 86,445 miles
  • 2013 – 83,094 miles
  • 2012 – 80,187 miles
  • 2011 – 75,039 miles
  • 2010 – 68,716 miles
  • 2009 – 64,747 miles
  • 2008 – 62,538 miles
  • 2006 – 59,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,220 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front suspension arm rear bush deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,220 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,220 miles
    Test number
    446809192373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass104,993 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,993 miles
    Test number
    745645582657
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail104,993 miles (+44)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,993 miles
    Test number
    189990524766
    • Repaired at testFront Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail104,949 miles (+873)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,949 miles
    Test number
    312247830930
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier battery tray rotten (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Body panel slightly loose both rear sill corners (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 1.7 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass104,076 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,076 miles
    Test number
    333099091713
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension arm rear bush deteriorated

  6. Fail104,050 miles (+4,761)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,050 miles
    Test number
    309397634431
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension arm rear bush deteriorated

  7. Pass99,289 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,289 miles
    Test number
    876684915684
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail99,167 miles (+7,842)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,167 miles
    Test number
    105096390188
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass91,325 miles (+4,880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    91,325 miles
    Test number
    759944375164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass86,445 miles (+3,351)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,445 miles
    Test number
    186669194114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear exhaust sitting close to chassis

  11. Pass83,094 miles (+2,907)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,094 miles
    Test number
    745683603233
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage on outer wall

  12. Pass80,187 miles (+35)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    80,187 miles
    Test number
    605581302288
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer wall has slight damage

  13. Fail80,152 miles (+5,113)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,152 miles
    Test number
    897794192103
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer wall has slight damage

  14. Pass75,039 miles (+6,323)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,039 miles
    Test number
    897806081146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage on outer wall
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge

  15. Pass68,716 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,716 miles
    Test number
    534739670105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,747 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,747 miles
    Test number
    522097589199
    • NoteNo spare wheel

  17. Fail64,742 miles (+2,204)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,742 miles
    Test number
    163174289120
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBattery flat
    • NoteBrake fliud low
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteCentre stop light bulb ,not working
    • NoteNo spare wheel

  18. Pass62,538 miles (+2,745)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,538 miles
    Test number
    794454338186
    • NoteHand brake poor n/s rear
    • NoteSome imbalance in front brakes

  19. Pass59,793 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,793 miles
    Test number
    141771786068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail59,792 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,792 miles
    Test number
    152480686011
    • FailureNearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs have slight corrosion on them(vehicle been stood a while)
    • NoteBoth front seat missing 1 securing bolt either side.

Questions about R34 WGU

Does R34 WGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R34 WGU expired on 9 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R34 WGU?
The MOT on R34 WGU expired on 9 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R34 WGU done?
R34 WGU was recorded at 105,220 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2023, an average of 2,638 miles a year.
Has R34 WGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R34 WGU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on R34 WGU 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 R34 WGU find?
R34 WGU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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