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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

R385 KCKMOT history

R385 KCK is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Jun 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2023.

R385 KCK green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2024
Mileage
135,969 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R385 KCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R385 KCK was last recorded at 135,969 miles on 29 Sept 2023, 363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Nov 2016: 13,672 miles, lower than 132,321 miles on 22 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
135,606 miles · 3 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
363 miles
Average per year
4,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,969 miles
  • 2022 – 135,606 miles
  • 2018 – 135,602 miles
  • 2017 – 134,876 miles
  • 2016 – 13,672 miles
  • 2015 – 131,921 miles
  • 2014 – 131,439 miles
  • 2012 – 123,573 miles
  • 2011 – 105,346 miles
  • 2010 – 88,999 miles
  • 2009 – 85,545 miles
  • 2008 – 79,856 miles
  • 2007 – 74,604 miles
  • 2006 – 68,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,969 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes x2 osf nsf (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,969 miles (+363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    135,969 miles
    Test number
    156193216222
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes x2 osf nsf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,606 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,606 miles
    Test number
    838703691834
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail135,606 miles2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,606 miles
    Test number
    710885508596
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail135,606 miles (+4)7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,606 miles
    Test number
    345911634596
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass135,602 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    135,602 miles
    Test number
    520752116324
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered in copper grease
    • AdvisoryNsf roll bar link gaitor perishing
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake disc's
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake disc's

  6. Fail135,602 miles (+726)2 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,602 miles
    Test number
    702368712789
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached corroded away (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached corroded away (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered in copper grease
    • AdvisoryNsf roll bar link gaitor perishing
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake disc's
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake disc's
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine

  7. Fail134,876 miles (+121,204)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,876 miles
    Test number
    944832477679
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakeb pipes rusty rear brake flex ferrels rusty rear suspension arms starting to corrode

  8. Pass13,672 miles (-118,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    13,672 miles
    Test number
    105444904298
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusty n/s/r and o/s/f road srings rusty and weak

  9. Pass132,321 miles (+400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    132,321 miles
    Test number
    524179405685
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to rust

  10. Pass131,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    131,921 miles
    Test number
    904760012524
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusty

  11. Fail131,921 miles (+462)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,921 miles
    Test number
    719823055987
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusty

  12. Pass131,459 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    131,459 miles
    Test number
    749102115114
    • NoteBrake pipes rusting

  13. Fail131,439 miles (+7,866)15 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,439 miles
    Test number
    925017454360
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass123,573 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    123,573 miles
    Test number
    206410522376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail123,570 miles (+18,224)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,570 miles
    Test number
    929537512339
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass105,346 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    105,346 miles
    Test number
    377980901327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail105,343 miles (+35)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,343 miles
    Test number
    325519791242
    • DangerousOffside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail105,308 miles (+16,309)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,308 miles
    Test number
    146507791211
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSeats fitting loose

  19. Pass88,999 miles (+3,454)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    88,999 miles
    Test number
    404094320408
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag warning light staying on

  20. Pass85,545 miles (+5,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,545 miles
    Test number
    152023229280
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass79,856 miles (+5,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    79,856 miles
    Test number
    340702138448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass74,604 miles (+5,697)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    74,604 miles
    Test number
    714666427278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass68,907 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    68,907 miles
    Test number
    463643536213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    65,528 miles
    Test number
    822608256054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,528 miles1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,528 miles
    Test number
    134668856416
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch thrust bearing noisey

Questions about R385 KCK

Does R385 KCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R385 KCK expired on 28 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R385 KCK?
The MOT on R385 KCK expired on 28 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R385 KCK done?
R385 KCK was recorded at 135,969 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2023, an average of 4,006 miles a year.
Has R385 KCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R385 KCK has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on R385 KCK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Nov 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R385 KCK find?
R385 KCK passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2023 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes x2 osf nsf.

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