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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

R385 WLCMOT history

R385 WLC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 13 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2021 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2022.

R385 WLC blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2021
Mileage
129,677 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R385 WLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2021
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

R385 WLC was last recorded at 129,677 miles on 10 Mar 2022, 6,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,620 miles · 25 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
6,057 miles
Average per year
4,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 129,677 miles
  • 2020 – 123,620 miles
  • 2018 – 118,047 miles
  • 2017 – 109,678 miles
  • 2016 – 106,172 miles
  • 2015 – 101,852 miles
  • 2014 – 97,534 miles
  • 2013 – 90,303 miles
  • 2012 – 84,581 miles
  • 2010 – 69,024 miles
  • 2009 – 65,790 miles
  • 2008 – 61,622 miles
  • 2007 – 58,223 miles
  • 2006 – 51,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,677 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre nearing limit
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroded

What MOT failures 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 Obligatory mirror insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,677 miles (+6,057)10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,677 miles
    Test number
    970801128815
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre nearing limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroded

  2. Pass123,620 miles (+5,573)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    123,620 miles
    Test number
    994674435735
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,047 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,047 miles
    Test number
    378066461364
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front tyres worn on inside edge

  4. Fail118,047 miles (+8,369)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,047 miles
    Test number
    479662689533
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front tyres worn on inside edge

  5. Pass109,678 miles (+3,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    109,678 miles
    Test number
    548816363284
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass106,172 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    106,172 miles
    Test number
    533441455958
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  7. Fail106,172 miles (+4,320)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,172 miles
    Test number
    187730502201
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass101,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    101,852 miles
    Test number
    169240595036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,852 miles (+4,318)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,852 miles
    Test number
    628904085057
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

  10. Pass97,534 miles (+7,231)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,534 miles
    Test number
    249865284064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,303 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    90,303 miles
    Test number
    765407683064
    • NoteAuxiliary belt cracking.
    • NoteExhaust corroded.
    • NoteO/S wiper and washer poor.

  12. Fail90,303 miles (+5,722)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,303 miles
    Test number
    306786483056
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteAuxiliary belt cracking.
    • NoteExhaust corroded.
    • NoteO/S wiper and washer poor.

  13. Pass84,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,581 miles
    Test number
    325707382076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,581 miles (+15,557)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,581 miles
    Test number
    566417582008
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass69,024 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,024 miles
    Test number
    233118390099
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  16. Fail69,024 miles (+3,234)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,024 miles
    Test number
    251107390086
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  17. Pass65,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,790 miles
    Test number
    284252939114
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail65,790 miles (+55)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,790 miles
    Test number
    293362239104
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail65,735 miles (+4,113)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,735 miles
    Test number
    741146829105
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass61,622 miles (+3,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,622 miles
    Test number
    822191828164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass58,223 miles (+6,391)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,223 miles
    Test number
    362841357100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,832 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,832 miles
    Test number
    391127436109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front brake disc's slightly worped

Questions about R385 WLC

Does R385 WLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R385 WLC expired on 24 Aug 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R385 WLC?
The MOT on R385 WLC expired on 24 Aug 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R385 WLC done?
R385 WLC was recorded at 129,677 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2022, an average of 4,923 miles a year.
Has R385 WLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R385 WLC has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on R385 WLC 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 R385 WLC find?
R385 WLC failed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2022 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear to o/s/r; emissions not tested, and 15 more.

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