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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

R389 UYYMOT history

R389 UYY is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 139,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2021.

R389 UYY silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2022
Mileage
139,012 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2021
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 UYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 UYY was last recorded at 139,012 miles on 11 Nov 2021, 281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,731 miles · 4 Sept 2019
Between the last two tests
281 miles
Average per year
5,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 139,012 miles
  • 2019 – 138,731 miles
  • 2018 – 138,161 miles
  • 2017 – 137,336 miles
  • 2016 – 127,354 miles
  • 2015 – 114,250 miles
  • 2014 – 113,521 miles
  • 2013 – 112,493 miles
  • 2011 – 102,930 miles
  • 2010 – 96,844 miles
  • 2009 – 91,238 miles
  • 2008 – 85,831 miles
  • 2007 – 74,342 miles
  • 2006 – 60,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,012 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 Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,012 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    139,012 miles
    Test number
    421950013184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,731 miles (+570)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    138,731 miles
    Test number
    431354796567
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sill corroded

  3. Pass138,161 miles (+825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    138,161 miles
    Test number
    230429982724
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass137,336 miles (+9,982)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    137,336 miles
    Test number
    236250603382
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass127,354 miles (+13,104)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    127,354 miles
    Test number
    679445342996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,250 miles
    Test number
    936560656781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail114,250 miles (+729)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,250 miles
    Test number
    824894201659
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass113,521 miles (+1,028)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    113,521 miles
    Test number
    697453424291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,493 miles (+9,563)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,493 miles
    Test number
    665257123201
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass102,930 miles (+6,086)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    102,930 miles
    Test number
    166865161226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass96,844 miles (+969)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    96,844 miles
    Test number
    981990410355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,875 miles (+4,637)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,875 miles
    Test number
    310244170280
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass91,238 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    91,238 miles
    Test number
    432180519353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail90,614 miles (+4,783)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,614 miles
    Test number
    592668199238
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass85,831 miles (+1,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    85,831 miles
    Test number
    453665818480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail84,648 miles (+10,306)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,648 miles
    Test number
    351260798294
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail74,342 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,342 miles
    Test number
    663510417342
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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
    • NoteNearside front brake warning sensor wire broken

  18. Pass74,342 miles (+13,455)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    74,342 miles
    Test number
    700390217386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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
    • NoteNearside front brake warning sensor wire broken

  19. Pass60,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    60,887 miles
    Test number
    570380596287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,887 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,887 miles
    Test number
    432230696230
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about R389 UYY

Does R389 UYY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R389 UYY expired on 10 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R389 UYY?
The MOT on R389 UYY expired on 10 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R389 UYY done?
R389 UYY was recorded at 139,012 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2021, an average of 5,184 miles a year.
Has R389 UYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 UYY has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2015.
Has the mileage on R389 UYY 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 R389 UYY find?
R389 UYY passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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