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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S741 WOAMOT history

S741 WOA is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2023.

S741 WOA silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2023
Mileage
129,965 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S741 WOA
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S741 WOA was last recorded at 129,965 miles on 29 Jun 2023, 6,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,739 miles · 29 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
6,226 miles
Average per year
3,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,965 miles
  • 2022 – 123,739 miles
  • 2021 – 113,512 miles
  • 2019 – 111,220 miles
  • 2018 – 108,896 miles
  • 2017 – 106,063 miles
  • 2016 – 101,097 miles
  • 2015 – 96,064 miles
  • 2014 – 89,421 miles
  • 2013 – 85,926 miles
  • 2012 – 83,876 miles
  • 2011 – 82,830 miles
  • 2010 – 81,367 miles
  • 2009 – 79,272 miles
  • 2008 – 77,152 miles
  • 2007 – 73,352 miles
  • 2006 – 67,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,965 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,965 miles (+6,226)3 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,965 miles
    Test number
    979875952009
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flex to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass123,739 miles (+10,227)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    123,739 miles
    Test number
    296573735663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,512 miles (+2,292)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    113,512 miles
    Test number
    999371834063
    • AdvisoryN/s & O/s steering arms CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on lower arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on lower arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass111,220 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,220 miles
    Test number
    966475247684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material fixed on lower arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 fixed on lower arm (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail111,209 miles (+2,313)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,209 miles
    Test number
    254376806256
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material fixed on lower arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 fixed on lower arm (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass108,896 miles (+2,833)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,896 miles
    Test number
    122303731426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass106,063 miles (+4,966)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,063 miles
    Test number
    341978844798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,097 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,097 miles
    Test number
    498648718355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,985 miles (+4,921)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,985 miles
    Test number
    304258274649
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass96,064 miles (+6,643)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    96,064 miles
    Test number
    990433279684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,421 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,421 miles
    Test number
    368103564240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,926 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    85,926 miles
    Test number
    445307553268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,876 miles (+1,046)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,876 miles
    Test number
    318673842480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop.
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking.
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking.

  14. Pass82,830 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    82,830 miles
    Test number
    177248131284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded.

  15. Fail82,826 miles (+1,459)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,826 miles
    Test number
    998228031268
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded.

  16. Pass81,367 miles (+52)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,367 miles
    Test number
    393189630277
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHigh level brake light inoperative

  17. Fail81,315 miles (+2,043)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,315 miles
    Test number
    500397730202
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHigh level brake light inoperative

  18. Pass79,272 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    79,272 miles
    Test number
    920949119219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail79,272 miles (+2,120)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,272 miles
    Test number
    474416919212
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass77,152 miles (+7)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    77,152 miles
    Test number
    364034928278
    • 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)
    • NoteO/S/F foglight insecure

  21. Fail77,145 miles (+3,793)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,145 miles
    Test number
    281104718246
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  22. Pass73,352 miles (+5,680)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    73,352 miles
    Test number
    224397347216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    67,672 miles
    Test number
    483832056469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail67,672 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,672 miles
    Test number
    383072456314
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S741 WOA

Does S741 WOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S741 WOA expired on 28 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S741 WOA?
The MOT on S741 WOA expired on 28 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S741 WOA done?
S741 WOA was recorded at 129,965 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2023, an average of 3,769 miles a year.
Has S741 WOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S741 WOA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S741 WOA 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 S741 WOA find?
S741 WOA failed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 2 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected; rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and 6 more.

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