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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S75 YABMOT history

S75 YAB is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 126,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2023.

S75 YAB silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2023
Mileage
126,162 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S75 YAB
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2023
Latest MOT test
20 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S75 YAB was last recorded at 126,162 miles on 20 May 2023, 6,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Apr 2007: 75,035 miles, lower than 75,055 miles on 10 Apr 2007.

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
119,873 miles · 24 May 2022
Between the last two tests
6,289 miles
Average per year
3,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,162 miles
  • 2022 – 119,873 miles
  • 2021 – 115,789 miles
  • 2020 – 107,458 miles
  • 2019 – 106,682 miles
  • 2018 – 105,164 miles
  • 2017 – 104,662 miles
  • 2016 – 103,078 miles
  • 2015 – 101,268 miles
  • 2014 – 99,629 miles
  • 2013 – 98,364 miles
  • 2012 – 97,381 miles
  • 2011 – 96,105 miles
  • 2010 – 93,428 miles
  • 2009 – 88,664 miles
  • 2008 – 82,120 miles
  • 2007 – 75,035 miles
  • 2006 – 64,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,162 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,162 miles (+6,289)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,162 miles
    Test number
    416270489984
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass119,873 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    119,873 miles
    Test number
    175017378531
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail119,873 miles (+4,084)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,873 miles
    Test number
    640895700199
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass115,789 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    115,789 miles
    Test number
    678241299439
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light has a bulb inoperative

  5. Fail115,789 miles (+8,331)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,789 miles
    Test number
    505155556146
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass107,458 miles (+776)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    107,458 miles
    Test number
    102742800727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,682 miles (+1,518)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2020
    Odometer
    106,682 miles
    Test number
    134978341518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,164 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,164 miles
    Test number
    263879063860
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail105,163 miles (+501)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,163 miles
    Test number
    800390644336
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,662 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,662 miles
    Test number
    944622717808
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail104,660 miles (+1,582)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,660 miles
    Test number
    375919939735
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass103,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,078 miles
    Test number
    715428528772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,078 miles (+1,810)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,078 miles
    Test number
    500807458595
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass101,268 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,268 miles
    Test number
    459611735153
    • 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)

  15. Fail101,268 miles (+1,639)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,268 miles
    Test number
    869821935197
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  16. Pass99,629 miles (+1,265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    99,629 miles
    Test number
    208459324186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass98,364 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    579359723176
    • NoteN/S Front shocker dust cover missing.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear silencer corroded.

  18. Fail98,364 miles (+983)3 failures1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    468813623120
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureSteering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/S Front shocker dust cover missing.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in n/s & o/s tie rods.
    • NoteRear silencer corroded.

  19. Pass97,381 miles (+1,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    97,381 miles
    Test number
    219032272033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass96,105 miles (+2,677)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    96,105 miles
    Test number
    695685021112
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteN/s/f brake binds slightly

  21. Pass93,428 miles (+4,764)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    93,428 miles
    Test number
    482609780040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  22. Pass88,664 miles (+6,544)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    88,664 miles
    Test number
    623863899000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,120 miles (+7,085)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    190175098002
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight movement in both bottom ball joints

  24. Pass75,035 miles (-20)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    644501017185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in rack

  25. Fail75,055 miles (+10,101)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,055 miles
    Test number
    444260707109
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight movement in both bottom ball joints
    • NoteSlight play in both sides of steering rack

  26. Pass64,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    64,954 miles
    Test number
    141377896477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,954 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,954 miles
    Test number
    441356796005
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about S75 YAB

Does S75 YAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S75 YAB expired on 23 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S75 YAB?
The MOT on S75 YAB expired on 23 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S75 YAB done?
S75 YAB was recorded at 126,162 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2023, an average of 3,575 miles a year.
Has S75 YAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S75 YAB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S75 YAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Apr 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S75 YAB find?
S75 YAB failed its latest MOT on 20 May 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 8 more.

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