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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S768 LOYMOT history

S768 LOY is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2023.

S768 LOY black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
109,023 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S768 LOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S768 LOY was last recorded at 109,023 miles on 28 Jan 2023, 668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,355 miles · 17 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
668 miles
Average per year
4,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,023 miles
  • 2022 – 108,355 miles
  • 2020 – 107,185 miles
  • 2019 – 103,097 miles
  • 2018 – 102,926 miles
  • 2017 – 101,048 miles
  • 2016 – 98,815 miles
  • 2013 – 92,638 miles
  • 2012 – 85,799 miles
  • 2010 – 74,534 miles
  • 2009 – 56,463 miles
  • 2008 – 41,138 miles
  • 2007 – 35,210 miles
  • 2006 – 28,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,023 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,023 miles (+668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,023 miles
    Test number
    301026124681
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass108,355 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,355 miles
    Test number
    616307578816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail108,311 miles (+1,126)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,311 miles
    Test number
    100318301458
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,185 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,185 miles
    Test number
    364602752162
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit / bulb holder insecure

  5. Fail107,180 miles (+4,083)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,180 miles
    Test number
    505275724702
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass103,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,097 miles
    Test number
    760829243726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail103,097 miles (+171)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,097 miles
    Test number
    989543647098
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass102,926 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,926 miles
    Test number
    709513127511
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail102,881 miles (+1,833)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,881 miles
    Test number
    652327655708
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass101,048 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,048 miles
    Test number
    594240617820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail101,042 miles (+2,227)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,042 miles
    Test number
    852281591070
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  12. Pass98,815 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    98,815 miles
    Test number
    938068873987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail98,811 miles (+6,173)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,811 miles
    Test number
    163346265927
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass92,638 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    92,638 miles
    Test number
    206968473454
    • NoteN/s/front tyre wearing inner edge

  15. Fail92,638 miles (+6,839)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,638 miles
    Test number
    848358073143
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteN/s/front tyre wearing inner edge

  16. Pass85,799 miles (+11,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,799 miles
    Test number
    575120052108
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass74,534 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    74,534 miles
    Test number
    964318240388
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail74,533 miles (+10,011)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,533 miles
    Test number
    511264940301
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass64,522 miles (+8,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,522 miles
    Test number
    342551390059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass56,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,463 miles
    Test number
    473370879181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,463 miles (+15,325)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,463 miles
    Test number
    253709169431
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass41,138 miles (+178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,138 miles
    Test number
    701171578168
    • 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)

  23. Fail40,960 miles (+5,750)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,960 miles
    Test number
    700096968108
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)

  24. Pass35,210 miles (+6,605)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,210 miles
    Test number
    944359057129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,605 miles
    Test number
    971399506126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S768 LOY

Does S768 LOY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S768 LOY expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S768 LOY?
The MOT on S768 LOY expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S768 LOY done?
S768 LOY was recorded at 109,023 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2023, an average of 4,793 miles a year.
Has S768 LOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S768 LOY has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S768 LOY 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 S768 LOY find?
S768 LOY passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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