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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T101 TGCMOT history

T101 TGC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 92,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2024
Mileage
92,448 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T101 TGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T101 TGC was last recorded at 92,448 miles on 22 Mar 2023, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,439 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,448 miles
  • 2022 – 77,262 miles
  • 2021 – 75,684 miles
  • 2020 – 72,674 miles
  • 2018 – 67,878 miles
  • 2017 – 67,328 miles
  • 2016 – 65,002 miles
  • 2015 – 63,489 miles
  • 2014 – 59,449 miles
  • 2013 – 54,745 miles
  • 2011 – 54,362 miles
  • 2010 – 48,324 miles
  • 2009 – 35,290 miles
  • 2008 – 29,302 miles
  • 2007 – 23,858 miles
  • 2006 – 19,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,448 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play centre joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre treads worn on inner edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass92,448 miles (+9)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,448 miles
    Test number
    400237251138
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play centre joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre treads worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail92,439 miles (+15,177)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,439 miles
    Test number
    322729702312
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn centre joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play centre joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre treads worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass77,262 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    77,262 miles
    Test number
    349479156060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,684 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,684 miles
    Test number
    991606714766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,674 miles (+4,796)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,674 miles
    Test number
    546774102932
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    67,878 miles
    Test number
    569498705676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail67,878 miles (+550)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,878 miles
    Test number
    200278597013
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working A GLB-501 BULB WAS FITTED (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass67,328 miles (+2,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,328 miles
    Test number
    825426207691
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD ON INSIDE - 225/50R16 (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass65,002 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,002 miles
    Test number
    136476370553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,489 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,489 miles
    Test number
    536695851149
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Fail63,486 miles (+4,037)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,486 miles
    Test number
    952299437477
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Fail59,449 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,449 miles
    Test number
    228808244235
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteExhaust bracket at rear gearbox corroded
    • NoteNearside front wheel rim out of shape
    • NoteOil leak to rear gearbox

  13. Pass59,449 miles (+269)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    59,449 miles
    Test number
    418728644204
    • NoteExhaust bracket at rear gearbox corroded
    • NoteNearside front wheel rim out of shape
    • NoteOil leak to rear gearbox

  14. Fail59,180 miles (+4,435)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,180 miles
    Test number
    135424514218
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth nearside wheel rims out of shape inner edges
    • NoteEngine management dtc lamp on
    • NoteVehicle temp gauge indicating overheating

  15. Pass54,745 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,745 miles
    Test number
    128445433200
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail54,745 miles (+383)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,745 miles
    Test number
    267895133242
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass54,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,362 miles
    Test number
    108763501289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,362 miles (+6,038)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,362 miles
    Test number
    837303701284
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass48,324 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,324 miles
    Test number
    243151610272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,265 miles (+12,975)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,265 miles
    Test number
    441870710291
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass35,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,290 miles
    Test number
    402755299151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,290 miles (+5,988)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,290 miles
    Test number
    253674299106
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass29,302 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,302 miles
    Test number
    213352618276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,301 miles (+5,443)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,301 miles
    Test number
    723141118268
    • 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)

  25. Pass23,858 miles (+4,408)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,858 miles
    Test number
    240675707262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,450 miles
    Test number
    143008506250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T101 TGC

Does T101 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T101 TGC expired on 21 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T101 TGC?
The MOT on T101 TGC expired on 21 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T101 TGC done?
T101 TGC was recorded at 92,448 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2023, an average of 4,384 miles a year.
Has T101 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T101 TGC has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T101 TGC 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 T101 TGC find?
T101 TGC passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2023 with 9 advisories: central front exhaust mounting defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off, and 6 more.

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