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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T115 BSNMOT history

T115 BSN is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 94,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2023
Mileage
94,372 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T115 BSN
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
22 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T115 BSN was last recorded at 94,372 miles on 19 Feb 2022, 1,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jan 2015: 52,883 miles, lower than 81,069 miles on 3 Feb 2014.

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
92,740 miles · 22 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,632 miles
Average per year
2,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,372 miles
  • 2021 – 92,740 miles
  • 2020 – 91,748 miles
  • 2019 – 91,741 miles
  • 2018 – 88,263 miles
  • 2017 – 87,481 miles
  • 2016 – 85,271 miles
  • 2015 – 82,912 miles
  • 2014 – 81,069 miles
  • 2013 – 78,775 miles
  • 2012 – 76,659 miles
  • 2011 – 74,524 miles
  • 2010 – 71,988 miles
  • 2009 – 69,856 miles
  • 2008 – 65,245 miles
  • 2007 – 60,899 miles
  • 2006 – 56,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,372 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front both front tyres have age related cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front bvoth wiper rubbers split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,372 miles (+1,632)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    94,372 miles
    Test number
    324883438553
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass92,740 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    92,740 miles
    Test number
    882648225278
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres have age related cracks
    • AdvisoryFront bvoth wiper rubbers split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear anti roll bar links not sitting in correct position
    • AdvisoryRear both rear handbrake cable clips missing but not affecting it;'s use

  3. Fail92,734 miles (+986)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,734 miles
    Test number
    598837425212
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres have age related cracks
    • AdvisoryFront bvoth wiper rubbers split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear anti roll bar links not sitting in correct position
    • AdvisoryRear both rear handbrake cable clips missing but not affecting it;'s use

  4. Pass91,748 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,748 miles
    Test number
    839749576657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail91,741 miles (+3,478)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,741 miles
    Test number
    447752470608
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along rear wishbone (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along rear wishbone (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL WITHIN 30cm OF SUBFRAME MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,263 miles (+782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,263 miles
    Test number
    622312611226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBreak pipe coverd with grease

  7. Pass87,481 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    87,481 miles
    Test number
    273167719555
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering u j

  8. Fail87,481 miles (+2,210)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,481 miles
    Test number
    901120431672
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering u j

  9. Pass85,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    511915255820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,271 miles (+2,359)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    172144415210
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSteering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass82,912 miles (+30,029)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,912 miles
    Test number
    889189425008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,883 miles (-28,186)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,883 miles
    Test number
    496654625050
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass81,069 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    81,069 miles
    Test number
    776864934042
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail81,061 miles (+2,286)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,061 miles
    Test number
    269432934093
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass78,775 miles (+2,116)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    78,775 miles
    Test number
    466836313097
    • NoteMost brake pipes have slight surface corrosion

  16. Pass76,659 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,659 miles
    Test number
    345487542019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,658 miles (+2,134)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,658 miles
    Test number
    285935942094
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass74,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,524 miles
    Test number
    169395821097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,524 miles (+2,536)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,524 miles
    Test number
    859612521038
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass71,988 miles (+2,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    71,988 miles
    Test number
    333563720020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass69,856 miles (+4,611)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    473034329027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack
    • NoteUsual play in both offside and nearside front bottom ball joints

  22. Pass65,245 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    65,245 miles
    Test number
    661441628040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,235 miles (+4,336)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,235 miles
    Test number
    240379418051
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass60,899 miles (+4,271)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,899 miles
    Test number
    691500327009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,628 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    56,628 miles
    Test number
    193581426007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVery slight play in both front bottom ball joints
    • NoteVery slight play in steering u j

Questions about T115 BSN

Does T115 BSN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T115 BSN expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T115 BSN?
The MOT on T115 BSN expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T115 BSN done?
T115 BSN was recorded at 94,372 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2022, an average of 2,347 miles a year.
Has T115 BSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T115 BSN has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T115 BSN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jan 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T115 BSN find?
T115 BSN passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front inner suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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