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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T127 LBJMOT history

T127 LBJ is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2023
Mileage
105,376 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T127 LBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T127 LBJ was last recorded at 105,376 miles on 11 Aug 2022, 1,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,460 miles · 19 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
1,916 miles
Average per year
4,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,376 miles
  • 2019 – 103,460 miles
  • 2018 – 101,087 miles
  • 2017 – 99,158 miles
  • 2016 – 97,651 miles
  • 2015 – 96,203 miles
  • 2014 – 89,569 miles
  • 2013 – 83,431 miles
  • 2012 – 77,700 miles
  • 2011 – 71,571 miles
  • 2010 – 65,213 miles
  • 2009 – 59,487 miles
  • 2008 – 53,216 miles
  • 2007 – 45,597 miles
  • 2006 – 38,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,376 miles
  • AdvisoryModified for track use
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  • AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle corroding

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Slight play in offside front bottom arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,376 miles (+1,916)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,376 miles
    Test number
    452803053802
    • AdvisoryModified for track use
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle corroding

  2. Pass103,460 miles (+2,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    103,460 miles
    Test number
    530940596797
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hand brake near limit
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside sill to floor rusty

  3. Pass101,087 miles (+1,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    101,087 miles
    Test number
    460246123121
    • AdvisoryNearside sill end rusty

  4. Pass99,158 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    99,158 miles
    Test number
    883181088302
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Fail99,152 miles (+1,501)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,152 miles
    Test number
    199300487913
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass97,651 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    97,651 miles
    Test number
    801362725112
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front bottom arm

  7. Fail97,642 miles (+1,439)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,642 miles
    Test number
    418642068636
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front bottom arm

  8. Pass96,203 miles (+6,634)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    96,203 miles
    Test number
    217957905418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass89,569 miles (+6,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    89,569 miles
    Test number
    858735694076
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass83,431 miles (+5,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,431 miles
    Test number
    839463903193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass77,700 miles (+6,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,700 miles
    Test number
    787718392000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass71,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,571 miles
    Test number
    217076701140
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail71,571 miles (+6,358)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,571 miles
    Test number
    359156401183
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass65,213 miles (+5,726)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,213 miles
    Test number
    483480000162
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass59,487 miles (+6,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,487 miles
    Test number
    792188009132
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail53,216 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,216 miles
    Test number
    110499308155
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  17. Pass53,216 miles (+7,619)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,216 miles
    Test number
    271349308405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,597 miles (+6,771)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,597 miles
    Test number
    344431317161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,826 miles
    Test number
    622648796046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T127 LBJ

Does T127 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T127 LBJ expired on 10 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T127 LBJ?
The MOT on T127 LBJ expired on 10 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T127 LBJ done?
T127 LBJ was recorded at 105,376 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2022, an average of 4,072 miles a year.
Has T127 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T127 LBJ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2017.
Has the mileage on T127 LBJ 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 T127 LBJ find?
T127 LBJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2022 with 7 advisories: modified for track use; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding; nearside passenger seat(s) missing at time of test, and 4 more.

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