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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T128 MDWMOT history

T128 MDW is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 21 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 127,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2024
Mileage
127,720 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T128 MDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T128 MDW was last recorded at 127,720 miles on 9 Mar 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,720 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,720 miles
  • 2022 – 127,715 miles
  • 2021 – 121,758 miles
  • 2020 – 120,909 miles
  • 2019 – 115,888 miles
  • 2018 – 112,139 miles
  • 2017 – 107,653 miles
  • 2016 – 106,468 miles
  • 2015 – 104,993 miles
  • 2014 – 104,059 miles
  • 2012 – 102,264 miles
  • 2011 – 97,296 miles
  • 2010 – 92,868 miles
  • 2009 – 88,283 miles
  • 2008 – 82,730 miles
  • 2007 – 77,038 miles
  • 2006 – 72,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,720 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,720 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    127,720 miles
    Test number
    123804776815
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail127,720 miles (+5)1 dangerous11 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,720 miles
    Test number
    429546376503
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail127,715 miles (+5,957)12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,715 miles
    Test number
    564607308672
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS CORRODED

  4. Pass121,758 miles (+849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    121,758 miles
    Test number
    761484672472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll underneath has been under sealed
    • AdvisoryOuter sills are slightly corroded

  5. Pass120,909 miles (+5,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,909 miles
    Test number
    555547996685
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass115,888 miles (+112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    115,888 miles
    Test number
    342615447747
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail115,776 miles (+3,637)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,776 miles
    Test number
    255598146809
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass112,139 miles (+4,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    112,139 miles
    Test number
    311496069625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Pass107,653 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    107,653 miles
    Test number
    110972500047
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  10. Fail107,650 miles (+1,182)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,650 miles
    Test number
    198250101252
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  11. Pass106,468 miles (+1,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,468 miles
    Test number
    183533850093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front and rears (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer skin of rear exhaust corroded

  12. Pass104,993 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    104,993 miles
    Test number
    396043615009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOuter skin of rear exhaust corroded

  13. Fail104,993 miles (+934)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,993 miles
    Test number
    357143615021
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOuter skin of rear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass104,059 miles (+4)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    104,059 miles
    Test number
    319359104096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  15. Fail104,055 miles (+1,791)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,055 miles
    Test number
    308947204070
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  16. Pass102,264 miles (+10)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    102,264 miles
    Test number
    896991512385
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion on inside of o/s/r brake disc
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  17. Fail102,254 miles (+4,958)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,254 miles
    Test number
    406180112382
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion on inside of o/s/r brake disc
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  18. Pass97,296 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    97,296 miles
    Test number
    127619411310
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail97,296 miles (+4,428)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,296 miles
    Test number
    626078711336
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass92,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    92,868 miles
    Test number
    893109820305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail92,868 miles (+4,585)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,868 miles
    Test number
    444058720361
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCrack in front exhaust mount

  22. Pass88,283 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    88,283 miles
    Test number
    194494249361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,113 miles (+5,383)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,113 miles
    Test number
    404327839408
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  24. Pass82,730 miles (+5,692)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    82,730 miles
    Test number
    491517648414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteAdvise n/s rear tyre worn

  25. Pass77,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    77,038 miles
    Test number
    561578147363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,038 miles (+4,723)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,038 miles
    Test number
    783628747301
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Pass72,315 miles (+3,683)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    72,315 miles
    Test number
    600885746334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass68,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    68,632 miles
    Test number
    511360886130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail68,625 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,625 miles
    Test number
    953220486135
    • 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)

Questions about T128 MDW

Does T128 MDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T128 MDW expired on 8 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T128 MDW?
The MOT on T128 MDW expired on 8 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T128 MDW done?
T128 MDW was recorded at 127,720 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2023, an average of 3,540 miles a year.
Has T128 MDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T128 MDW has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T128 MDW 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 T128 MDW find?
T128 MDW passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2023 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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