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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T131 ARXMOT history

T131 ARX is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2023
Mileage
95,363 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T131 ARX
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
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T131 ARX was last recorded at 95,363 miles on 19 Mar 2022, 419 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,944 miles · 27 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
419 miles
Average per year
4,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,363 miles
  • 2021 – 94,944 miles
  • 2020 – 94,932 miles
  • 2018 – 94,096 miles
  • 2017 – 90,682 miles
  • 2016 – 82,301 miles
  • 2015 – 72,560 miles
  • 2014 – 64,628 miles
  • 2013 – 62,032 miles
  • 2012 – 57,427 miles
  • 2010 – 44,617 miles
  • 2009 – 36,900 miles
  • 2008 – 33,601 miles
  • 2007 – 29,883 miles
  • 2006 – 25,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,363 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front inner wing pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryInner sills at rear surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,363 miles (+419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,363 miles
    Test number
    490085232702
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front inner wing pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner sills at rear surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  2. Pass94,944 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    94,944 miles
    Test number
    404034609699
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted to vehicle

  3. Fail94,932 miles (+836)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,932 miles
    Test number
    705053215626
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass94,096 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    94,096 miles
    Test number
    273590238225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,091 miles (+3,409)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,091 miles
    Test number
    658244942213
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass90,682 miles (+8,381)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    90,682 miles
    Test number
    128994442302
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner both tyres side walls worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass82,301 miles (+9,741)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,301 miles
    Test number
    173640208894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,560 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,560 miles
    Test number
    535075825196
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass72,560 miles (+7,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,560 miles
    Test number
    735495125153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass64,628 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,628 miles
    Test number
    127615404138
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail64,628 miles (+2,596)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,628 miles
    Test number
    455885404144
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass62,032 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,032 miles
    Test number
    225461023470
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  13. Fail62,032 miles (+4,605)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,032 miles
    Test number
    975461923121
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  14. Pass57,427 miles (+12,810)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,427 miles
    Test number
    347722922150
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre valve stem cracking

  15. Pass44,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,617 miles
    Test number
    790952790280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,617 miles (+7,717)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,617 miles
    Test number
    471681890233
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass36,900 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,900 miles
    Test number
    403098889209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,899 miles (+3,298)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,899 miles
    Test number
    423687789251
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass33,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,601 miles
    Test number
    573118308365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,601 miles (+3,718)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,601 miles
    Test number
    924218208385
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass29,883 miles (+4,200)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,883 miles
    Test number
    163274407332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,683 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,683 miles
    Test number
    633798096250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on

Questions about T131 ARX

Does T131 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T131 ARX expired on 26 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T131 ARX?
The MOT on T131 ARX expired on 26 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T131 ARX done?
T131 ARX was recorded at 95,363 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2022, an average of 4,525 miles a year.
Has T131 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T131 ARX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T131 ARX 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 T131 ARX find?
T131 ARX passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front inner wing pipes; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; inner sills at rear surface corrosion, and 1 more.

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