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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

T13 BOVMOT history

T13 BOV is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 70,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2026
Mileage
70,466 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T13 BOV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T13 BOV was last recorded at 70,466 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Apr 2016: 58,362 miles, lower than 58,382 miles on 22 Mar 2016.

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
69,729 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
737 miles
Average per year
2,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,466 miles
  • 2025 – 69,729 miles
  • 2023 – 68,092 miles
  • 2022 – 67,627 miles
  • 2021 – 65,896 miles
  • 2020 – 64,473 miles
  • 2019 – 60,196 miles
  • 2018 – 59,568 miles
  • 2017 – 58,382 miles
  • 2016 – 58,362 miles
  • 2015 – 58,381 miles
  • 2014 – 58,330 miles
  • 2013 – 57,788 miles
  • 2012 – 55,657 miles
  • 2011 – 48,531 miles
  • 2010 – 43,085 miles
  • 2009 – 36,862 miles
  • 2008 – 31,752 miles
  • 2007 – 28,886 miles
  • 2006 – 26,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail70,466 miles
  • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Holed by excessive corrosion at nearside front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Holed by excessive corrosion at offside front sill area (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Emitting white light (4.4.3 (a))
  • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Excessively cracked/splitting (225/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion & pitting on outer braking friction surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Excessively cracking/splitting (225/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Emitting partial white light (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Excessively cracked/splitting (225/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Excessively cracked/splitting (225/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVarious under body components heavily corroded

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms - rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing/cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail70,466 miles (+737)13 major1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,466 miles
    Test number
    480053495211
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • 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 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 has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Holed by excessive corrosion at nearside front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Holed by excessive corrosion at offside front sill area (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Emitting white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Excessively cracked/splitting (225/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion & pitting on outer braking friction surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Excessively cracking/splitting (225/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Emitting partial white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Excessively cracked/splitting (225/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Excessively cracked/splitting (225/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine & transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body components heavily corroded

  2. Pass69,729 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    69,729 miles
    Test number
    345504271162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Fail69,729 miles (+1,637)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,729 miles
    Test number
    699983689557
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass68,092 miles (+465)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    68,092 miles
    Test number
    221763513844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,627 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,627 miles
    Test number
    504479333716
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail67,627 miles (+1,731)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,627 miles
    Test number
    247701078569
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass65,896 miles (+1,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    65,896 miles
    Test number
    552747444574
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,473 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,473 miles
    Test number
    629737090595
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail64,473 miles (+4,277)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,473 miles
    Test number
    755348245186
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass60,196 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,196 miles
    Test number
    558766558980
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms - rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail60,196 miles (+628)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,196 miles
    Test number
    135210296724
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms - rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass59,568 miles (+1,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,568 miles
    Test number
    824187821001
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded

  13. Pass58,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,382 miles
    Test number
    483707282898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,382 miles (+20)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,382 miles
    Test number
    502487448655
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass58,362 miles (-20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,362 miles
    Test number
    740892708955
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail58,382 miles (+1)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,382 miles
    Test number
    199496174534
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass58,381 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,381 miles
    Test number
    698329475052
    • NoteA.b.s.warning light not on at time of re-test

  18. Fail58,381 miles (+51)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,381 miles
    Test number
    588808675067
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket corroded and incomplete
    • NoteNearside front brake dificult to rotate by hand with wheels raised clear of floor

  19. Pass58,330 miles (+542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,330 miles
    Test number
    689549074048
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass57,788 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,788 miles
    Test number
    906089473075
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail57,788 miles (+2,131)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,788 miles
    Test number
    378727273055
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass55,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,657 miles
    Test number
    785739772036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,657 miles (+7,126)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,657 miles
    Test number
    927829672057
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass48,531 miles (+5,446)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,531 miles
    Test number
    407430081010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded

  25. Pass43,085 miles (+6,223)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,085 miles
    Test number
    752658280038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,862 miles (+5,110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,862 miles
    Test number
    863682189034
    • 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)

  27. Pass31,752 miles (+2,866)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,752 miles
    Test number
    331911598066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass28,886 miles (+2,080)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,886 miles
    Test number
    691981767057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,806 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,806 miles
    Test number
    530725056005
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T13 BOV

Does T13 BOV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T13 BOV expired on 13 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T13 BOV?
The MOT on T13 BOV expired on 13 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T13 BOV done?
T13 BOV was recorded at 70,466 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 2,130 miles a year.
Has T13 BOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T13 BOV has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T13 BOV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T13 BOV find?
T13 BOV failed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 13 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 10 advisories: electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 21 more.

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