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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T142 KAHMOT history

T142 KAH is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2021 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 125,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2021
Mileage
125,244 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2024
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T142 KAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T142 KAH was last recorded at 125,244 miles on 16 Jul 2024, 373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,871 miles · 2 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
373 miles
Average per year
4,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,244 miles
  • 2019 – 124,871 miles
  • 2018 – 123,867 miles
  • 2017 – 122,278 miles
  • 2016 – 118,531 miles
  • 2015 – 107,052 miles
  • 2014 – 100,316 miles
  • 2013 – 95,544 miles
  • 2012 – 90,331 miles
  • 2010 – 82,860 miles
  • 2009 – 77,129 miles
  • 2008 – 70,945 miles
  • 2007 – 64,568 miles
  • 2006 – 54,391 miles
  • 2005 – 47,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,244 miles
  • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Nearside & offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mains

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres cracked and perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,244 miles (+373)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,244 miles
    Test number
    165194339548
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Nearside & offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass124,871 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,871 miles
    Test number
    175496134532
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mains (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail124,863 miles (+996)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,863 miles
    Test number
    683088458802
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible hid fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mains (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass123,867 miles (+1,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    123,867 miles
    Test number
    695612464445
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  5. Pass122,278 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,278 miles
    Test number
    833789336181
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  6. Fail122,278 miles (+3,747)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,278 miles
    Test number
    935559799720
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Pass118,531 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    118,531 miles
    Test number
    180656060381
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1a)

  8. Fail118,519 miles (+11,467)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,519 miles
    Test number
    817136207294
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass107,052 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    377864005138
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail107,052 miles (+6,736)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    126834805193
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass100,316 miles (+105)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,316 miles
    Test number
    186121874442
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail100,211 miles (+4,667)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,211 miles
    Test number
    245622964080
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass95,544 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    95,544 miles
    Test number
    949249943052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEXHAUST BACK BOX HAS ALOAD OF WATER INSIDE ?
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISC IS GLAZED

  14. Fail95,544 miles (+5,213)1 dangerous11 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,544 miles
    Test number
    277474443095
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEXHAUST BACK BOX HAS ALOAD OF WATER INSIDE ?
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISC IS GLAZED
    • NoteNEEDS ALIGNMENT
    • NoteRAD OR HOSE HAS BLOWN ?

  15. Pass90,331 miles (+7,471)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    90,331 miles
    Test number
    805598012022
    • NoteBoth rear tyres inner edges worn

  16. Pass82,860 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    82,860 miles
    Test number
    651926540262
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail82,799 miles (+5,670)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,799 miles
    Test number
    341263340248
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass77,129 miles (+40)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    77,129 miles
    Test number
    453059139254
    • NoteEngine overheating - requires attention.
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber weeping.

  19. Fail77,089 miles (+6,144)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,089 miles
    Test number
    104687439288
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine overheating - requires attention.
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber weeping.

  20. Fail70,945 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,945 miles
    Test number
    564973548229
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass70,945 miles (+6,377)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    70,945 miles
    Test number
    621183048278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,568 miles (+10,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    64,568 miles
    Test number
    891207947269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass54,391 miles (+6,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    54,391 miles
    Test number
    314983336444
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass47,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    47,763 miles
    Test number
    262735566064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T142 KAH

Does T142 KAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T142 KAH expired on 1 Jan 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T142 KAH?
The MOT on T142 KAH expired on 1 Jan 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T142 KAH done?
T142 KAH was recorded at 125,244 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2024, an average of 4,109 miles a year.
Has T142 KAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T142 KAH has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T142 KAH 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 T142 KAH find?
T142 KAH failed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 2 advisories: rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure nearside & offside; brake pipe excessively corroded nearside & offside front to rear; horn not working, and 5 more.

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