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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T183 TREMOT history

T183 TRE is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 146,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2022
Mileage
146,303 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T183 TRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T183 TRE was last recorded at 146,303 miles on 19 Mar 2024, 3,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,799 miles · 15 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3,504 miles
Average per year
4,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,303 miles
  • 2021 – 142,799 miles
  • 2020 – 139,056 miles
  • 2019 – 135,769 miles
  • 2018 – 130,206 miles
  • 2017 – 127,841 miles
  • 2016 – 124,881 miles
  • 2015 – 119,641 miles
  • 2014 – 113,630 miles
  • 2013 – 106,591 miles
  • 2012 – 99,997 miles
  • 2011 – 93,863 miles
  • 2010 – 86,888 miles
  • 2009 – 83,102 miles
  • 2008 – 79,865 miles
  • 2007 – 72,481 miles
  • 2006 – 64,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,303 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail excessively perished (1.1.12 (a))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition center (8.1.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure rear silencer, bracket is missing (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Brake insecure handbrake cable touching brake hose (1.1.21 (c))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded center (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush has collapsed (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened corrosion hole within the suspension arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded center (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush has collapsed (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened corrosion hole within the suspension arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded all power steering pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • MajorStop lamp(s) not working center and wiring visable (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from rear view mirror
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded very badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCenter brake lamp is insecure within boot area
  • AdvisoryCorrosion all underneath vehicle to all parts
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
  • AdvisoryFront wiper blades are smeary
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside headlamp lenses are deteriorated/faded
  • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim is poor
  • AdvisoryOffside mirror casing is loose

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,303 miles (+3,504)5 dangerous28 major19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,303 miles
    Test number
    195336349917
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail excessively perished (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition center (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear silencer, bracket is missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake insecure handbrake cable touching brake hose (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded center (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush has collapsed (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened corrosion hole within the suspension arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded center (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush has collapsed (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened corrosion hole within the suspension arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded all power steering pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working center and wiring visable (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from rear view mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded very badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter brake lamp is insecure within boot area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion all underneath vehicle to all parts
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades are smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside headlamp lenses are deteriorated/faded
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim is poor
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror casing is loose
  2. Pass142,799 miles (+3,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    142,799 miles
    Test number
    147977871821
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion
  3. Pass139,056 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    139,056 miles
    Test number
    638311796602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  4. Fail139,056 miles (+3,287)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,056 miles
    Test number
    922610332374
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  5. Pass135,769 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,769 miles
    Test number
    396610959958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Fail135,769 miles (+5,563)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,769 miles
    Test number
    975483253550
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass130,206 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    130,206 miles
    Test number
    203025607849
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail130,206 miles (+2,365)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,206 miles
    Test number
    902707134704
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both front suspension arms corroded and both have play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass127,841 miles (+2,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    127,841 miles
    Test number
    587616377699
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  10. Pass124,881 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    124,881 miles
    Test number
    513561569234
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Fail124,881 miles (+5,240)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,881 miles
    Test number
    533158614165
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass119,641 miles (+6,011)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    119,641 miles
    Test number
    369256735433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,630 miles (+7,039)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    113,630 miles
    Test number
    209542444239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,591 miles (+6,594)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    106,591 miles
    Test number
    618086333284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass99,997 miles (+6,134)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    99,997 miles
    Test number
    177015042227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,863 miles (+6,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    93,863 miles
    Test number
    766453851221
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass86,888 miles (+3,786)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    86,888 miles
    Test number
    363950240271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,102 miles (+3,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,102 miles
    Test number
    301636469499
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass79,865 miles (+7,384)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    79,865 miles
    Test number
    842174528234
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
  20. Pass72,481 miles (+7,874)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    72,481 miles
    Test number
    790675017237
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront no/plate discolouring
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edges
    • NoteO/s/front head lamp lens badly scratched
  21. Pass64,607 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,607 miles
    Test number
    762019016217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteFront no/plate discolouring.
    • NoteN/s/front tyre damaged on outside wall lump out of tyre .
    • NoteO/s/front head lamp/indicator lens cover scratched badly.

Questions about T183 TRE

Does T183 TRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T183 TRE expired on 14 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T183 TRE?
The MOT on T183 TRE expired on 14 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T183 TRE done?
T183 TRE was recorded at 146,303 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2024, an average of 4,638 miles a year.
Has T183 TRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T183 TRE has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T183 TRE 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 T183 TRE find?
T183 TRE failed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2024 with 5 dangerous defects, 28 major defects and 19 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering; nearside rear vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired, and 49 more.

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