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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T205 SPHMOT history

T205 SPH is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 20 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 40,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2023
Mileage
40,569 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
585 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T205 SPH
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
20 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T205 SPH was last recorded at 40,569 miles on 3 Feb 2022, 753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2018.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jul 2013: 32,086 miles, lower than 36,625 miles on 3 Jul 2012.

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
39,816 miles · 28 Jun 2018
Between the last two tests
753 miles
Average per year
585 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 40,569 miles
  • 2018 – 39,816 miles
  • 2016 – 38,831 miles
  • 2015 – 38,237 miles
  • 2014 – 37,680 miles
  • 2013 – 32,086 miles
  • 2012 – 36,625 miles
  • 2011 – 36,029 miles
  • 2010 – 35,298 miles
  • 2009 – 34,787 miles
  • 2008 – 34,054 miles
  • 2007 – 32,999 miles
  • 2006 – 31,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,569 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,569 miles (+753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    40,569 miles
    Test number
    627122718033
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass39,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    39,816 miles
    Test number
    789763165239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail39,816 miles (+6)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,816 miles
    Test number
    218653632594
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

  4. Fail39,810 miles (+979)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,810 miles
    Test number
    323786404306
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass38,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,831 miles
    Test number
    902218500902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail38,831 miles (+594)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,831 miles
    Test number
    143076437641
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass38,237 miles (+557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,237 miles
    Test number
    149451758642
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass37,680 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    37,680 miles
    Test number
    276484544215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail32,086 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,086 miles
    Test number
    206874183490
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  10. Pass32,086 miles (-4,539)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,086 miles
    Test number
    259974483412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,625 miles (+596)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,625 miles
    Test number
    528785082113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,029 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,029 miles
    Test number
    877881571167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,298 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,298 miles
    Test number
    163033510192
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass35,298 miles (+511)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,298 miles
    Test number
    290783610439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,787 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    34,787 miles
    Test number
    543682919142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail34,771 miles (+717)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,771 miles
    Test number
    241467109462
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass34,054 miles (+1,055)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,054 miles
    Test number
    764951008105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass32,999 miles (+1,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,999 miles
    Test number
    880443207127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass31,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,323 miles
    Test number
    641864606111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T205 SPH

Does T205 SPH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T205 SPH expired on 2 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T205 SPH?
The MOT on T205 SPH expired on 2 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T205 SPH done?
T205 SPH was recorded at 40,569 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2022, an average of 585 miles a year.
Has T205 SPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T205 SPH has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on T205 SPH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T205 SPH find?
T205 SPH passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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