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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T23 MWSMOT history

T23 MWS is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,907 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2025
Mileage
89,907 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 MWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2025
Latest MOT test
9 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 MWS was last recorded at 89,907 miles on 9 May 2024, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,888 miles · 4 May 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
2,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,907 miles
  • 2023 – 89,888 miles
  • 2022 – 89,873 miles
  • 2021 – 89,859 miles
  • 2020 – 89,772 miles
  • 2019 – 89,537 miles
  • 2018 – 89,228 miles
  • 2017 – 88,614 miles
  • 2016 – 86,961 miles
  • 2015 – 84,811 miles
  • 2014 – 82,324 miles
  • 2013 – 79,879 miles
  • 2012 – 78,449 miles
  • 2011 – 67,957 miles
  • 2010 – 56,240 miles
  • 2009 – 55,166 miles
  • 2008 – 52,396 miles
  • 2007 – 50,687 miles
  • 2006 – 49,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,907 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,907 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    89,907 miles
    Test number
    636782912295
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,888 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,888 miles
    Test number
    187167831107
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,873 miles (+14)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    89,873 miles
    Test number
    269200926415
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass89,859 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    89,859 miles
    Test number
    508216178242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,772 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    89,772 miles
    Test number
    397435959082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,537 miles (+309)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,537 miles
    Test number
    287501211906
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass89,228 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,228 miles
    Test number
    441581648162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,614 miles (+1,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,614 miles
    Test number
    953433329548
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on floors and engine

  9. Pass86,961 miles (+2,150)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    86,961 miles
    Test number
    820350728144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexy to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexy to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCovers floors and engine
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket corroded but still supported by front pipe

  10. Pass84,811 miles (+2,487)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,811 miles
    Test number
    796648925118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass82,324 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,324 miles
    Test number
    119605134145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail82,314 miles (+2,435)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,314 miles
    Test number
    198494434112
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass79,879 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,879 miles
    Test number
    948501633171
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront reg plate deteriorating
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear discs

  14. Fail79,879 miles (+1,430)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,879 miles
    Test number
    699860133182
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront reg plate deteriorating
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear discs

  15. Pass78,449 miles (+10,492)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,449 miles
    Test number
    987092432183
    • 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 arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass67,957 miles (+11,717)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    67,957 miles
    Test number
    548303431191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass56,240 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,240 miles
    Test number
    224076640461
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail56,240 miles (+1,074)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,240 miles
    Test number
    911774240175
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass55,166 miles (+2,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    281084169247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass52,396 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,396 miles
    Test number
    913263378240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,687 miles (+1,645)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,687 miles
    Test number
    193923267244
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass49,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    49,042 miles
    Test number
    814523166228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 MWS

Does T23 MWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T23 MWS expired on 19 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T23 MWS?
The MOT on T23 MWS expired on 19 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T23 MWS done?
T23 MWS was recorded at 89,907 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2024, an average of 2,317 miles a year.
Has T23 MWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 MWS has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2014.
Has the mileage on T23 MWS 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 T23 MWS find?
T23 MWS passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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