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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T263 KFUMOT history

T263 KFU is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 163,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2022
Mileage
163,540 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2022
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T263 KFU
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
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T263 KFU was last recorded at 163,540 miles on 22 Jun 2022, 1,622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,918 miles · 28 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,622 miles
Average per year
5,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 163,540 miles
  • 2021 – 161,918 miles
  • 2018 – 161,857 miles
  • 2017 – 161,241 miles
  • 2016 – 158,142 miles
  • 2015 – 154,873 miles
  • 2014 – 150,203 miles
  • 2013 – 147,243 miles
  • 2012 – 140,557 miles
  • 2011 – 130,315 miles
  • 2010 – 118,903 miles
  • 2009 – 105,953 miles
  • 2008 – 92,642 miles
  • 2007 – 79,221 miles
  • 2006 – 69,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail163,540 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion n/r sill
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underside of vehicle and rear suspension corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail163,540 miles (+1,622)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,540 miles
    Test number
    928640410404
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion n/r sill
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside

  2. Pass161,918 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    161,918 miles
    Test number
    734604771524
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and rear suspension corroded

  3. Fail161,915 miles (+58)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,915 miles
    Test number
    598477511795
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and rear suspension corroded

  4. Pass161,857 miles (+616)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    161,857 miles
    Test number
    973184986740
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNSF tyre slightly fouling inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator fan guard in engine bay broken
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion to underside components.
    • AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel

  5. Pass161,241 miles (+152)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    161,241 miles
    Test number
    730087005338
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% 3rd brake light has led's missing (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  6. Fail161,089 miles (+2,947)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,089 miles
    Test number
    963472410709
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  7. Pass158,142 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    158,142 miles
    Test number
    300441788052
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  8. Fail158,141 miles (+3,268)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,141 miles
    Test number
    856314414402
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  9. Pass154,873 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    154,873 miles
    Test number
    555560725192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass150,203 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    150,203 miles
    Test number
    947078644135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail150,164 miles (+2,921)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,164 miles
    Test number
    149415134198
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  12. Pass147,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    147,243 miles
    Test number
    559341093139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail147,243 miles (+6,686)5 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,243 miles
    Test number
    177510093171
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass140,557 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    140,557 miles
    Test number
    258588872443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail140,556 miles (+10,241)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,556 miles
    Test number
    606734272133
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass130,315 miles (+366)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    130,315 miles
    Test number
    836225671107
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding in places
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Fail129,949 miles (+11,046)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,949 miles
    Test number
    757781561180
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding in places
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  18. Pass118,903 miles (+12,950)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    118,903 miles
    Test number
    980214490171
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding in places
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin
    • NoteFront tyres worn low on inner edges
    • NotePower steering pipe corroding

  19. Pass105,953 miles (+261)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    105,953 miles
    Test number
    733132889150
    • NoteOffside front brake pipe corroding at end
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding

  20. Fail105,692 miles (+13,050)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,692 miles
    Test number
    373823779122
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front brake pipe corroding at end
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding

  21. Pass92,642 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    92,642 miles
    Test number
    654308358101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail92,642 miles (+13,421)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,642 miles
    Test number
    130128958142
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass79,221 miles (+10,037)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    79,221 miles
    Test number
    202503457457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,184 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,184 miles
    Test number
    373792556164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T263 KFU

Does T263 KFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T263 KFU expired on 27 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T263 KFU?
The MOT on T263 KFU expired on 27 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T263 KFU done?
T263 KFU was recorded at 163,540 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2022, an average of 5,876 miles a year.
Has T263 KFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T263 KFU has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T263 KFU 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 T263 KFU find?
T263 KFU failed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2022 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 8 more.

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