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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T270 AYXMOT history

T270 AYX is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 60,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2023
Mileage
60,133 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T270 AYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T270 AYX was last recorded at 60,133 miles on 4 Jan 2022, 2,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Oct 2009: 38,427 miles, lower than 377,142 miles on 8 Oct 2008.

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
57,965 miles · 9 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,168 miles
Average per year
2,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 60,133 miles
  • 2021 – 57,965 miles
  • 2019 – 55,718 miles
  • 2018 – 53,516 miles
  • 2016 – 49,106 miles
  • 2014 – 45,840 miles
  • 2013 – 43,931 miles
  • 2011 – 43,615 miles
  • 2010 – 39,956 miles
  • 2009 – 38,427 miles
  • 2008 – 377,142 miles
  • 2007 – 30,442 miles
  • 2006 – 23,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,133 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,133 miles (+2,168)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    60,133 miles
    Test number
    263822095830
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass57,965 miles (+2,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,965 miles
    Test number
    174939540282
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass55,718 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,718 miles
    Test number
    566690570040
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail55,716 miles (+2,200)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,716 miles
    Test number
    615268667616
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAir filter box slightly loose

  5. Pass53,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    53,516 miles
    Test number
    910290926323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail53,516 miles (+1,162)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,516 miles
    Test number
    629939281302
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass52,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    52,354 miles
    Test number
    435198374787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,350 miles (+3,244)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,350 miles
    Test number
    595878259334
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass49,106 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,106 miles
    Test number
    838435901197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,104 miles (+3,264)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,104 miles
    Test number
    880697089760
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  11. Pass45,840 miles (+1,909)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,840 miles
    Test number
    377606204254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail43,931 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,931 miles
    Test number
    259088873411
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass43,931 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,931 miles
    Test number
    268928373471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,615 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,615 miles
    Test number
    599553711308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,608 miles (+3,652)1 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    218165601354
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront disc pitted

  16. Pass39,956 miles (+1,529)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,956 miles
    Test number
    880263100329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,427 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,427 miles
    Test number
    460162209307
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail38,427 miles (-338,715)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,427 miles
    Test number
    671062809339
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass377,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    377,142 miles
    Test number
    141482488282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail377,142 miles (+346,700)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    377,142 miles
    Test number
    340352088236
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass30,442 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,442 miles
    Test number
    931253087129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,425 miles (+6,567)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,425 miles
    Test number
    283561587140
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass23,858 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,858 miles
    Test number
    743928036103
    • NoteNearside front and offside rear tyres in poor condition
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs faded in colour

Questions about T270 AYX

Does T270 AYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T270 AYX expired on 8 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T270 AYX?
The MOT on T270 AYX expired on 8 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T270 AYX done?
T270 AYX was recorded at 60,133 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2022, an average of 2,320 miles a year.
Has T270 AYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T270 AYX has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on T270 AYX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T270 AYX find?
T270 AYX passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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