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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T295 SPLMOT history

T295 SPL is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 110,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2023
Mileage
110,235 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T295 SPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T295 SPL was last recorded at 110,235 miles on 5 Oct 2022, 56 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Jul 2010: 82,463 miles, lower than 82,751 miles on 14 Sept 2009.

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
110,179 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
56 miles
Average per year
3,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,235 miles
  • 2021 – 107,424 miles
  • 2020 – 104,970 miles
  • 2019 – 102,125 miles
  • 2018 – 98,880 miles
  • 2015 – 98,148 miles
  • 2014 – 96,964 miles
  • 2013 – 95,069 miles
  • 2011 – 89,798 miles
  • 2010 – 82,463 miles
  • 2009 – 82,751 miles
  • 2008 – 75,577 miles
  • 2007 – 68,112 miles
  • 2006 – 60,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,235 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,235 miles (+56)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,235 miles
    Test number
    594150748881
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail110,179 miles (+2,755)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,179 miles
    Test number
    945862461890
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass107,424 miles (+2,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,424 miles
    Test number
    763915957518
    • AdvisoryBoth front + rear brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryChunks out of n/s/f tyre outer sidewall + heavily perished
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre + n/s/f tyre both wearing on inner edge

  4. Pass104,970 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,970 miles
    Test number
    557715165600
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail104,970 miles (+2,845)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,970 miles
    Test number
    931393713294
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass102,125 miles (+23)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,125 miles
    Test number
    916590616902
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining strap corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel high
    • AdvisoryRear axle x-member bushes worn

  7. Fail102,102 miles (+3,222)7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,102 miles
    Test number
    275702085143
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining strap corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever travel high
    • AdvisoryRear axle x-member bushes worn

  8. Pass98,880 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    98,880 miles
    Test number
    977506310550
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail98,880 miles (+34)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,880 miles
    Test number
    901505726012
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail98,846 miles (+698)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,846 miles
    Test number
    857118313780
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass98,148 miles (+1,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    98,148 miles
    Test number
    932996836319
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight stickers fitted

  12. Pass96,964 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    96,964 miles
    Test number
    808252194168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs are pitted and corroded

  13. Fail96,964 miles (+1,895)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,964 miles
    Test number
    298151894452
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs are pitted and corroded

  14. Pass95,069 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,069 miles
    Test number
    195262393198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  15. Fail95,066 miles (+5,268)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,066 miles
    Test number
    287031793127
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass89,798 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    89,798 miles
    Test number
    956647681196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,629 miles (+7,166)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,629 miles
    Test number
    265070081197
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass82,463 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,463 miles
    Test number
    290996190412
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBelly pans fitted unable to inspect bottom of the engine and chassis
    • NoteFront exhaust support bracket corroded
    • NoteRear discs pitted but not seriously weakened

  19. Fail82,463 miles (-288)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,463 miles
    Test number
    962621390181
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBelly pans fitted unable to inspect bottom of the engine and chassis
    • NoteFront exhaust support bracket corroded
    • NoteRear discs pitted but not seriously weakened

  20. Pass82,751 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    82,751 miles
    Test number
    351597859459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,664 miles (+7,087)5 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,664 miles
    Test number
    502595789190
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass75,577 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,577 miles
    Test number
    232398228449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,574 miles (+7,462)4 dangerous4 failures2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,574 miles
    Test number
    750847328169
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre under inflated
    • FailureNearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass68,112 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,112 miles
    Test number
    112170217185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  25. Fail68,112 miles (+7,564)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,112 miles
    Test number
    901380317194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  26. Pass60,548 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    60,548 miles
    Test number
    634399606136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail60,472 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,472 miles
    Test number
    902153506108
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T295 SPL

Does T295 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T295 SPL expired on 4 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T295 SPL?
The MOT on T295 SPL expired on 4 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T295 SPL done?
T295 SPL was recorded at 110,235 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2022, an average of 3,020 miles a year.
Has T295 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T295 SPL has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T295 SPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T295 SPL find?
T295 SPL passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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