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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T30 AVEMOT history

T30 AVE is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 14 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 54,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2024
Mileage
54,524 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 AVE
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
14 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 AVE was last recorded at 54,524 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,524 miles · 27 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 54,524 miles
  • 2022 – 54,031 miles
  • 2021 – 53,960 miles
  • 2020 – 53,926 miles
  • 2019 – 53,442 miles
  • 2018 – 53,099 miles
  • 2017 – 52,538 miles
  • 2016 – 51,913 miles
  • 2015 – 50,853 miles
  • 2014 – 50,147 miles
  • 2013 – 49,168 miles
  • 2012 – 46,983 miles
  • 2011 – 46,210 miles
  • 2010 – 44,674 miles
  • 2009 – 42,962 miles
  • 2008 – 40,241 miles
  • 2007 – 38,687 miles
  • 2006 – 36,260 miles
  • 2005 – 34,247 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,524 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    54,524 miles
    Test number
    474509829989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail54,524 miles (+493)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,524 miles
    Test number
    416428416194
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 46% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass54,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    54,031 miles
    Test number
    297692044795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,031 miles (+71)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,031 miles
    Test number
    209178450271
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 53% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass53,960 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,960 miles
    Test number
    348580904111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass53,926 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,926 miles
    Test number
    447856585044
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail53,913 miles (+471)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,913 miles
    Test number
    719427589208
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass53,442 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,442 miles
    Test number
    743316226143
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail53,440 miles (+341)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,440 miles
    Test number
    121221471915
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass53,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,099 miles
    Test number
    815353501650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,099 miles (+561)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,099 miles
    Test number
    914988456419
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  12. Pass52,538 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    52,538 miles
    Test number
    231866306652
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail52,538 miles (+625)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,538 miles
    Test number
    471593199772
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass51,913 miles (+1,060)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,913 miles
    Test number
    427835016143
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass50,853 miles (+706)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    50,853 miles
    Test number
    498636958055
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass50,147 miles (+979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,147 miles
    Test number
    957802284270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass49,168 miles (+2,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,168 miles
    Test number
    949231483265
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass46,983 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,983 miles
    Test number
    417936572208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,210 miles (+1,536)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,210 miles
    Test number
    617686881225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,674 miles (+1,712)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,674 miles
    Test number
    341238670215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,962 miles (+2,721)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    42,962 miles
    Test number
    253436789243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,241 miles (+1,554)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,241 miles
    Test number
    370725998275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,687 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,687 miles
    Test number
    154522617344
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass38,687 miles (+2,427)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    38,687 miles
    Test number
    422312517463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,260 miles (+2,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    36,260 miles
    Test number
    990361716338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass34,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    34,247 miles
    Test number
    553962315351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T30 AVE

Does T30 AVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T30 AVE expired on 23 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T30 AVE?
The MOT on T30 AVE expired on 23 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T30 AVE done?
T30 AVE was recorded at 54,524 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 1,128 miles a year.
Has T30 AVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 AVE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T30 AVE 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 T30 AVE find?
T30 AVE passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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