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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T317 AJMMOT history

T317 AJM is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2023
Mileage
94,275 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T317 AJM
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
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T317 AJM was last recorded at 94,275 miles on 25 Jul 2023, 1,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,956 miles · 9 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,319 miles
Average per year
4,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,275 miles
  • 2022 – 92,956 miles
  • 2021 – 91,654 miles
  • 2020 – 91,101 miles
  • 2019 – 89,275 miles
  • 2018 – 87,015 miles
  • 2017 – 78,016 miles
  • 2016 – 73,685 miles
  • 2014 – 71,388 miles
  • 2013 – 54,010 miles
  • 2012 – 40,709 miles
  • 2011 – 34,068 miles
  • 2010 – 30,346 miles
  • 2009 – 27,396 miles
  • 2008 – 25,517 miles
  • 2007 – 23,566 miles
  • 2006 – 20,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,275 miles
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp lens damaged but not affecting emitted light
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil borderline (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail94,275 miles (+1,319)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,275 miles
    Test number
    337724533023
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp lens damaged but not affecting emitted light
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil borderline (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass92,956 miles (+1,302)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,956 miles
    Test number
    586178144574
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damage to the near side front side slight
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Where the pipe goes two in to one silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass91,654 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    91,654 miles
    Test number
    350824656915
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear of centre box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail91,654 miles (+553)1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,654 miles
    Test number
    374092317479
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear of centre box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass91,101 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,101 miles
    Test number
    756453561101
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail91,101 miles (+1,826)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,101 miles
    Test number
    609747304422
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass89,275 miles (+2,260)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    89,275 miles
    Test number
    796955676749
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust silencer corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass87,015 miles (+8,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    87,015 miles
    Test number
    329295753003
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer corroding

  9. Pass78,016 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,016 miles
    Test number
    862804656553
    • AdvisoryN/S/F side lamp damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail78,016 miles (+4,331)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,016 miles
    Test number
    627339556363
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass73,685 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,685 miles
    Test number
    550821939613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  12. Fail73,684 miles (+2,296)4 failures2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,684 miles
    Test number
    286126090570
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users bonnet wont shut (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  13. Pass71,388 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,388 miles
    Test number
    316022704315
    • 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)

  14. Fail71,388 miles (+17,378)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,388 miles
    Test number
    469082704389
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)

  15. Pass54,010 miles (+199)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    54,010 miles
    Test number
    975901103375
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass53,811 miles (+5,204)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,811 miles
    Test number
    527914993218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail48,607 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,607 miles
    Test number
    599958743111
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass48,607 miles (+7,898)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,607 miles
    Test number
    727808143134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass40,709 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,709 miles
    Test number
    255332842187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs scored

  20. Fail40,709 miles (+6,641)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,709 miles
    Test number
    777342242107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs scored

  21. Pass34,068 miles (+3,722)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,068 miles
    Test number
    838621551113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,346 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    30,346 miles
    Test number
    280188330146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,396 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,396 miles
    Test number
    450588849175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,517 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    25,517 miles
    Test number
    133144038164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,566 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    23,566 miles
    Test number
    232187337165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,773 miles
    Test number
    850635946147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,773 miles2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,773 miles
    Test number
    102384946164
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNear side front tyre near limits on edges
    • NoteOff side front tyre starting to wear low on edges
    • NoteOff side rear tyre on limits

Questions about T317 AJM

Does T317 AJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T317 AJM expired on 9 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T317 AJM?
The MOT on T317 AJM expired on 9 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T317 AJM done?
T317 AJM was recorded at 94,275 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2023, an average of 4,281 miles a year.
Has T317 AJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T317 AJM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T317 AJM 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 T317 AJM find?
T317 AJM failed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2023 with 1 major defect and 6 advisories: supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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