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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T318 XBXMOT history

T318 XBX is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 27 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 87,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2023
Mileage
87,833 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2022
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T318 XBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T318 XBX was last recorded at 87,833 miles on 12 Jul 2022, 5,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,437 miles · 13 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
5,396 miles
Average per year
3,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 87,833 miles
  • 2021 – 82,437 miles
  • 2020 – 76,085 miles
  • 2019 – 69,169 miles
  • 2018 – 60,022 miles
  • 2017 – 57,908 miles
  • 2016 – 56,720 miles
  • 2015 – 54,894 miles
  • 2014 – 50,271 miles
  • 2013 – 47,891 miles
  • 2012 – 43,187 miles
  • 2011 – 40,357 miles
  • 2010 – 38,102 miles
  • 2009 – 34,926 miles
  • 2008 – 29,165 miles
  • 2007 – 25,897 miles
  • 2006 – 25,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,833 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both, causing lose of correct beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil level low

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,833 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,833 miles
    Test number
    913643640813
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both, causing lose of correct beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  2. Fail87,833 miles (+5,396)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,833 miles
    Test number
    313592363434
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits paste on leak, temporary (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both, causing lose of correct beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  3. Pass82,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    82,437 miles
    Test number
    691336726221
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail82,437 miles (+6,352)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,437 miles
    Test number
    279533679803
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits exhaust leaking (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass76,085 miles (+229)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,085 miles
    Test number
    449558380103
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated loss of correct image

  6. Fail75,856 miles (+6,687)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,856 miles
    Test number
    676964653613
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated loss of correct image

  7. Pass69,169 miles (+127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,169 miles
    Test number
    327266983310
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail69,042 miles (+9,020)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,042 miles
    Test number
    373917825368
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test off windscreen
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,022 miles (+2,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,022 miles
    Test number
    827561232426
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass57,908 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,908 miles
    Test number
    809866949333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  11. Fail57,908 miles (+1,188)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,908 miles
    Test number
    891049597558
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass56,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,720 miles
    Test number
    901803364301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,720 miles (+1,826)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,720 miles
    Test number
    174793475452
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall split (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall split (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  14. Pass54,894 miles (+1,599)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,894 miles
    Test number
    937870735245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,295 miles (+3,024)11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,295 miles
    Test number
    339876675042
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass50,271 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,271 miles
    Test number
    145764494017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner edge bald

  17. Fail50,270 miles (+2,379)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,270 miles
    Test number
    969007974005
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner edge bald

  18. Pass47,891 miles (+4)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,891 miles
    Test number
    819600873013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag light on

  19. Fail47,887 miles (+4,700)1 dangerous3 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,887 miles
    Test number
    445305163096
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag light on

  20. Pass43,187 miles (+2)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,187 miles
    Test number
    637092762051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail43,185 miles (+2,828)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,185 miles
    Test number
    149431762432
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass40,357 miles (+2,255)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,357 miles
    Test number
    486068861009
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer edge wearing
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly scorred

  23. Fail38,102 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,102 miles
    Test number
    284480760001
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass38,102 miles (+3,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,102 miles
    Test number
    290270060004
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Pass34,926 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,926 miles
    Test number
    952989769002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail34,925 miles (+5,760)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,925 miles
    Test number
    131658769024
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail29,165 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,165 miles
    Test number
    160170578065
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass29,165 miles (+3,268)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,165 miles
    Test number
    862060778044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass25,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,897 miles
    Test number
    650427967080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail25,897 miles (+580)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,897 miles
    Test number
    811115867006
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass25,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    25,317 miles
    Test number
    234854856070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T318 XBX

Does T318 XBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T318 XBX expired on 1 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T318 XBX?
The MOT on T318 XBX expired on 1 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T318 XBX done?
T318 XBX was recorded at 87,833 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2022, an average of 3,816 miles a year.
Has T318 XBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T318 XBX has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T318 XBX 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 T318 XBX find?
T318 XBX passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both, causing lose of correct beam image; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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