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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T327 TVTMOT history

T327 TVT is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 104,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2024
Mileage
104,236 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T327 TVT
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
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T327 TVT was last recorded at 104,236 miles on 19 Sept 2023, 445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,791 miles · 27 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
445 miles
Average per year
2,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,236 miles
  • 2022 – 103,791 miles
  • 2021 – 103,188 miles
  • 2020 – 100,764 miles
  • 2019 – 89,999 miles
  • 2018 – 82,372 miles
  • 2017 – 80,567 miles
  • 2015 – 78,488 miles
  • 2014 – 75,570 miles
  • 2013 – 70,541 miles
  • 2012 – 66,663 miles
  • 2011 – 62,413 miles
  • 2010 – 59,482 miles
  • 2009 – 58,032 miles
  • 2008 – 56,616 miles
  • 2007 – 55,628 miles
  • 2006 – 54,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,236 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front small chip in screen
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point-rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point-rear suspension (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,236 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    104,236 miles
    Test number
    307971886702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front small chip in screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point-rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point-rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail104,236 miles (+445)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,236 miles
    Test number
    501970989330
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front small chip in screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point-rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point-rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass103,791 miles (+5)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,791 miles
    Test number
    591088082827
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail103,786 miles (+598)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,786 miles
    Test number
    957305425570
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted fouling inner wing (2.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass103,188 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,188 miles
    Test number
    373992223266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail103,187 miles (+2,423)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,187 miles
    Test number
    174775336227
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to leaking brake pipe. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit Under bonnet on o/s. (4.11 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass100,764 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,764 miles
    Test number
    886441629260
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  8. Fail100,764 miles (+10,765)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,764 miles
    Test number
    706554136584
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  9. Pass89,999 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,999 miles
    Test number
    577842830882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail89,995 miles (+7,623)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,995 miles
    Test number
    926105096088
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass82,372 miles (+1,805)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    82,372 miles
    Test number
    499289921762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,567 miles
    Test number
    827550067626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,567 miles (+2,079)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,567 miles
    Test number
    910074957864
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  14. Pass78,488 miles (+2,918)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,488 miles
    Test number
    386316545184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass75,570 miles (+1)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    75,570 miles
    Test number
    416529044168
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront suspesion componants corroded
  16. Fail75,569 miles (+5,028)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,569 miles
    Test number
    288188644142
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront suspesion componants corroded
  17. Pass70,541 miles (+3,878)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    70,541 miles
    Test number
    935619423176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,663 miles (+4,250)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,663 miles
    Test number
    447118432143
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on dash
  19. Pass62,413 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,413 miles
    Test number
    986209031132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,482 miles (+1,450)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,482 miles
    Test number
    724774740156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,032 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,032 miles
    Test number
    763259549172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  22. Fail57,970 miles (+1,354)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,970 miles
    Test number
    711452349194
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass56,616 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,616 miles
    Test number
    370778628158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,628 miles
    Test number
    694606037120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,628 miles (+1,192)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,628 miles
    Test number
    584176937132
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass54,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,436 miles
    Test number
    692262246175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T327 TVT

Does T327 TVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T327 TVT expired on 18 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T327 TVT?
The MOT on T327 TVT expired on 18 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T327 TVT done?
T327 TVT was recorded at 104,236 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2023, an average of 2,874 miles a year.
Has T327 TVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T327 TVT has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T327 TVT 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 T327 TVT find?
T327 TVT passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front small chip in screen; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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