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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T41 KCXMOT history

T41 KCX is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 70,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2023
Mileage
70,275 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T41 KCX
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
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T41 KCX was last recorded at 70,275 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 2,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Mar 2020: 55,426 miles, lower than 55,525 miles on 17 May 2019.

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
68,172 miles · 6 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
2,103 miles
Average per year
1,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,275 miles
  • 2022 – 68,172 miles
  • 2021 – 60,196 miles
  • 2020 – 55,426 miles
  • 2019 – 55,525 miles
  • 2018 – 54,574 miles
  • 2017 – 54,189 miles
  • 2015 – 52,818 miles
  • 2014 – 50,804 miles
  • 2013 – 50,459 miles
  • 2012 – 48,660 miles
  • 2011 – 48,271 miles
  • 2010 – 48,019 miles
  • 2009 – 47,423 miles
  • 2008 – 43,975 miles
  • 2007 – 41,541 miles
  • 2006 – 38,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail70,275 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn WISHBONE PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn WISHBONE PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail70,275 miles (+2,103)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,275 miles
    Test number
    326218722520
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn WISHBONE PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn WISHBONE PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,172 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,172 miles
    Test number
    234872750745
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail68,128 miles (+7,932)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,128 miles
    Test number
    570823797325
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rubber (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass60,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    60,196 miles
    Test number
    105624169989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail60,196 miles (+4,770)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,196 miles
    Test number
    280698577659
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

  6. Pass55,426 miles (-99)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,426 miles
    Test number
    946589472318
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass55,525 miles (+951)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    55,525 miles
    Test number
    157420262645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,574 miles (+385)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,574 miles
    Test number
    235555095892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,189 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,189 miles
    Test number
    450393813932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,818 miles (+2,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,818 miles
    Test number
    249507905199
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass50,804 miles (+345)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,804 miles
    Test number
    178140084498
    • NoteExhaust back boxes first skin is corroded.

  12. Pass50,459 miles (+1,799)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,459 miles
    Test number
    155739903110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded outer sleeve

  13. Pass48,660 miles (+389)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,660 miles
    Test number
    629908482015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass48,271 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    777173881025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,019 miles (+596)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,019 miles
    Test number
    341238570043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,423 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,423 miles
    Test number
    784029449098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,975 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,975 miles
    Test number
    212446748033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,541 miles (+2,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    41,541 miles
    Test number
    184175047078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass38,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,604 miles
    Test number
    421109136045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,604 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,604 miles
    Test number
    844293436096
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T41 KCX

Does T41 KCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T41 KCX expired on 5 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T41 KCX?
The MOT on T41 KCX expired on 5 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T41 KCX done?
T41 KCX was recorded at 70,275 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 1,556 miles a year.
Has T41 KCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T41 KCX has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T41 KCX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Mar 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T41 KCX find?
T41 KCX failed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn wishbone play; offside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn wishbone play, and 2 more.

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