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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T42 SPGMOT history

T42 SPG is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 82,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2024
Mileage
82,227 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 SPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 SPG was last recorded at 82,227 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,227 miles · 7 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 82,227 miles
  • 2022 – 82,036 miles
  • 2021 – 81,630 miles
  • 2020 – 81,541 miles
  • 2019 – 77,778 miles
  • 2018 – 75,568 miles
  • 2017 – 73,757 miles
  • 2016 – 71,685 miles
  • 2015 – 69,606 miles
  • 2014 – 65,997 miles
  • 2013 – 64,881 miles
  • 2012 – 62,582 miles
  • 2011 – 59,293 miles
  • 2010 – 56,082 miles
  • 2009 – 51,962 miles
  • 2008 – 47,569 miles
  • 2007 – 42,676 miles
  • 2006 – 35,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,227 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear exhaust rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • O/s/r jacking point rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,227 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    82,227 miles
    Test number
    264273683502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail82,227 miles (+191)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,227 miles
    Test number
    565900621732
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass82,036 miles (+406)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,036 miles
    Test number
    442267603408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass81,630 miles (+89)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,630 miles
    Test number
    109164842818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass81,541 miles (+3,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,541 miles
    Test number
    275593564831
    • AdvisorySome repair to rear exhaust silencer box

  6. Pass77,778 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,778 miles
    Test number
    210903252134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s/r jacking point rusty

  7. Fail77,778 miles (+2,210)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,778 miles
    Test number
    214558102549
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s/r jacking point rusty

  8. Pass75,568 miles (+1,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,568 miles
    Test number
    391807756132
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill starting to rust

  9. Pass73,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    73,757 miles
    Test number
    300244523465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,757 miles (+2,072)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,757 miles
    Test number
    506747594494
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass71,685 miles (+2,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    71,685 miles
    Test number
    811574373708
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  12. Pass69,606 miles (+3,609)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,606 miles
    Test number
    599190845011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,997 miles (+1,116)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,997 miles
    Test number
    379857754023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,881 miles (+2,299)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    64,881 miles
    Test number
    987489543050
    • 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)
    • NoteRear.box.rusty..rear.beam.bushes,worn

  15. Pass62,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,582 miles
    Test number
    516365992000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,582 miles (+3,289)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,582 miles
    Test number
    337573192015
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass59,293 miles (+3,211)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,293 miles
    Test number
    825078641043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside steering rack arm has slight play

  18. Pass56,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,082 miles
    Test number
    474243150004
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail56,082 miles (+4,120)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,082 miles
    Test number
    862383050070
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass51,962 miles (+4,393)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,962 miles
    Test number
    144238549026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,569 miles
    Test number
    912108158061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,569 miles (+4,893)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,569 miles
    Test number
    621148058070
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass42,676 miles (+7,234)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,676 miles
    Test number
    670551057006
    • NoteFront number plate damaged.

  24. Pass35,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,442 miles
    Test number
    691835646013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,442 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,442 miles
    Test number
    340425346043
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T42 SPG

Does T42 SPG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T42 SPG expired on 25 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T42 SPG?
The MOT on T42 SPG expired on 25 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T42 SPG done?
T42 SPG was recorded at 82,227 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 2,695 miles a year.
Has T42 SPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 SPG has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T42 SPG 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 T42 SPG find?
T42 SPG passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 3 more.

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