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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T482 MECMOT history

T482 MEC is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 127,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2025
Mileage
127,608 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2024
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T482 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T482 MEC was last recorded at 127,608 miles on 26 Jan 2024, 1,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,820 miles · 29 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1,788 miles
Average per year
4,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,608 miles
  • 2022 – 125,820 miles
  • 2021 – 125,555 miles
  • 2020 – 125,390 miles
  • 2019 – 124,209 miles
  • 2018 – 117,465 miles
  • 2017 – 117,360 miles
  • 2016 – 99,307 miles
  • 2014 – 93,150 miles
  • 2013 – 88,733 miles
  • 2012 – 82,481 miles
  • 2011 – 74,672 miles
  • 2010 – 68,958 miles
  • 2009 – 62,753 miles
  • 2008 – 56,128 miles
  • 2007 – 50,035 miles
  • 2006 – 46,951 miles
  • 2005 – 44,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,608 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Coolant leak Header tank

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Wax oil needed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,608 miles (+1,788)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    127,608 miles
    Test number
    718394324337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass125,820 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,820 miles
    Test number
    503512791546
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes in back arms rust change or clean now wax oil re pressure check (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both back arms and sub frames all quite rusty req attention clean wax oil both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail125,820 miles (+265)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,820 miles
    Test number
    195022943847
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes in back arms rust change or clean now wax oil re pressure check (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both back arms and sub frames all quite rusty req attention clean wax oil both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass125,555 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    125,555 miles
    Test number
    260483921250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail125,554 miles (+164)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,554 miles
    Test number
    935850089047
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass125,390 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    125,390 miles
    Test number
    884518142636
    • AdvisoryWax oil needed

  7. Fail125,389 miles (+1,180)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,389 miles
    Test number
    642285822379
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWax oil needed

  8. Pass124,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    124,209 miles
    Test number
    517001267973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Fail124,209 miles (+6,744)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,209 miles
    Test number
    564843083944
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Pass117,465 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    117,465 miles
    Test number
    832313416199
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Header tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail117,463 miles (+103)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,463 miles
    Test number
    461619100918
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Header tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Fail117,360 miles (+18,053)6 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,360 miles
    Test number
    378004199658
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre inner sidewall is splitting
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded from rack to oil cooler (2.3.2)
    • DangerousPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from rack to oil cooler (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak header tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass99,307 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,307 miles
    Test number
    285398390603
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipe coating in grease
    • AdvisoryBrake pad waring light on dash
    • AdvisoryN/s/rear handbrake outer cover damage

  14. Fail99,307 miles (+6,157)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,307 miles
    Test number
    663966316253
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipe coating in grease
    • AdvisoryBrake pad waring light on dash
    • AdvisoryN/s/rear handbrake outer cover damage

  15. Pass93,150 miles (+4,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,150 miles
    Test number
    968059524325
    • 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)

  16. Fail88,733 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,733 miles
    Test number
    797270033301
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass88,733 miles (+6,252)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    88,733 miles
    Test number
    929130133333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,481 miles
    Test number
    888662722311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail82,481 miles (+7,809)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,481 miles
    Test number
    276725812345
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass74,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    74,672 miles
    Test number
    477962601374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail74,672 miles (+5,714)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,672 miles
    Test number
    789542801367
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail68,958 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,958 miles
    Test number
    494127810477
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass68,958 miles (+6,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    68,958 miles
    Test number
    951237110368
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass62,753 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,753 miles
    Test number
    251125819394
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Fail62,749 miles (+6,621)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,749 miles
    Test number
    322653519394
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass56,128 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,128 miles
    Test number
    753952038389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail56,118 miles (+6,083)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,118 miles
    Test number
    690710238361
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass50,035 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,035 miles
    Test number
    532380737349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass46,951 miles (+2,922)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    46,951 miles
    Test number
    283934116388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    44,029 miles
    Test number
    330637765466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T482 MEC

Does T482 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T482 MEC expired on 25 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T482 MEC?
The MOT on T482 MEC expired on 25 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T482 MEC done?
T482 MEC was recorded at 127,608 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2024, an average of 4,558 miles a year.
Has T482 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T482 MEC has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T482 MEC 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 T482 MEC find?
T482 MEC passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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