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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T505 MGSMOT history

T505 MGS is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2016 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 114,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2016
Mileage
114,255 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2024
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T505 MGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2016
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T505 MGS was last recorded at 114,255 miles on 5 Jun 2024, 1,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,776 miles · 23 Nov 2015
Between the last two tests
1,479 miles
Average per year
2,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,255 miles
  • 2015 – 112,776 miles
  • 2014 – 108,012 miles
  • 2013 – 106,297 miles
  • 2012 – 103,763 miles
  • 2011 – 98,539 miles
  • 2010 – 95,825 miles
  • 2009 – 89,794 miles
  • 2008 – 83,656 miles
  • 2007 – 76,604 miles
  • 2006 – 69,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,255 miles
  • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed both tyres cracked showing to chords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested rear pipe burst (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged flexi pipe insecure , could contact tyre on full lock (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
  • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush rear shocker mountings excessive play (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail114,255 miles (+1,479)3 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,255 miles
    Test number
    674232859763
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed both tyres cracked showing to chords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested rear pipe burst (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged flexi pipe insecure , could contact tyre on full lock (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush rear shocker mountings excessive play (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass112,776 miles (+4,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    112,776 miles
    Test number
    529607793374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  3. Pass108,012 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    108,012 miles
    Test number
    798231224303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,297 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    106,297 miles
    Test number
    416293103328
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Fail106,293 miles (+2,530)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,293 miles
    Test number
    288181393216
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass103,763 miles (+5,224)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    103,763 miles
    Test number
    349225002326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,539 miles (+2,714)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    98,539 miles
    Test number
    326431001332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,825 miles (+6,031)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    95,825 miles
    Test number
    694781300341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,794 miles (+6,138)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,794 miles
    Test number
    921414899230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,656 miles (+7,052)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    83,656 miles
    Test number
    804719288201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,604 miles (+7,359)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    76,604 miles
    Test number
    592075407348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    69,245 miles
    Test number
    733324706308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T505 MGS

Does T505 MGS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T505 MGS expired on 22 Nov 2016, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T505 MGS?
The MOT on T505 MGS expired on 22 Nov 2016. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T505 MGS done?
T505 MGS was recorded at 114,255 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2024, an average of 2,558 miles a year.
Has T505 MGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T505 MGS has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T505 MGS 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 T505 MGS find?
T505 MGS failed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2024 with 3 dangerous defects and 7 major defects: front tyre has ply or cords exposed both tyres cracked showing to chords; nearside rear brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture; offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system, and 7 more.

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