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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T533 KNBMOT history

T533 KNB is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2023
Mileage
108,028 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T533 KNB
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
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T533 KNB was last recorded at 108,028 miles on 5 Apr 2022, 4,033 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,995 miles · 21 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
4,033 miles
Average per year
4,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,028 miles
  • 2021 – 103,995 miles
  • 2019 – 101,491 miles
  • 2018 – 101,086 miles
  • 2017 – 99,956 miles
  • 2016 – 98,325 miles
  • 2015 – 93,792 miles
  • 2014 – 91,916 miles
  • 2013 – 86,011 miles
  • 2012 – 76,003 miles
  • 2011 – 67,898 miles
  • 2010 – 63,305 miles
  • 2009 – 52,000 miles
  • 2008 – 47,331 miles
  • 2007 – 41,341 miles
  • 2006 – 33,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,028 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,028 miles (+4,033)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,028 miles
    Test number
    789782757905
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass103,995 miles (+2,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,995 miles
    Test number
    825698410368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass101,491 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,491 miles
    Test number
    513674017028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail101,487 miles (+401)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,487 miles
    Test number
    596250968343
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass101,086 miles (+1,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    101,086 miles
    Test number
    933584000057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass99,956 miles (+1,631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    99,956 miles
    Test number
    241209946238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Pass98,325 miles (+4,533)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    98,325 miles
    Test number
    145628880923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section in poor condition

  8. Pass93,792 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,792 miles
    Test number
    827395568269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Fail93,792 miles (+1,876)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,792 miles
    Test number
    371137428837
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass91,916 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    91,916 miles
    Test number
    896755974297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,902 miles (+5,891)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,902 miles
    Test number
    189164074282
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass86,011 miles (+10,008)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,011 miles
    Test number
    509935773237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass76,003 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,003 miles
    Test number
    886744632224
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail75,989 miles (+8,091)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,989 miles
    Test number
    288043332278
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass67,898 miles (+4,593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    67,898 miles
    Test number
    427845351250
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass63,305 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,305 miles
    Test number
    490963070220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,664 miles (+7,664)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    59,664 miles
    Test number
    971467740070
    • NoteLight scratching on windscreen caused by defective wiper blade/mechanism
    • NoteNearside front tyre getting low on inner edge

  18. Pass52,000 miles (+4,669)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    52,000 miles
    Test number
    352604949037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,331 miles (+5,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    47,331 miles
    Test number
    630542858025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  20. Pass41,341 miles (+7,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    41,341 miles
    Test number
    492123057092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass33,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,627 miles
    Test number
    800673536044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T533 KNB

Does T533 KNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T533 KNB expired on 4 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T533 KNB?
The MOT on T533 KNB expired on 4 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T533 KNB done?
T533 KNB was recorded at 108,028 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2022, an average of 4,601 miles a year.
Has T533 KNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T533 KNB has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on T533 KNB 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 T533 KNB find?
T533 KNB passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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