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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T57 LAOMOT history

T57 LAO is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jun 2024 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 119,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jun 2024
Mileage
119,268 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T57 LAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T57 LAO was last recorded at 119,268 miles on 20 Jun 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,267 miles · 17 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,268 miles
  • 2022 – 118,861 miles
  • 2019 – 118,816 miles
  • 2018 – 118,099 miles
  • 2015 – 109,655 miles
  • 2014 – 99,292 miles
  • 2013 – 84,483 miles
  • 2012 – 82,479 miles
  • 2011 – 80,046 miles
  • 2010 – 79,967 miles
  • 2009 – 77,560 miles
  • 2008 – 73,225 miles
  • 2006 – 66,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,268 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,268 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    119,268 miles
    Test number
    2058501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail119,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,267 miles
    Test number
    2050252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    823135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,861 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,861 miles
    Test number
    805327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,816 miles (+717)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,816 miles
    Test number
    21411747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,099 miles (+8,444)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    118,099 miles
    Test number
    19589763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,655 miles
    Test number
    548272415273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,655 miles (+10,363)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,655 miles
    Test number
    387072615458
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass99,292 miles (+63)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    99,292 miles
    Test number
    895641514241
    • NoteAdvanced movement in offside front lower ball joint
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f track rod end dust covers perished
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre tread
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteSteering routh

  10. Fail99,229 miles (+14,746)6 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,229 miles
    Test number
    955970614242
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCut in o/s/f inner side wall of tyre needs attention
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f track rod end dust covers perished
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre tread
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteSteering routh
    • NoteTracking out

  11. Pass84,483 miles (+2,004)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    84,483 miles
    Test number
    807294313270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,479 miles (+142)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,479 miles
    Test number
    997187312140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFRONT TYRES HAVE PERISH CRACKS AND WORN ON THE OUTER EDGES
    • NoteSlight distortion of the o/s/f lower wishbone swivel joint cover plate.

  13. Fail82,337 miles (+2,291)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,337 miles
    Test number
    817212412189
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFRONT TYRES HAVE PERISH CRACKS AND WORN ON THE OUTER EDGES

  14. Pass80,046 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,046 miles
    Test number
    688109601142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,967 miles (+2,407)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,967 miles
    Test number
    964251550005
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass77,560 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    77,560 miles
    Test number
    204409159048
    • NoteSome corosion of the rear exhaust sections.
    • NoteSome deterioration of the o/s/r anti roll bar linkage.

  17. Fail77,560 miles (+4,335)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,560 miles
    Test number
    292549359059
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteSome corosion of the rear exhaust sections.
    • NoteSome deterioration of the o/s/r anti roll bar linkage.

  18. Pass73,225 miles (+476)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,225 miles
    Test number
    293626558064
    • NoteO/s/r anti roll bar link badly fitting onto the anti roll bar.
    • NoteSome corrosion of the rear exhaust sections.
    • NoteSome wettness at the o/s/r bleed nipple.
    • NoteSpare wheel carrier loose.

  19. Fail72,749 miles (+5,950)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,749 miles
    Test number
    680996228026
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront washers poor aims.

  20. Fail66,799 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,799 miles
    Test number
    173850526371
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSome corosion of the brake pipes.

  21. Pass66,799 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    66,799 miles
    Test number
    444450826306
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSome corosion of the brake pipes.

Questions about T57 LAO

Does T57 LAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T57 LAO expired on 19 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T57 LAO?
The MOT on T57 LAO expired on 19 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T57 LAO done?
T57 LAO was recorded at 119,268 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2023, an average of 3,162 miles a year.
Has T57 LAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T57 LAO has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T57 LAO 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 T57 LAO find?
T57 LAO passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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