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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T588 NGYMOT history

T588 NGY is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 121,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2024
Mileage
121,442 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T588 NGY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T588 NGY was last recorded at 121,442 miles on 20 Apr 2023, 1,403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,039 miles · 7 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,403 miles
Average per year
4,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,442 miles
  • 2021 – 120,039 miles
  • 2020 – 116,827 miles
  • 2019 – 112,740 miles
  • 2018 – 109,185 miles
  • 2017 – 103,947 miles
  • 2016 – 97,837 miles
  • 2015 – 91,306 miles
  • 2014 – 88,285 miles
  • 2013 – 76,520 miles
  • 2012 – 65,931 miles
  • 2011 – 62,930 miles
  • 2010 – 58,687 miles
  • 2009 – 56,813 miles
  • 2008 – 54,565 miles
  • 2007 – 51,407 miles
  • 2006 – 47,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,442 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,442 miles (+1,403)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,442 miles
    Test number
    805895475269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass120,039 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    120,039 miles
    Test number
    524994515983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail120,039 miles (+3,212)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,039 miles
    Test number
    857144237924
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,827 miles (+4,087)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,827 miles
    Test number
    963692828627
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,740 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,740 miles
    Test number
    128255470037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail112,740 miles (+3,555)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,740 miles
    Test number
    557241345585
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass109,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    109,185 miles
    Test number
    641753025612
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail109,185 miles (+5,238)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,185 miles
    Test number
    638893819337
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass103,947 miles (+6,110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    103,947 miles
    Test number
    257620552411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass97,837 miles (+30)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,837 miles
    Test number
    934289711835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail97,807 miles (+6,501)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,807 miles
    Test number
    264860787347
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass91,306 miles (+3,021)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,306 miles
    Test number
    667507355178
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass88,285 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,285 miles
    Test number
    407783464137
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NotePropshaft drive coupling perished
    • NoteWipers poor

  14. Fail88,285 miles (+4)2 failures6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,285 miles
    Test number
    489262864100
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NotePropshaft drive coupling perished
    • NoteTyre size 225/50/R16/92W
    • NoteWipers poor

  15. Fail88,281 miles (+11,761)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,281 miles
    Test number
    249889424125
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  16. Pass76,520 miles (+10,589)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,520 miles
    Test number
    916401623125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,931 miles (+3,001)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,931 miles
    Test number
    786275112195
    • NoteFront brakes out of balance, 23%
    • NoteSlight bind from o/s/f brake

  18. Pass62,930 miles (+4,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,930 miles
    Test number
    916485821109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass58,687 miles (+1,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,687 miles
    Test number
    533267620114
    • 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)

  20. Pass56,813 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,813 miles
    Test number
    453758219172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail56,813 miles (+2,248)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,813 miles
    Test number
    860858419100
    • Repaired at testOffside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass54,565 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,565 miles
    Test number
    203389718470
    • NoteFront brake pads are low
    • NoteRear brake pads look low ???

  23. Fail54,565 miles (+3,158)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,565 miles
    Test number
    473399818174
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake pads are low
    • NoteRear brake pads look low ???

  24. Pass51,407 miles (+3,670)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,407 miles
    Test number
    464414007125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass47,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,737 miles
    Test number
    574040916185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T588 NGY

Does T588 NGY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T588 NGY expired on 19 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T588 NGY?
The MOT on T588 NGY expired on 19 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T588 NGY done?
T588 NGY was recorded at 121,442 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2023, an average of 4,336 miles a year.
Has T588 NGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T588 NGY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T588 NGY 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 T588 NGY find?
T588 NGY passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2023 with 13 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 10 more.

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