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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T683 FRUMOT history

T683 FRU is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 133,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2026
Mileage
133,146 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T683 FRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T683 FRU was last recorded at 133,146 miles on 28 Mar 2025, 2,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,964 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,182 miles
Average per year
3,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,146 miles
  • 2024 – 130,964 miles
  • 2023 – 129,090 miles
  • 2021 – 125,360 miles
  • 2020 – 122,848 miles
  • 2019 – 118,365 miles
  • 2018 – 114,586 miles
  • 2017 – 111,321 miles
  • 2016 – 108,583 miles
  • 2015 – 105,688 miles
  • 2014 – 102,304 miles
  • 2013 – 97,961 miles
  • 2012 – 93,248 miles
  • 2011 – 89,499 miles
  • 2010 – 84,506 miles
  • 2009 – 78,477 miles
  • 2008 – 72,351 miles
  • 2007 – 65,683 miles
  • 2006 – 59,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,146 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective and rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,146 miles (+2,182)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    133,146 miles
    Test number
    515820748972
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass130,964 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    130,964 miles
    Test number
    750155192399
    • 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. Fail130,959 miles (+1,869)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,959 miles
    Test number
    473458205640
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCar alarm possibly affecting hazard lights.
    • 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))

  4. Pass129,090 miles (+3,730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,090 miles
    Test number
    855302928767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass125,360 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,360 miles
    Test number
    678960094162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail125,359 miles (+2,511)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,359 miles
    Test number
    780923056521
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass122,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,848 miles
    Test number
    208067127988
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail122,848 miles (+4,483)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,848 miles
    Test number
    157415919185
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass118,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    118,365 miles
    Test number
    465335908276
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail118,365 miles (+3,779)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,365 miles
    Test number
    855693550581
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass114,586 miles (+3,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,586 miles
    Test number
    880126361443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass111,321 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,321 miles
    Test number
    875567622323
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  13. Fail111,321 miles (+2,738)1 dangerous2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,321 miles
    Test number
    734432354649
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  14. Pass108,583 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,583 miles
    Test number
    951753054216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail108,583 miles (+2,895)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,583 miles
    Test number
    510826876320
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass105,688 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    105,688 miles
    Test number
    668977095069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s wiper rubbers in poor condition

  17. Fail105,688 miles (+3,384)3 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,688 miles
    Test number
    677302595039
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s wiper rubbers in poor condition

  18. Pass102,304 miles (+4,343)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    102,304 miles
    Test number
    107586384008
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass97,961 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,961 miles
    Test number
    327696903157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear axel bush perrished and insecure

  20. Fail97,961 miles (+4,713)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,961 miles
    Test number
    997404493081
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear axel bush perrished and insecure

  21. Fail93,248 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,248 miles
    Test number
    108100892049
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  22. Pass93,248 miles (+3,749)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    93,248 miles
    Test number
    477970292032
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  23. Pass89,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    89,499 miles
    Test number
    589442981040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail89,499 miles (+4,993)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,499 miles
    Test number
    906231881062
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass84,506 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,506 miles
    Test number
    752902380048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail84,506 miles (+6,029)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,506 miles
    Test number
    832212580063
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass78,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    78,477 miles
    Test number
    980308079019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,477 miles (+6,126)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,477 miles
    Test number
    750658379068
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass72,351 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    72,351 miles
    Test number
    223211398036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail72,351 miles (+6,668)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,351 miles
    Test number
    360371898058
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass65,683 miles (+6,206)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,683 miles
    Test number
    503015187046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass59,477 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,477 miles
    Test number
    843231886085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSeperation in rear diff mount
    • NoteSlight corrosion in rear brake discs

Questions about T683 FRU

Does T683 FRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T683 FRU expired on 27 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T683 FRU?
The MOT on T683 FRU expired on 27 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T683 FRU done?
T683 FRU was recorded at 133,146 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2025, an average of 3,874 miles a year.
Has T683 FRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T683 FRU has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T683 FRU 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 T683 FRU find?
T683 FRU passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2025 with 4 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective and rear; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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