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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T689 TSFMOT history

T689 TSF is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 194,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2024
Mileage
194,553 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T689 TSF
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
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T689 TSF was last recorded at 194,553 miles on 11 Oct 2023, 327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,226 miles · 20 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
327 miles
Average per year
5,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 194,553 miles
  • 2021 – 191,239 miles
  • 2019 – 191,008 miles
  • 2018 – 190,455 miles
  • 2017 – 183,740 miles
  • 2016 – 175,004 miles
  • 2015 – 166,808 miles
  • 2014 – 160,547 miles
  • 2013 – 152,793 miles
  • 2012 – 144,170 miles
  • 2011 – 133,275 miles
  • 2010 – 122,396 miles
  • 2009 – 115,115 miles
  • 2008 – 109,266 miles
  • 2007 – 104,253 miles
  • 2006 – 97,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,553 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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,553 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    194,553 miles
    Test number
    916466242035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail194,226 miles (+81)10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,226 miles
    Test number
    216285068909
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Exhaust silencer insecure mount rubber above axle (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill front to back (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged perrished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses in poor condition fogged

  3. Fail194,145 miles (+2,906)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,145 miles
    Test number
    635225120341
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill around jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill and around jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBattery light is illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass191,239 miles (+231)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    191,239 miles
    Test number
    857610604472
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake lines (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryInner sills covered in wax oil where repairs have been carried out in the past on the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass191,008 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    191,008 miles
    Test number
    375418260280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass190,455 miles (+6,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    190,455 miles
    Test number
    263372836787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass183,740 miles (+8,736)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    183,740 miles
    Test number
    457500116131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass175,004 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    175,004 miles
    Test number
    962417575501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail174,977 miles (+8,169)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,977 miles
    Test number
    685242744891
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass166,808 miles (+6,261)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    166,808 miles
    Test number
    268235225113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass160,547 miles (+7,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    160,547 miles
    Test number
    149116924146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass152,793 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    152,793 miles
    Test number
    417987123147
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Fail152,792 miles (+8,622)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,792 miles
    Test number
    276509413410
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail144,170 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,170 miles
    Test number
    228356692098
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  15. Pass144,170 miles (+10,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    144,170 miles
    Test number
    367746292080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  16. Pass133,275 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    133,275 miles
    Test number
    368535331081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail133,265 miles (+10,869)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,265 miles
    Test number
    989265431069
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass122,396 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    122,396 miles
    Test number
    254295030008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail122,396 miles (+7,281)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,396 miles
    Test number
    194892730483
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass115,115 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    115,115 miles
    Test number
    362927529010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail115,115 miles (+5,849)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,115 miles
    Test number
    131536929474
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass109,266 miles (+5,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    109,266 miles
    Test number
    540585838075
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass104,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    104,253 miles
    Test number
    290040257122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail104,253 miles (+6,997)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,253 miles
    Test number
    364339047182
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass97,256 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    97,256 miles
    Test number
    621552456107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail97,192 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,192 miles
    Test number
    152796846123
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T689 TSF

Does T689 TSF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T689 TSF expired on 10 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T689 TSF?
The MOT on T689 TSF expired on 10 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T689 TSF done?
T689 TSF was recorded at 194,553 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2023, an average of 5,603 miles a year.
Has T689 TSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T689 TSF has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T689 TSF 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 T689 TSF find?
T689 TSF passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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