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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T743 PNYMOT history

T743 PNY is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 128,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2023
Mileage
128,391 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T743 PNY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T743 PNY was last recorded at 128,391 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,381 miles · 20 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 128,391 miles
  • 2023 – 128,381 miles
  • 2022 – 127,276 miles
  • 2021 – 127,162 miles
  • 2020 – 126,020 miles
  • 2019 – 124,702 miles
  • 2018 – 121,311 miles
  • 2017 – 118,305 miles
  • 2016 – 114,907 miles
  • 2015 – 110,978 miles
  • 2014 – 106,988 miles
  • 2013 – 103,067 miles
  • 2012 – 98,088 miles
  • 2011 – 93,232 miles
  • 2010 – 88,138 miles
  • 2009 – 83,336 miles
  • 2008 – 79,023 miles
  • 2007 – 74,023 miles
  • 2006 – 69,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,391 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Both rear inner and outer sills starting to corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail128,391 miles (+10)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,391 miles
    Test number
    948947614079
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail128,381 miles (+1,105)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,381 miles
    Test number
    767039358259
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

  3. Pass127,276 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    127,276 miles
    Test number
    828900682827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass127,162 miles (+1,142)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,162 miles
    Test number
    735386132475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,020 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,020 miles
    Test number
    799208460984
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner and outer sills starting to corroded

  6. Fail126,017 miles (+1,315)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,017 miles
    Test number
    670645747978
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner and outer sills starting to corroded

  7. Pass124,702 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,702 miles
    Test number
    271599346110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides Cracking. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Inner Edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail124,702 miles (+3,391)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,702 miles
    Test number
    368246941070
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides Cracking. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Inner Edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass121,311 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    121,311 miles
    Test number
    303951635841
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail121,311 miles (+3,006)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,311 miles
    Test number
    484939253430
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass118,305 miles (+3,398)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    118,305 miles
    Test number
    439277575605
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened both (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50x16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass114,907 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    114,907 miles
    Test number
    132616458664
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail114,907 miles (+3,929)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,907 miles
    Test number
    717733723523
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass110,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    110,978 miles
    Test number
    444094275630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail110,978 miles (+3,990)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,978 miles
    Test number
    462871647551
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail106,988 miles4 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,988 miles
    Test number
    387573024438
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly obscured

  17. Pass106,988 miles (+3,921)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    106,988 miles
    Test number
    996513024298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly obscured

  18. Pass103,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,067 miles
    Test number
    119026143252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail103,067 miles (+4,979)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,067 miles
    Test number
    647816343206
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  20. Pass98,088 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,088 miles
    Test number
    308107232231
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail98,088 miles (+4,856)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,088 miles
    Test number
    356937332265
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteS.R.S light on

  22. Fail93,232 miles1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,232 miles
    Test number
    258535331214
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAir bag light staying on
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  23. Pass93,232 miles (+5,094)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    93,232 miles
    Test number
    407145331217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAir bag light staying on
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  24. Pass88,138 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    88,138 miles
    Test number
    144172130203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag failure light displayed on instrument cluster
    • NoteO/S/R and N/S/R brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight deterioration of o/s and n/s parking brake cables
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  25. Fail88,138 miles (+4,802)1 failure5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,138 miles
    Test number
    731542730268
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag failure light displayed on instrument cluster
    • NoteSlight deterioration of o/s and n/s parking brake cables
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  26. Pass83,336 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    83,336 miles
    Test number
    942791539272
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAirbag warning light staying on
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre

  27. Fail83,336 miles (+4,313)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,336 miles
    Test number
    433141339258
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 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 pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAirbag warning light staying on
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre

  28. Pass79,023 miles (+5,000)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    79,023 miles
    Test number
    790732228211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAir bag light staying on.
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inner edge.

  29. Pass74,023 miles (+4,286)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    74,023 miles
    Test number
    491944337280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft slightly corroded (2.4.G.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft slightly corroded (2.4.G.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag warning light staying on
    • NoteFront & rear brake pads approx half worn
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect both outer sills plastic covers fitted

  30. Pass69,737 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    69,737 miles
    Test number
    970598726238
    • 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)
    • NoteAir bag warning light staying on

Questions about T743 PNY

Does T743 PNY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T743 PNY expired on 27 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T743 PNY?
The MOT on T743 PNY expired on 27 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T743 PNY done?
T743 PNY was recorded at 128,391 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 3,355 miles a year.
Has T743 PNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T743 PNY has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T743 PNY 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 T743 PNY find?
T743 PNY failed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 2 more.

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