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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T774 BTHMOT history

T774 BTH is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2023
Mileage
91,298 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T774 BTH
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
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T774 BTH was last recorded at 91,298 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 3,735 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,563 miles · 31 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,735 miles
Average per year
2,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 91,298 miles
  • 2022 – 87,563 miles
  • 2021 – 85,179 miles
  • 2019 – 83,474 miles
  • 2017 – 83,439 miles
  • 2016 – 80,912 miles
  • 2015 – 79,386 miles
  • 2012 – 77,001 miles
  • 2010 – 76,980 miles
  • 2009 – 73,576 miles
  • 2008 – 68,364 miles
  • 2007 – 65,160 miles
  • 2006 – 56,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,298 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Aborted - Vehicle overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Lower sill/ arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake wear sensor insecure
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipes rubbing on wishbone
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some items

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 Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail91,298 miles (+3,735)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,298 miles
    Test number
    812253206706
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Aborted - Vehicle overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Lower sill/ arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake wear sensor insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipes rubbing on wishbone
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some items

  2. Pass87,563 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,563 miles
    Test number
    278424728503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,179 miles (+871)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,179 miles
    Test number
    750140438646
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material starting to corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass84,308 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,308 miles
    Test number
    229244048294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail84,302 miles (+828)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,302 miles
    Test number
    684173585025
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass83,474 miles (+21)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,474 miles
    Test number
    770975677566
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail83,453 miles (+14)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,453 miles
    Test number
    458422594735
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements 15% (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass83,439 miles (+2,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    83,439 miles
    Test number
    831593429710
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked and perished- no cords shown

  9. Pass80,912 miles (+1,526)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,912 miles
    Test number
    272273456448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silener outer skim deteriorated

  10. Pass79,386 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,386 miles
    Test number
    149431095134
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteSome corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  11. Fail79,386 miles (+2,385)12 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,386 miles
    Test number
    288797185144
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteSome corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  12. Pass77,001 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    656875892000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail76,997 miles (+17)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,997 miles
    Test number
    168923592436
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass76,980 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    76,980 miles
    Test number
    652504070287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs slightly pitted
    • NoteSlight play detetected in offside of steering rack/arm

  15. Fail76,980 miles (+3,404)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,980 miles
    Test number
    330083770492
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs slightly pitted
    • NoteSlight play detetected in offside of steering rack/arm

  16. Pass73,576 miles (+17)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    73,576 miles
    Test number
    814200459287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate has slight crack
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  17. Fail73,559 miles (+5,195)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,559 miles
    Test number
    621188649234
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)
    • NoteFront number plate has slight crack
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  18. Pass68,364 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,364 miles
    Test number
    654443308281
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail68,364 miles (+3,204)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,364 miles
    Test number
    970681008229
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass65,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,160 miles
    Test number
    124424297197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,160 miles (+9,001)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,160 miles
    Test number
    362973097183
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  22. Pass56,159 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    56,159 miles
    Test number
    551552576173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Fail56,159 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,159 miles
    Test number
    790672676107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T774 BTH

Does T774 BTH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T774 BTH expired on 30 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T774 BTH?
The MOT on T774 BTH expired on 30 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T774 BTH done?
T774 BTH was recorded at 91,298 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 2,030 miles a year.
Has T774 BTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T774 BTH has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T774 BTH 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 T774 BTH find?
T774 BTH failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 2 major defects and 11 advisories: emissions unable to be completed aborted - vehicle overheated; offside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower sill/ arch; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules corroded, and 10 more.

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