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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T81 XSFMOT history

T81 XSF is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2022
Mileage
114,396 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T81 XSF
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
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T81 XSF was last recorded at 114,396 miles on 14 Dec 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,396 miles · 2 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 114,396 miles
  • 2020 – 113,564 miles
  • 2019 – 112,640 miles
  • 2018 – 110,164 miles
  • 2017 – 108,139 miles
  • 2016 – 107,138 miles
  • 2015 – 105,693 miles
  • 2014 – 103,658 miles
  • 2013 – 100,942 miles
  • 2012 – 98,884 miles
  • 2011 – 96,346 miles
  • 2010 – 94,227 miles
  • 2009 – 92,817 miles
  • 2008 – 91,865 miles
  • 2007 – 88,690 miles
  • 2005 – 83,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,396 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak from engineRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center and tail pipe sections (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sill covers are corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,396 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,396 miles
    Test number
    520643507567
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from engine
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center and tail pipe sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sill covers are corroded.

  2. Fail114,396 miles (+832)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,396 miles
    Test number
    226480156819
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from engine
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sill covers are corroded.

  3. Pass113,564 miles (+924)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    113,564 miles
    Test number
    409919808398
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe offside and nearside screw on over sills are corroded. these are cosmetic and do not form part of the vehicle structure

  4. Pass112,640 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,640 miles
    Test number
    719160267494
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail112,640 miles (+2,476)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,640 miles
    Test number
    520459306237
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,164 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,164 miles
    Test number
    214704156530
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail110,163 miles (+2,024)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,163 miles
    Test number
    642301231446
    • DangerousPower steering component(s) leaking steering rack? (2.3.3b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass108,139 miles (+1,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,139 miles
    Test number
    722858948333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass107,138 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    107,138 miles
    Test number
    245565740703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail107,138 miles (+1,445)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,138 miles
    Test number
    340562548696
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases unable to c/o emissions test due to condition of exhaust (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass105,693 miles (+2,035)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,693 miles
    Test number
    897607215108
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOsf tyre inner sidewall starting to split/ within limits at time of test

  12. Pass103,658 miles (+2,716)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,658 miles
    Test number
    359297424108
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSlight noise osf wheelbearing

  13. Pass100,942 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    100,942 miles
    Test number
    597819003178
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail100,942 miles (+2,058)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,942 miles
    Test number
    767898003147
    • DangerousOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass98,884 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,884 miles
    Test number
    278282232406
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  16. Fail98,884 miles (+2,538)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,884 miles
    Test number
    596840532138
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Pass96,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,346 miles
    Test number
    749009771152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,346 miles (+2,119)6 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,346 miles
    Test number
    479184771114
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass94,227 miles (+1,410)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    94,227 miles
    Test number
    460645470156
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe at wheel corroded
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe at flexi corroded
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe at rear wheel corroded
    • NoteO/s/r to front brake pipe corroded
    • NotePassenger door mirror slack

  20. Pass92,817 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,817 miles
    Test number
    280723869135
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth front and front to rear and o/s/r brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly cracked
    • NoteN/s mirror slightly insecure

  21. Fail92,817 miles (+952)3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,817 miles
    Test number
    432632769189
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth front and front to rear and o/s/r brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly cracked
    • NoteN/s mirror slightly insecure

  22. Pass91,865 miles (+3,175)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    91,865 miles
    Test number
    604398578132
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass88,690 miles (+5,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    88,690 miles
    Test number
    762072547187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass83,070 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    83,070 miles
    Test number
    243487845315
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Questions about T81 XSF

Does T81 XSF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T81 XSF expired on 13 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T81 XSF?
The MOT on T81 XSF expired on 13 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T81 XSF done?
T81 XSF was recorded at 114,396 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2021, an average of 1,958 miles a year.
Has T81 XSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T81 XSF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T81 XSF 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 T81 XSF find?
T81 XSF passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: coolant leak from engine; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center and tail pipe sections; offside and nearside outer sill covers are corroded..

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