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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T84 ABTMOT history

T84 ABT is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 183,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2024
Mileage
183,987 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T84 ABT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T84 ABT was last recorded at 183,987 miles on 22 Apr 2024, 4,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,966 miles · 24 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4,021 miles
Average per year
5,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 183,987 miles
  • 2023 – 179,966 miles
  • 2022 – 177,518 miles
  • 2021 – 174,954 miles
  • 2020 – 173,096 miles
  • 2019 – 167,490 miles
  • 2018 – 163,212 miles
  • 2017 – 158,192 miles
  • 2016 – 150,838 miles
  • 2015 – 141,133 miles
  • 2014 – 131,940 miles
  • 2013 – 125,726 miles
  • 2012 – 118,998 miles
  • 2011 – 114,930 miles
  • 2010 – 111,053 miles
  • 2009 – 107,379 miles
  • 2008 – 101,583 miles
  • 2007 – 96,077 miles
  • 2006 – 87,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail183,987 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorShock absorbers has negligible damping effect Both front shock absorbers worn out. (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorShock absorbers insecurely attached Nearside rear shock absorber detached from top mount. (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSubframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both nearside and offside rear outer sills corroded and holed near subframe mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both nearside and offside rear spring top mounting points corroded into holes. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both blades worn and split. (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine leaking oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing close to limit. (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Both front shock absorbers not very effective.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail183,987 miles (+4,021)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,987 miles
    Test number
    910815829351
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorShock absorbers has negligible damping effect Both front shock absorbers worn out. (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorShock absorbers insecurely attached Nearside rear shock absorber detached from top mount. (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSubframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both nearside and offside rear outer sills corroded and holed near subframe mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both nearside and offside rear spring top mounting points corroded into holes. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both blades worn and split. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine leaking oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing close to limit. (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass179,966 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    179,966 miles
    Test number
    330102769384
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers not very effective.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail179,896 miles (+2,378)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,896 miles
    Test number
    427464741023
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Offside outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers not very effective.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass177,518 miles (+17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    177,518 miles
    Test number
    721138972110
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail177,501 miles (+2,547)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,501 miles
    Test number
    451760970724
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass174,954 miles (+1,858)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    174,954 miles
    Test number
    910277550620
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering rack (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  7. Pass173,096 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    173,096 miles
    Test number
    113191126085
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security o/s/f jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn top bearing (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Fail173,083 miles (+5,593)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,083 miles
    Test number
    914051777777
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security o/s/f jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn top bearing (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Pass167,490 miles (+260)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    167,490 miles
    Test number
    164913299691
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Fail167,230 miles (+4,018)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,230 miles
    Test number
    610381918119
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass163,212 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    163,212 miles
    Test number
    950130653215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail163,212 miles (+5,020)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,212 miles
    Test number
    430886283493
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass158,192 miles (+7,354)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    158,192 miles
    Test number
    240454439854
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear diff bush worn

  14. Pass150,838 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    150,838 miles
    Test number
    263656623579
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  15. Fail150,824 miles (+9,691)1 dangerous7 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,824 miles
    Test number
    774771093054
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  16. Fail141,133 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,133 miles
    Test number
    599898365093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass141,133 miles (+9,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    141,133 miles
    Test number
    977808565003
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass131,940 miles (+6,214)11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    131,940 miles
    Test number
    206707564061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteVehicle presented with sill covers fitted

  19. Fail125,726 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,726 miles
    Test number
    416293963034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteAirbag lamp illuminated
    • NoteBrake warning light illuminated

  20. Pass125,726 miles (+6,728)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    125,726 miles
    Test number
    595113063030
    • NoteAirbag lamp illuminated
    • NoteBrake warning light illuminated

  21. Pass118,998 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    118,998 miles
    Test number
    298633462085
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light

  22. Fail118,998 miles (+4,068)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,998 miles
    Test number
    517883462022
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light

  23. Pass114,930 miles (+3,877)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    114,930 miles
    Test number
    738952061050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass111,053 miles (+3,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    111,053 miles
    Test number
    591522360005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass107,379 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    107,379 miles
    Test number
    150833169088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Fail107,369 miles (+5,786)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,369 miles
    Test number
    882802469034
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass101,583 miles (+5,506)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    101,583 miles
    Test number
    594489058000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp on

  28. Pass96,077 miles (+8,596)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    96,077 miles
    Test number
    401090567048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass87,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    87,481 miles
    Test number
    852420266047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T84 ABT

Does T84 ABT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T84 ABT expired on 23 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T84 ABT?
The MOT on T84 ABT expired on 23 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T84 ABT done?
T84 ABT was recorded at 183,987 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2024, an average of 5,319 miles a year.
Has T84 ABT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T84 ABT has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T84 ABT 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 T84 ABT find?
T84 ABT failed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2024 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn; shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both front shock absorbers worn out.; shock absorbers insecurely attached nearside rear shock absorber detached from top mount., and 7 more.

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