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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T87 ELUMOT history

T87 ELU is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 98,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2023
Mileage
98,264 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T87 ELU
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
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T87 ELU was last recorded at 98,264 miles on 1 Apr 2023, 142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,122 miles · 1 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
142 miles
Average per year
1,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,264 miles
  • 2022 – 98,122 miles
  • 2021 – 97,486 miles
  • 2019 – 96,607 miles
  • 2018 – 94,823 miles
  • 2017 – 93,141 miles
  • 2016 – 91,240 miles
  • 2015 – 91,067 miles
  • 2014 – 91,017 miles
  • 2010 – 88,312 miles
  • 2008 – 82,356 miles
  • 2007 – 71,918 miles
  • 2006 – 66,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,264 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear view badly distorted (3.3 (c))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slighty corroderd (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slighty corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside parking brake recording low effort

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 handbrake effort low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,264 miles (+142)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,264 miles
    Test number
    393878986472
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear view badly distorted (3.3 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slighty corroderd (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slighty corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake recording low effort

  2. Pass98,122 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,122 miles
    Test number
    802846388203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,117 miles (+631)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,117 miles
    Test number
    556420689737
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass97,486 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    97,486 miles
    Test number
    140428994902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail97,474 miles (+867)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,474 miles
    Test number
    994473433440
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass96,607 miles (+1,784)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,607 miles
    Test number
    918023543324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass94,823 miles (+1,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    94,823 miles
    Test number
    323815528515
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryNearside front and nearside rear tyres worn bald on inner edges

  8. Pass93,141 miles (+1,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,141 miles
    Test number
    692127687325
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryNearside front and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edges

  9. Pass91,240 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,240 miles
    Test number
    611366907940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,067 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,067 miles
    Test number
    617812185177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,017 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    91,017 miles
    Test number
    285999744191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,986 miles (+2,674)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,986 miles
    Test number
    335631644128
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass88,312 miles (+5,956)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    88,312 miles
    Test number
    653918270038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,356 miles (+10,438)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    82,356 miles
    Test number
    484089468207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,918 miles (+5,778)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    71,918 miles
    Test number
    302491967272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,140 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    66,140 miles
    Test number
    840512966270
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T87 ELU

Does T87 ELU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T87 ELU expired on 31 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T87 ELU?
The MOT on T87 ELU expired on 31 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T87 ELU done?
T87 ELU was recorded at 98,264 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2023, an average of 1,943 miles a year.
Has T87 ELU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T87 ELU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T87 ELU 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 T87 ELU find?
T87 ELU failed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2023 with 8 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 14 more.

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