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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T887 KNCMOT history

T887 KNC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 139,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
139,345 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T887 KNC
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
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T887 KNC was last recorded at 139,345 miles on 16 Mar 2022, 3,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,379 miles · 11 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
3,966 miles
Average per year
5,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,345 miles
  • 2021 – 135,379 miles
  • 2020 – 132,008 miles
  • 2019 – 122,049 miles
  • 2018 – 120,186 miles
  • 2017 – 118,966 miles
  • 2016 – 115,031 miles
  • 2014 – 112,033 miles
  • 2013 – 108,700 miles
  • 2012 – 106,992 miles
  • 2011 – 103,539 miles
  • 2010 – 99,408 miles
  • 2009 – 93,740 miles
  • 2008 – 80,477 miles
  • 2007 – 67,717 miles
  • 2006 – 52,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,345 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak from gearboxRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear differential slight oil leak

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,345 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    139,345 miles
    Test number
    593486365030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox
    • AdvisoryRear differential slight oil leak

  2. Fail139,345 miles (+3,966)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,345 miles
    Test number
    900829006774
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens deteriorated (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens deteriorated (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox
    • AdvisoryRear differential slight oil leak

  3. Pass135,379 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,379 miles
    Test number
    174543975160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff

  4. Fail135,379 miles (+3,371)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,379 miles
    Test number
    657814451843
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff

  5. Pass132,008 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,008 miles
    Test number
    222993627457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged but not split
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hanger area corroded & slight gas leak (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail132,007 miles (+9,958)3 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,007 miles
    Test number
    179270344744
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened heavily corroded & pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened heavily corroded & pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged corroded & split outer (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged but not split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hanger area corroded & slight gas leak (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass122,049 miles (+1,863)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    122,049 miles
    Test number
    101546440254
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass120,186 miles (+1,220)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    120,186 miles
    Test number
    730531433492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,966 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    118,966 miles
    Test number
    632635111567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,031 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    115,031 miles
    Test number
    373112466773
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking in tread

  11. Fail115,028 miles (+2,995)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,028 miles
    Test number
    394333875166
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking in tread

  12. Pass112,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    112,033 miles
    Test number
    486827634332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail112,033 miles (+3,333)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,033 miles
    Test number
    215705934345
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust fouling rear subframe

  14. Pass108,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    108,700 miles
    Test number
    665768553362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail108,700 miles (+1,708)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,700 miles
    Test number
    796112353388
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass106,992 miles (+3,453)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    106,992 miles
    Test number
    238258712332
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll discs scored

  17. Pass103,539 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    103,539 miles
    Test number
    338262581167
    • AdvisoryExhaust 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail103,539 miles (+4,131)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,539 miles
    Test number
    366439771183
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass99,408 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    99,408 miles
    Test number
    120140820185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers and underbody covers fitted preventing full inspection

  20. Fail99,406 miles (+5,666)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,406 miles
    Test number
    224997810178
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers and underbody covers fitted preventing full inspection

  21. Pass93,740 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    93,740 miles
    Test number
    724649479068
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NotePlastic guards fitted to underside of vehicle preventing full inspection

  22. Fail93,740 miles (+13,263)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,740 miles
    Test number
    162587179071
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NotePlastic guards fitted to underside of vehicle preventing full inspection

  23. Pass80,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    843141488098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail80,474 miles (+12,757)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,474 miles
    Test number
    934781988047
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass67,717 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,717 miles
    Test number
    232940497057
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail67,717 miles (+15,151)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,717 miles
    Test number
    301940197095
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass52,566 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,566 miles
    Test number
    753432386052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T887 KNC

Does T887 KNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T887 KNC expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T887 KNC?
The MOT on T887 KNC expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T887 KNC done?
T887 KNC was recorded at 139,345 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2022, an average of 5,430 miles a year.
Has T887 KNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T887 KNC has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T887 KNC 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 T887 KNC find?
T887 KNC passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2022 with 9 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at wheel arch; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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