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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T902 TCFMOT history

T902 TCF is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2022 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 185,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2022
Mileage
185,278 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T902 TCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T902 TCF was last recorded at 185,278 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,051 miles · 9 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
227 miles
Average per year
8,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 185,278 miles
  • 2021 – 176,688 miles
  • 2020 – 170,092 miles
  • 2019 – 163,184 miles
  • 2018 – 154,676 miles
  • 2017 – 144,563 miles
  • 2016 – 133,899 miles
  • 2015 – 122,663 miles
  • 2014 – 114,613 miles
  • 2013 – 107,756 miles
  • 2012 – 99,746 miles
  • 2011 – 91,302 miles
  • 2010 – 82,469 miles
  • 2009 – 71,858 miles
  • 2008 – 62,446 miles
  • 2007 – 51,728 miles
  • 2006 – 42,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail185,278 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear park brake cables deteriorated

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail185,278 miles (+227)2 dangerous14 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,278 miles
    Test number
    110620397078
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear park brake cables deteriorated

  2. Fail185,051 miles (+8,363)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,051 miles
    Test number
    609938236457
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass176,688 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    176,688 miles
    Test number
    540854332969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail176,688 miles (+6,596)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,688 miles
    Test number
    408732935706
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass170,092 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    170,092 miles
    Test number
    472668658642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail170,092 miles (+6,908)1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,092 miles
    Test number
    488266629818
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No beam pattern to o/s or n/s headlights (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass163,184 miles (+8,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    163,184 miles
    Test number
    643143655937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass154,676 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    154,676 miles
    Test number
    240811178271
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some steel (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail154,672 miles (+2,358)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,672 miles
    Test number
    280797595840
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear n/s/r 2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass152,314 miles (+7,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    152,314 miles
    Test number
    831785772398
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (7.1.2)

  11. Pass144,563 miles (+10,664)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    144,563 miles
    Test number
    384625700681
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass133,899 miles (+11,236)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    133,899 miles
    Test number
    198450395002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass122,663 miles (+8,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    122,663 miles
    Test number
    148331125459
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass114,613 miles (+6,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    114,613 miles
    Test number
    938198334019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass107,756 miles (+8,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    107,756 miles
    Test number
    346374743009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass99,746 miles (+8,444)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    99,746 miles
    Test number
    975497732027
    • 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)

  17. Pass91,302 miles (+8,833)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    91,302 miles
    Test number
    777884831094
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass82,469 miles (+10,611)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,469 miles
    Test number
    871295230094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,858 miles (+9,412)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    71,858 miles
    Test number
    553368339070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,446 miles (+10,718)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    62,446 miles
    Test number
    811003138094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,728 miles (+9,718)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    51,728 miles
    Test number
    370103047030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,010 miles
    Test number
    173651346419
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T902 TCF

Does T902 TCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T902 TCF expired on 27 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T902 TCF?
The MOT on T902 TCF expired on 27 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T902 TCF done?
T902 TCF was recorded at 185,278 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 8,567 miles a year.
Has T902 TCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T902 TCF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T902 TCF 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 T902 TCF find?
T902 TCF failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 14 major defects and 11 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 24 more.

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