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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T91 CBYMOT history

T91 CBY is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2021 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2021
Mileage
156,034 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T91 CBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2021
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T91 CBY was last recorded at 156,034 miles on 21 Apr 2022, 733 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,301 miles · 9 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
733 miles
Average per year
4,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,034 miles
  • 2019 – 155,301 miles
  • 2018 – 154,173 miles
  • 2017 – 151,101 miles
  • 2016 – 150,266 miles
  • 2015 – 149,108 miles
  • 2014 – 146,661 miles
  • 2013 – 144,316 miles
  • 2012 – 138,057 miles
  • 2011 – 135,095 miles
  • 2010 – 128,466 miles
  • 2009 – 115,769 miles
  • 2008 – 103,791 miles
  • 2007 – 90,949 miles
  • 2006 – 89,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,034 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (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))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Both outer cover sills corroded at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged running slightly out of shape (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both front brake flexi hoses starting to deteriorate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,034 miles (+733)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,034 miles
    Test number
    963205969340
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass155,301 miles (+1,128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    155,301 miles
    Test number
    485145439483
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers corroded at rear

  3. Pass154,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    154,173 miles
    Test number
    139171874106
    • AdvisoryBoth outer cover sills corroded at rear

  4. Fail154,173 miles (+3,072)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,173 miles
    Test number
    200186102596
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer cover sills corroded at rear

  5. Pass151,101 miles (+835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    151,101 miles
    Test number
    866010907609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  6. Pass150,266 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    150,266 miles
    Test number
    678477031687
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged running slightly out of shape (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses starting to deteriorate

  7. Fail150,266 miles (+1,158)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,266 miles
    Test number
    587602881021
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded trailing arm metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged running slightly out of shape (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryWater leak on engine

  8. Pass149,108 miles (+2,447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    149,108 miles
    Test number
    927247765108
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass146,661 miles (+2,345)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    146,661 miles
    Test number
    447972464126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass144,316 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    144,316 miles
    Test number
    807751853167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust backbox deteriorated along seam

  11. Fail144,316 miles (+6,259)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,316 miles
    Test number
    986428143191
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust backbox deteriorated along seam

  12. Pass138,057 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    138,057 miles
    Test number
    515573752192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail138,057 miles (+2,962)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,057 miles
    Test number
    438763352155
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass135,095 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    135,095 miles
    Test number
    268388761108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail135,086 miles (+6,620)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,086 miles
    Test number
    819231161192
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass128,466 miles (+12,697)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    128,466 miles
    Test number
    391327760107
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Pass115,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    115,769 miles
    Test number
    761171069156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail115,769 miles (+11,978)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,769 miles
    Test number
    490021769121
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on the outer edge and cut on the inner wall
    • NoteScreen damaged

  19. Pass103,791 miles (+4)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    103,791 miles
    Test number
    240444768461
    • DangerousEngine cooling fan cowling is damaged

  20. Fail103,787 miles (+12,838)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,787 miles
    Test number
    813683968152
    • DangerousEngine cooling fan cowling is damaged
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  21. Pass90,949 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    90,949 miles
    Test number
    750175667169
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail90,949 miles (+1,295)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,949 miles
    Test number
    200352467490
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass89,654 miles (+368)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    89,654 miles
    Test number
    711857607055
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front shocker slight leak

  24. Pass89,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    89,286 miles
    Test number
    270759886033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T91 CBY

Does T91 CBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T91 CBY expired on 8 Jan 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T91 CBY?
The MOT on T91 CBY expired on 8 Jan 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T91 CBY done?
T91 CBY was recorded at 156,034 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2022, an average of 4,156 miles a year.
Has T91 CBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T91 CBY has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T91 CBY 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 T91 CBY find?
T91 CBY failed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2022 with 8 major defects and 2 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 7 more.

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