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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T951 BWLMOT history

T951 BWL is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 136,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2023
Mileage
136,102 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T951 BWL
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T951 BWL was last recorded at 136,102 miles on 20 Apr 2022, 2,025 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,077 miles · 23 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2,025 miles
Average per year
4,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 136,102 miles
  • 2021 – 134,077 miles
  • 2019 – 132,315 miles
  • 2018 – 131,689 miles
  • 2017 – 130,273 miles
  • 2016 – 127,269 miles
  • 2015 – 120,147 miles
  • 2014 – 109,539 miles
  • 2013 – 102,733 miles
  • 2012 – 95,491 miles
  • 2011 – 90,509 miles
  • 2010 – 88,106 miles
  • 2009 – 84,556 miles
  • 2008 – 76,841 miles
  • 2007 – 64,653 miles
  • 2006 – 59,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,102 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBoth sides outer sill covers are corroded
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front and rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front and rear springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak round engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Secondary air intake box insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under body components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,102 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    136,102 miles
    Test number
    501683089112
    • AdvisoryBoth sides outer sill covers are corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,102 miles (+2,025)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,102 miles
    Test number
    390831491499
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides outer sill covers are corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,077 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    134,077 miles
    Test number
    839015696496
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak round engine area
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySecondary air intake box insecure
    • AdvisoryUnder body components corroded

  4. Fail134,074 miles (+1,759)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,074 miles
    Test number
    161645146761
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to excessive smoking. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded through
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded through
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak round engine area
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySecondary air intake box insecure
    • AdvisoryUnder body components corroded

  5. Pass132,315 miles (+626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,315 miles
    Test number
    206316413516
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass131,689 miles (+1,416)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    131,689 miles
    Test number
    853180025288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,273 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    130,273 miles
    Test number
    475588486715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,269 miles (+7,122)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    127,269 miles
    Test number
    855566939932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,147 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    120,147 miles
    Test number
    181805244816
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables outer casing are starting to deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth rear road springs are rusty
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside seat belt is slow in returning

  10. Fail120,147 miles (+3,145)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,147 miles
    Test number
    165849359802
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables outer casing are starting to deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth rear road springs are rusty
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside seat belt is slow in returning

  11. Fail117,002 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,002 miles
    Test number
    217931575477
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass117,002 miles (+7,463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    117,002 miles
    Test number
    298171775184
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass109,539 miles (+6,806)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    109,539 miles
    Test number
    936978154158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,733 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    102,733 miles
    Test number
    997341973150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail102,733 miles (+7,242)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,733 miles
    Test number
    657841673119
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass95,491 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    95,491 miles
    Test number
    858108272195
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag malfunction indicator lamp on
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing

  17. Fail95,490 miles (+4,981)1 dangerous3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,490 miles
    Test number
    269048272419
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAirbag malfunction indicator lamp on
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing

  18. Pass90,509 miles (+2,403)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    90,509 miles
    Test number
    149408061155
    • NoteAir bag warnimg light is on

  19. Pass88,106 miles (+3,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    88,106 miles
    Test number
    144539170156
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass84,556 miles (+7,715)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    84,556 miles
    Test number
    462556139177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,841 miles (+12,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,841 miles
    Test number
    504992468115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass64,653 miles (+5,486)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    64,653 miles
    Test number
    564140257141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    59,167 miles
    Test number
    201202346495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T951 BWL

Does T951 BWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T951 BWL expired on 22 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T951 BWL?
The MOT on T951 BWL expired on 22 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T951 BWL done?
T951 BWL was recorded at 136,102 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2022, an average of 4,835 miles a year.
Has T951 BWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T951 BWL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T951 BWL 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 T951 BWL find?
T951 BWL passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2022 with 8 advisories: both sides outer sill covers are corroded; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear both sides; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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