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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T957 MKEMOT history

T957 MKE is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2019 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2019
Mileage
114,541 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,688 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T957 MKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2019
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T957 MKE was last recorded at 114,541 miles on 9 Jun 2023, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,533 miles · 2 Jan 2019
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,688 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,541 miles
  • 2019 – 114,533 miles
  • 2017 – 108,764 miles
  • 2016 – 102,846 miles
  • 2015 – 95,615 miles
  • 2014 – 90,791 miles
  • 2013 – 87,476 miles
  • 2012 – 87,476 miles
  • 2010 – 83,689 miles
  • 2009 – 78,189 miles
  • 2007 – 63,635 miles
  • 2006 – 55,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,541 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,541 miles (+8)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,541 miles
    Test number
    322024690361
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail114,533 miles (+5,769)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,533 miles
    Test number
    202648902502
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure mount broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,764 miles (+5,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,764 miles
    Test number
    474065004091
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding front to rear.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under vehicle and on major components

  4. Pass102,846 miles (+7,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,846 miles
    Test number
    879495679002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes - slight corrosion.

  5. Pass95,615 miles (+4,824)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    95,615 miles
    Test number
    887086629752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,791 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    90,791 miles
    Test number
    559763854334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front inner rack end has slight play

  7. Fail90,790 miles (+1,313)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,790 miles
    Test number
    636722254340
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front inner rack end has slight play

  8. Fail89,477 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    815227004089
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  9. Pass89,477 miles (+2,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    838137604099
    • 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)

  10. Pass87,476 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,476 miles
    Test number
    955753603018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail87,476 miles (+1,088)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,476 miles
    Test number
    645736262311
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass86,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,388 miles
    Test number
    147339102457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,388 miles (+2,699)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,388 miles
    Test number
    525046002093
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass83,689 miles (+5,500)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    83,689 miles
    Test number
    431918850456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass78,189 miles (+7,518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    78,189 miles
    Test number
    121878859368
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass70,671 miles (+7,036)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,671 miles
    Test number
    861033109016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteF/n/s f/o/s r/n/s tyres getting low

  17. Pass63,635 miles (+20)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    63,635 miles
    Test number
    792068657370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding slightly.

  18. Fail63,615 miles (+8,421)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,615 miles
    Test number
    284585557304
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding slightly.

  19. Pass55,194 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    55,194 miles
    Test number
    750392156332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,287 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    50,287 miles
    Test number
    614916906068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T957 MKE

Does T957 MKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T957 MKE expired on 8 Jan 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T957 MKE?
The MOT on T957 MKE expired on 8 Jan 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T957 MKE done?
T957 MKE was recorded at 114,541 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2023, an average of 3,688 miles a year.
Has T957 MKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T957 MKE has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T957 MKE 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 T957 MKE find?
T957 MKE failed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2023 with 1 major defect and 10 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 8 more.

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