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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T97 KUXMOT history

T97 KUX is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 82,174 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2024
Mileage
82,174 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2024
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T97 KUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2024
Latest MOT test
10 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T97 KUX was last recorded at 82,174 miles on 10 May 2024, 831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,343 miles · 24 May 2023
Between the last two tests
831 miles
Average per year
2,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 82,174 miles
  • 2023 – 81,343 miles
  • 2022 – 79,111 miles
  • 2020 – 76,333 miles
  • 2019 – 75,711 miles
  • 2018 – 73,902 miles
  • 2017 – 71,212 miles
  • 2016 – 67,726 miles
  • 2015 – 66,627 miles
  • 2014 – 64,766 miles
  • 2013 – 58,135 miles
  • 2011 – 51,891 miles
  • 2010 – 47,545 miles
  • 2009 – 39,639 miles
  • 2008 – 36,334 miles
  • 2007 – 32,659 miles
  • 2006 – 28,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail82,174 miles
  • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONTS (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO FLEXABLE (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear brake slightly binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail82,174 miles (+831)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,174 miles
    Test number
    606844812555
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONTS (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO FLEXABLE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass81,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,343 miles
    Test number
    889429441269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,343 miles (+2,232)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,343 miles
    Test number
    509701430021
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass79,111 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,111 miles
    Test number
    521397220182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail79,096 miles (+2,763)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,096 miles
    Test number
    613413029878
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass76,333 miles (+622)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    76,333 miles
    Test number
    177222397103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,711 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,711 miles
    Test number
    501720901245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake slightly binding

  8. Fail75,695 miles (+15)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,695 miles
    Test number
    527583268884
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake slightly binding

  9. Fail75,680 miles (+1,778)10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,680 miles
    Test number
    394306182815
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded Above diff (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Rubber split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRun flat tyres fitted to the rear axle, standard on the front

  10. Pass73,902 miles (+26)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,902 miles
    Test number
    674841797689
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to breaking through tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Fail73,876 miles (+2,664)3 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,876 miles
    Test number
    608971377176
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to breaking through tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass71,212 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,212 miles
    Test number
    263166927462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail71,211 miles (+49)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,211 miles
    Test number
    774913347832
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail71,162 miles (+3,436)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,162 miles
    Test number
    403486407600
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear pads worn

  15. Pass67,726 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,726 miles
    Test number
    413200771090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,635 miles (+1,008)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,635 miles
    Test number
    247955219721
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber mount broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass66,627 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,627 miles
    Test number
    685966315227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,625 miles (+1,859)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    487489445160
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass64,766 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    64,766 miles
    Test number
    558186974087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail64,765 miles (+6,630)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,765 miles
    Test number
    946563374032
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass58,135 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,135 miles
    Test number
    456392173084
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail58,133 miles (+6,242)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,133 miles
    Test number
    169867563438
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass51,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,891 miles
    Test number
    259136951245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,891 miles (+4,346)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,891 miles
    Test number
    158106751228
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass47,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    47,545 miles
    Test number
    272874140337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,539 miles (+5,648)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,539 miles
    Test number
    833174740344
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass41,891 miles (+2,252)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    41,891 miles
    Test number
    113937800406
    • NoteFront tyres worn edges+perishing

  28. Pass39,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,639 miles
    Test number
    940290679024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail39,639 miles (+3,305)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,639 miles
    Test number
    711649469085
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  30. Pass36,334 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,334 miles
    Test number
    251037878030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass32,659 miles (+3,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    32,659 miles
    Test number
    692769587058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass28,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,824 miles
    Test number
    413832086027
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T97 KUX

Does T97 KUX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T97 KUX expired on 23 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T97 KUX?
The MOT on T97 KUX expired on 23 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T97 KUX done?
T97 KUX was recorded at 82,174 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2024, an average of 2,942 miles a year.
Has T97 KUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T97 KUX has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T97 KUX 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 T97 KUX find?
T97 KUX failed its latest MOT on 10 May 2024 with 8 major defects and 3 advisories: brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front outer vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill, and 8 more.

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