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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T985 TAVMOT history

T985 TAV is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 53,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2024
Mileage
53,659 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T985 TAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T985 TAV was last recorded at 53,659 miles on 15 Aug 2023, 78 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,581 miles · 10 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
78 miles
Average per year
1,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 53,659 miles
  • 2022 – 52,507 miles
  • 2021 – 51,644 miles
  • 2020 – 49,774 miles
  • 2019 – 48,186 miles
  • 2018 – 46,785 miles
  • 2017 – 44,984 miles
  • 2016 – 43,765 miles
  • 2015 – 41,334 miles
  • 2014 – 38,690 miles
  • 2013 – 36,120 miles
  • 2012 – 34,733 miles
  • 2011 – 33,330 miles
  • 2010 – 31,871 miles
  • 2009 – 29,705 miles
  • 2008 – 28,048 miles
  • 2007 – 25,201 miles
  • 2006 – 22,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,659 miles
  • AdvisoryFront front suspension components heavy corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,659 miles (+78)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    53,659 miles
    Test number
    439323351340
    • AdvisoryFront front suspension components heavy corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail53,581 miles (+1,074)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,581 miles
    Test number
    966848051126
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass52,507 miles (+863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    52,507 miles
    Test number
    292400630970
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer heavily corroded but not blowing

  4. Pass51,644 miles (+1,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    51,644 miles
    Test number
    395376916308
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass49,774 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    49,774 miles
    Test number
    738261978568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  6. Fail49,774 miles (+1,588)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,774 miles
    Test number
    158338135537
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  7. Pass48,186 miles (+1,401)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    48,186 miles
    Test number
    887150446423
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass46,785 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    46,785 miles
    Test number
    512930500409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,984 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,984 miles
    Test number
    887397048941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,765 miles (+2,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,765 miles
    Test number
    961582985481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi hose to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass41,334 miles (+2,644)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,334 miles
    Test number
    237012175040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass38,690 miles (+2,570)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    38,690 miles
    Test number
    619611674078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass36,120 miles (+1,387)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,120 miles
    Test number
    197381883042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded not blowing

  14. Pass34,733 miles (+1,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,733 miles
    Test number
    926013802193
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass33,330 miles (+1,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    33,330 miles
    Test number
    345953671090
    • NoteTrims and trays covering testable items

  16. Pass31,871 miles (+43)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    31,871 miles
    Test number
    301357790043
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTrims and trays covering testable items
    • NoteWipers have no first speed

  17. Fail31,828 miles (+2,123)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,828 miles
    Test number
    561499380045
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTrims and trays covering testable items
    • NoteWipers have no first speed

  18. Pass29,705 miles (+1,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,705 miles
    Test number
    723369479033
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass28,048 miles (+2,847)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,048 miles
    Test number
    220819078065
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  20. Pass25,201 miles (+11)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,201 miles
    Test number
    870062307131
    • NoteUnder covers fitted

  21. Fail25,190 miles (+2,457)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,190 miles
    Test number
    220200007438
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass22,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,733 miles
    Test number
    151096176026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T985 TAV

Does T985 TAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T985 TAV expired on 14 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T985 TAV?
The MOT on T985 TAV expired on 14 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T985 TAV done?
T985 TAV was recorded at 53,659 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2023, an average of 1,776 miles a year.
Has T985 TAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 TAV has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T985 TAV 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 T985 TAV find?
T985 TAV passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: front front suspension components heavy corroded; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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