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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V686 LCPMOT history

V686 LCP is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2023.

V686 LCP red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2024
Mileage
105,064 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 LCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2024
Latest MOT test
10 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V686 LCP was last recorded at 105,064 miles on 10 May 2023, 984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,080 miles · 18 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
984 miles
Average per year
3,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,064 miles
  • 2022 – 104,080 miles
  • 2021 – 102,943 miles
  • 2020 – 101,743 miles
  • 2019 – 101,069 miles
  • 2018 – 100,004 miles
  • 2017 – 99,116 miles
  • 2016 – 97,728 miles
  • 2015 – 96,248 miles
  • 2013 – 89,212 miles
  • 2012 – 81,801 miles
  • 2011 – 73,105 miles
  • 2010 – 61,134 miles
  • 2009 – 59,270 miles
  • 2008 – 57,580 miles
  • 2007 – 55,467 miles
  • 2006 – 51,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,064 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,064 miles (+984)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    105,064 miles
    Test number
    633350102993
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,080 miles (+1,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    104,080 miles
    Test number
    146241742313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass102,943 miles (+1,200)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    102,943 miles
    Test number
    666020072821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    101,743 miles
    Test number
    109400498399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,743 miles (+237)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,743 miles
    Test number
    219769568531
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail101,506 miles (+437)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,506 miles
    Test number
    630155604817
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass101,069 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,069 miles
    Test number
    708716203378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,066 miles (+1,062)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,066 miles
    Test number
    386368710583
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass100,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    200832981168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,004 miles (+888)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,004 miles
    Test number
    297200177085
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  11. Pass99,116 miles (+1,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    99,116 miles
    Test number
    494851677322
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit advise changing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit advise changing (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass97,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    97,728 miles
    Test number
    137996175239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,728 miles (+1,480)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,728 miles
    Test number
    175343094473
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass96,248 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    96,248 miles
    Test number
    526182845003
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs corroded

  15. Fail96,248 miles (+7,036)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,248 miles
    Test number
    718370345013
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs corroded
    • NoteEml on

  16. Pass89,212 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    89,212 miles
    Test number
    578828013233
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteFuel tank strappes corroded

  17. Fail89,212 miles (+7,411)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,212 miles
    Test number
    109957513280
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteFuel tank strappes corroded

  18. Pass81,801 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    81,801 miles
    Test number
    508261222286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion and wear on front brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion on front to rear brake pipes

  19. Fail81,801 miles (+8,696)2 dangerous3 failures1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,801 miles
    Test number
    567940922255
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion and wear on front brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion on front to rear brake pipes

  20. Pass73,105 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,105 miles
    Test number
    777791121273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre feather on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre feathered on inner edge

  21. Fail73,105 miles (+11,971)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,105 miles
    Test number
    807321721298
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre feather on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre feathered on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake disc's are heavily pitted

  22. Pass61,134 miles (+1,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    61,134 miles
    Test number
    964932520204
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass59,270 miles (+1,690)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    59,270 miles
    Test number
    623296969257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWashers intermitant(blow out jets)

  24. Pass57,580 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    57,580 miles
    Test number
    102661808334
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Fail57,580 miles (+2,113)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,580 miles
    Test number
    903791608362
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass55,467 miles (+3,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    55,467 miles
    Test number
    910879587260
    • 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)

  27. Pass51,869 miles (+2,601)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    51,869 miles
    Test number
    912987176239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    49,268 miles
    Test number
    614305926071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V686 LCP

Does V686 LCP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V686 LCP expired on 9 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V686 LCP?
The MOT on V686 LCP expired on 9 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V686 LCP done?
V686 LCP was recorded at 105,064 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2023, an average of 3,228 miles a year.
Has V686 LCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 LCP has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on V686 LCP 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 V686 LCP find?
V686 LCP passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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