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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,000 cc

V71 DMDMOT history

V71 DMD is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

V71 DMD blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
87,068 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 DMD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 DMD was last recorded at 87,068 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 1,524 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,544 miles · 1 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,524 miles
Average per year
3,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 87,068 miles
  • 2021 – 85,544 miles
  • 2020 – 82,070 miles
  • 2019 – 78,038 miles
  • 2018 – 77,055 miles
  • 2017 – 75,718 miles
  • 2016 – 74,125 miles
  • 2015 – 72,489 miles
  • 2014 – 71,061 miles
  • 2013 – 68,843 miles
  • 2012 – 64,378 miles
  • 2011 – 59,903 miles
  • 2010 – 51,167 miles
  • 2009 – 42,840 miles
  • 2008 – 30,697 miles
  • 2007 – 24,486 miles
  • 2006 – 20,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,068 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion on pipes over rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Stone chips across windscreen

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,068 miles (+1,524)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    87,068 miles
    Test number
    938930964836
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion on pipes over rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass85,544 miles (+3,474)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,544 miles
    Test number
    816352820973
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle/diff (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass82,070 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,070 miles
    Test number
    664252910063
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber weak in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail82,068 miles (+4,030)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,068 miles
    Test number
    385693922421
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber weak in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass78,038 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,038 miles
    Test number
    247694154653
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have "age" cracks in sidewalls and tread patterns
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStone chips across windscreen

  6. Fail78,038 miles (+983)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,038 miles
    Test number
    445897196261
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have "age" cracks in sidewalls and tread patterns
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStone chips across windscreen

  7. Pass77,055 miles (+1,337)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,055 miles
    Test number
    126614777245
    • Advisory"age" cracks in tread of all four tyres
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryStone chips across windscreen

  8. Pass75,718 miles (+1,593)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,718 miles
    Test number
    705888542898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear both Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  9. Pass74,125 miles (+1,636)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,125 miles
    Test number
    202158686374
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  10. Pass72,489 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,489 miles
    Test number
    615232915158
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  11. Fail72,489 miles (+1,428)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,489 miles
    Test number
    416392715198
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  12. Pass71,061 miles (+2,218)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    71,061 miles
    Test number
    317703314108
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteStone chips across windscreen

  13. Pass68,843 miles (+4,465)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,843 miles
    Test number
    276092623108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,378 miles (+4,475)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,378 miles
    Test number
    786571712181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  15. Pass59,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,903 miles
    Test number
    959606111145
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail59,901 miles (+8,734)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,901 miles
    Test number
    897806711157
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail51,167 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,167 miles
    Test number
    284207710144
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to deteriorate

  18. Pass51,167 miles (+8,327)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,167 miles
    Test number
    940497210169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to deteriorate

  19. Pass42,840 miles (+12,143)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,840 miles
    Test number
    701743319104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,697 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,697 miles
    Test number
    580806618172
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass30,697 miles (+6,211)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,697 miles
    Test number
    922526418175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,486 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,486 miles
    Test number
    280878517105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,970 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    20,970 miles
    Test number
    692574656059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail20,970 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,970 miles
    Test number
    892784956093
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V71 DMD

Does V71 DMD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V71 DMD expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V71 DMD?
The MOT on V71 DMD expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V71 DMD done?
V71 DMD was recorded at 87,068 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 3,964 miles a year.
Has V71 DMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 DMD has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on V71 DMD 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 V71 DMD find?
V71 DMD passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer, and 2 more.

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