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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

V89 FGJMOT history

V89 FGJ is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 6 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2023.

V89 FGJ blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2024
Mileage
120,993 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V89 FGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V89 FGJ was last recorded at 120,993 miles on 12 Jan 2023, 1,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,829 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1,164 miles
Average per year
3,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,993 miles
  • 2022 – 119,829 miles
  • 2019 – 115,934 miles
  • 2018 – 110,479 miles
  • 2017 – 104,812 miles
  • 2016 – 99,332 miles
  • 2015 – 94,258 miles
  • 2014 – 88,841 miles
  • 2013 – 84,568 miles
  • 2012 – 82,497 miles
  • 2010 – 79,065 miles
  • 2009 – 76,976 miles
  • 2008 – 75,570 miles
  • 2007 – 71,890 miles
  • 2006 – 59,848 miles
  • 2005 – 59,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,993 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,993 miles (+1,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,993 miles
    Test number
    393337130244
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass119,829 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,829 miles
    Test number
    664252439966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,934 miles (+5,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,934 miles
    Test number
    517723997020
    • AdvisoryHandbrake noise when applied

  4. Pass110,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,479 miles
    Test number
    869064992483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,471 miles (+5,659)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,471 miles
    Test number
    431961054919
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass104,812 miles (+5,480)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,812 miles
    Test number
    591433393024
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  7. Pass99,332 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,332 miles
    Test number
    277813932714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,324 miles (+5,066)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,324 miles
    Test number
    817042006385
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass94,258 miles (+5,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    94,258 miles
    Test number
    308630305161
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass88,841 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,841 miles
    Test number
    148082294037
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  11. Fail88,831 miles (+4,263)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,831 miles
    Test number
    927601494040
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass84,568 miles (+2,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,568 miles
    Test number
    986405803157
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass82,497 miles (+3,432)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,497 miles
    Test number
    316136792042
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  14. Fail79,065 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,065 miles
    Test number
    251222800422
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  15. Pass79,065 miles (+2,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    79,065 miles
    Test number
    474022200186
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  16. Pass76,976 miles (+1,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    76,976 miles
    Test number
    200174609188
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass75,570 miles (+3,680)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    75,570 miles
    Test number
    241261408488
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Pass71,890 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,890 miles
    Test number
    200252707454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail71,886 miles (+12,038)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,886 miles
    Test number
    292200007431
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass59,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,848 miles
    Test number
    401977386072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail59,848 miles (+36)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,848 miles
    Test number
    733157986032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass59,812 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    59,812 miles
    Test number
    612840055306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about V89 FGJ

Does V89 FGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V89 FGJ expired on 3 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V89 FGJ?
The MOT on V89 FGJ expired on 3 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V89 FGJ done?
V89 FGJ was recorded at 120,993 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2023, an average of 3,583 miles a year.
Has V89 FGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V89 FGJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2018.
Has the mileage on V89 FGJ 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 V89 FGJ find?
V89 FGJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2023 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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