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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,991 cc

W256 VLBMOT history

W256 VLB is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 24 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 96,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2021.

W256 VLB black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2022
Mileage
96,218 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 VLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 VLB was last recorded at 96,218 miles on 26 Nov 2021, 364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,854 miles · 1 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
364 miles
Average per year
2,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 96,218 miles
  • 2019 – 95,854 miles
  • 2017 – 93,588 miles
  • 2016 – 90,543 miles
  • 2015 – 87,774 miles
  • 2014 – 86,398 miles
  • 2013 – 84,745 miles
  • 2012 – 82,940 miles
  • 2011 – 80,959 miles
  • 2010 – 78,446 miles
  • 2009 – 76,016 miles
  • 2008 – 73,430 miles
  • 2007 – 70,513 miles
  • 2006 – 64,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,218 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,218 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,218 miles
    Test number
    624418556904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,854 miles (+2,266)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,854 miles
    Test number
    555650548865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    93,588 miles
    Test number
    111508765602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail93,588 miles (+3,045)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,588 miles
    Test number
    499613798495
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/50wr16 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  5. Pass90,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,543 miles
    Test number
    748544649625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,543 miles (+2,769)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,543 miles
    Test number
    683634329240
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass87,774 miles (+1,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,774 miles
    Test number
    229518490347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass86,398 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,398 miles
    Test number
    395817174247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,745 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,745 miles
    Test number
    178941673260
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass84,745 miles (+1,805)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,745 miles
    Test number
    648631673233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,940 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,940 miles
    Test number
    156816472237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,959 miles
    Test number
    175749761221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,959 miles (+2,513)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,959 miles
    Test number
    488047561207
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass78,446 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,446 miles
    Test number
    884764560273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  15. Fail78,446 miles (+2,430)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,446 miles
    Test number
    472340460291
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  16. Pass76,016 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,016 miles
    Test number
    491111069240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,430 miles (+2,917)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    73,430 miles
    Test number
    884387858209
    • NoteFront prop-shaft coupling slightly perished

  18. Pass70,513 miles (+5,871)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    70,513 miles
    Test number
    714505767217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,642 miles
    Test number
    140671686173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W256 VLB

Does W256 VLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W256 VLB expired on 25 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W256 VLB?
The MOT on W256 VLB expired on 25 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W256 VLB done?
W256 VLB was recorded at 96,218 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2021, an average of 2,049 miles a year.
Has W256 VLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 VLB has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on W256 VLB 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 W256 VLB find?
W256 VLB passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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