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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y11 JVLMOT history

Y11 JVL is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 117,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

Y11 JVL blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
117,682 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y11 JVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y11 JVL was last recorded at 117,682 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 1,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,781 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,901 miles
Average per year
3,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,682 miles
  • 2025 – 115,781 miles
  • 2023 – 114,635 miles
  • 2022 – 111,665 miles
  • 2019 – 110,018 miles
  • 2018 – 107,052 miles
  • 2017 – 100,252 miles
  • 2016 – 93,447 miles
  • 2014 – 88,129 miles
  • 2013 – 82,194 miles
  • 2012 – 75,640 miles
  • 2011 – 71,423 miles
  • 2010 – 66,077 miles
  • 2009 – 57,681 miles
  • 2008 – 54,149 miles
  • 2007 – 46,918 miles
  • 2006 – 39,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,682 miles
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Corrosion across underside of vehicle and suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front and rear sills have heavy corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail117,682 miles (+1,901)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,682 miles
    Test number
    510100110106
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass115,781 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,781 miles
    Test number
    753492486815
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside cover sills fitted to car in poor condition
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail115,770 miles (+1,135)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,770 miles
    Test number
    127522549919
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear jacking points and outer sill covers heavily corroded

  4. Pass114,635 miles (+2,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,635 miles
    Test number
    260536554592
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across underside of vehicle

  5. Pass111,665 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    111,665 miles
    Test number
    624018465480
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sills have heavy corrosion

  6. Fail111,663 miles (+1,645)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,663 miles
    Test number
    779755523585
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sills have heavy corrosion

  7. Pass110,018 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,018 miles
    Test number
    133508624590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail109,977 miles (+2,925)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,977 miles
    Test number
    734188333972
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass107,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    160877814938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,052 miles (+6,800)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    703928935482
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass100,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,252 miles
    Test number
    527496706202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,252 miles (+6,805)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,252 miles
    Test number
    807257594546
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass93,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,447 miles
    Test number
    907352916091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. FailMileage not read4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    891065318139
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail88,129 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,129 miles
    Test number
    186589194184
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass88,129 miles (+5,935)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,129 miles
    Test number
    918639594165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass82,194 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,194 miles
    Test number
    809963993154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,457 miles (+4,817)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,457 miles
    Test number
    679639143075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front wiper starting to deteriorate

  19. Pass75,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,640 miles
    Test number
    555454252074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,640 miles (+4,217)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,640 miles
    Test number
    196103452018
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  21. Pass71,423 miles (+5,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    71,423 miles
    Test number
    165361441030
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass66,077 miles (+8,396)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    66,077 miles
    Test number
    790008120007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,681 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    57,681 miles
    Test number
    951584839019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,149 miles (+7,231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    54,149 miles
    Test number
    203846748026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass46,918 miles (+7,668)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    46,918 miles
    Test number
    762239057045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,250 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,250 miles
    Test number
    810343356078
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

Questions about Y11 JVL

Does Y11 JVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y11 JVL expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y11 JVL?
The MOT on Y11 JVL expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y11 JVL done?
Y11 JVL was recorded at 117,682 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 3,895 miles a year.
Has Y11 JVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y11 JVL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y11 JVL 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 Y11 JVL find?
Y11 JVL failed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 5 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point, and 3 more.

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