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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y13 BESMOT history

Y13 BES is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2025.

Y13 BES silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2026
Mileage
78,425 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y13 BES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y13 BES was last recorded at 78,425 miles on 3 Jun 2025, 622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,803 miles · 21 May 2024
Between the last two tests
622 miles
Average per year
2,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,425 miles
  • 2024 – 77,803 miles
  • 2023 – 76,542 miles
  • 2022 – 75,861 miles
  • 2021 – 74,011 miles
  • 2020 – 71,132 miles
  • 2019 – 69,185 miles
  • 2018 – 66,635 miles
  • 2017 – 65,144 miles
  • 2016 – 62,663 miles
  • 2015 – 59,402 miles
  • 2014 – 58,167 miles
  • 2013 – 57,610 miles
  • 2012 – 56,393 miles
  • 2011 – 54,213 miles
  • 2010 – 51,756 miles
  • 2009 – 47,637 miles
  • 2008 – 42,308 miles
  • 2007 – 37,181 miles
  • 2006 – 32,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,425 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,425 miles (+622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    78,425 miles
    Test number
    772420403425
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass77,803 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,803 miles
    Test number
    774714281854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,542 miles (+681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,542 miles
    Test number
    866741590532
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,861 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    75,861 miles
    Test number
    930495705767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail75,858 miles (+1,847)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,858 miles
    Test number
    112755338702
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,011 miles (+2,879)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    74,011 miles
    Test number
    497439214016
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRE WEAR IS UNEVEN
    • AdvisoryTYRES ARE PERISHED

  7. Pass71,132 miles (+1,947)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    71,132 miles
    Test number
    895013801555
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,185 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,185 miles
    Test number
    498212399854
    • AdvisoryOil leaks front of engine/steering rack areas.

  9. Fail69,101 miles (+2,466)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,101 miles
    Test number
    260146140314
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass66,635 miles (+1,491)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,635 miles
    Test number
    259614056756
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broken but system is still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seatbelt required manual retraction
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt required manual retraction
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass65,144 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,144 miles
    Test number
    563141896892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,663 miles (+3,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,663 miles
    Test number
    790330282615
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate characters non standard

  13. Pass59,402 miles (+1,235)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,402 miles
    Test number
    246496805486
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect brakes through wheels

  14. Pass58,167 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,167 miles
    Test number
    517839514108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,610 miles (+1,217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,610 miles
    Test number
    287150923423
    • NoteBoth front and rear number plates have BMW logo on plates and plate lettering has shadow effect.

  16. Pass56,393 miles (+2,180)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,393 miles
    Test number
    429188002185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,213 miles (+2,457)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,213 miles
    Test number
    925513501166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,756 miles (+4,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,756 miles
    Test number
    151310810132
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass47,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,637 miles
    Test number
    213699839141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,637 miles (+5,329)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,637 miles
    Test number
    262019339157
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass42,308 miles (+5,127)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,308 miles
    Test number
    631860158145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,181 miles (+4,442)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,181 miles
    Test number
    934851457147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,739 miles
    Test number
    181411656104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y13 BES

Does Y13 BES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y13 BES expired on 2 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y13 BES?
The MOT on Y13 BES expired on 2 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y13 BES done?
Y13 BES was recorded at 78,425 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2025, an average of 2,403 miles a year.
Has Y13 BES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y13 BES has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y13 BES 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 Y13 BES find?
Y13 BES passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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