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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,200 cc

Y211 VDAMOT history

Y211 VDA is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

Y211 VDA blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
126,047 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y211 VDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y211 VDA was last recorded at 126,047 miles on 20 May 2026, 926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,121 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
926 miles
Average per year
4,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,047 miles
  • 2025 – 125,121 miles
  • 2021 – 122,130 miles
  • 2018 – 121,350 miles
  • 2016 – 120,060 miles
  • 2015 – 119,701 miles
  • 2014 – 115,875 miles
  • 2013 – 114,399 miles
  • 2012 – 110,345 miles
  • 2011 – 101,232 miles
  • 2010 – 91,504 miles
  • 2009 – 69,118 miles
  • 2008 – 50,988 miles
  • 2007 – 41,003 miles
  • 2006 – 36,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,047 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,047 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,047 miles
    Test number
    249198464768
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,047 miles (+926)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,047 miles
    Test number
    335018434690
    • DangerousLower Steering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment (2.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,121 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    125,121 miles
    Test number
    462606522605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail125,101 miles (+2,971)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,101 miles
    Test number
    269313870290
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low adjuster broken (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass122,130 miles (+780)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    122,130 miles
    Test number
    585353270387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,350 miles (+1,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    121,350 miles
    Test number
    175921538342
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCOVER SILLS FITTED
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass120,060 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,060 miles
    Test number
    106243539986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust bolt missing

  8. Fail120,060 miles (+359)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,060 miles
    Test number
    718334523141
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust bolt missing

  9. Pass119,701 miles (+15)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,701 miles
    Test number
    846849205259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake warning light no

  10. Fail119,686 miles (+3,811)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,686 miles
    Test number
    159928005278
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake warning light no

  11. Pass115,875 miles (+19)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,875 miles
    Test number
    109561784104
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  12. Fail115,856 miles (+1,457)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,856 miles
    Test number
    409958374193
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  13. Pass114,399 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    114,399 miles
    Test number
    527699843104
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront offside tyre worn outer edge

  14. Fail114,399 miles (+4,054)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,399 miles
    Test number
    385428633129
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront offside tyre worn outer edge

  15. Pass110,345 miles (+190)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    110,345 miles
    Test number
    119795912396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,155 miles (+8,923)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,155 miles
    Test number
    529232802346
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine cover insecure.

  17. Pass101,232 miles (+9,728)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    101,232 miles
    Test number
    125687181265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,504 miles (+22,386)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    91,504 miles
    Test number
    131244530108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    69,118 miles
    Test number
    374755139107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,118 miles (+18,130)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,118 miles
    Test number
    604635239114
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass50,988 miles (+9,985)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,988 miles
    Test number
    804560848177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,003 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,003 miles
    Test number
    693698977000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,286 miles
    Test number
    112348896426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y211 VDA

Does Y211 VDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y211 VDA is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y211 VDA?
The MOT on Y211 VDA is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y211 VDA done?
Y211 VDA was recorded at 126,047 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 4,462 miles a year.
Has Y211 VDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y211 VDA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y211 VDA 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 Y211 VDA find?
Y211 VDA passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front electrical wiring insecure; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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