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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y212 DGOMOT history

Y212 DGO is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 79,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

Y212 DGO blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,251 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y212 DGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y212 DGO was last recorded at 79,251 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 2,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,482 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,769 miles
Average per year
2,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,251 miles
  • 2025 – 76,482 miles
  • 2023 – 76,305 miles
  • 2022 – 66,036 miles
  • 2021 – 55,489 miles
  • 2018 – 53,438 miles
  • 2017 – 50,501 miles
  • 2016 – 49,113 miles
  • 2015 – 48,744 miles
  • 2014 – 48,284 miles
  • 2013 – 44,508 miles
  • 2012 – 42,828 miles
  • 2011 – 40,346 miles
  • 2009 – 38,612 miles
  • 2008 – 31,141 miles
  • 2006 – 25,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,251 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear axle beam bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear beam bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,251 miles (+2,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,251 miles
    Test number
    438303532876
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,482 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,482 miles
    Test number
    496413055148
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail76,477 miles (+172)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,477 miles
    Test number
    369454886131
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass76,305 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,305 miles
    Test number
    368462707571
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam bushes worn

  5. Fail76,305 miles (+10,269)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,305 miles
    Test number
    785051419859
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam bushes worn

  6. Pass66,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    66,036 miles
    Test number
    787376887685
    • AdvisoryRear beam bushes worn

  7. Fail66,036 miles (+10,547)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,036 miles
    Test number
    252963936887
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear beam bushes worn

  8. Pass55,489 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    55,489 miles
    Test number
    118739966873
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail55,489 miles (+2,051)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,489 miles
    Test number
    258494077901
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass53,438 miles (+2,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,438 miles
    Test number
    245261964922
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass50,501 miles (+1,388)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,501 miles
    Test number
    604236222166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,113 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,113 miles
    Test number
    662069072132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail49,113 miles (+369)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,113 miles
    Test number
    555294726623
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass48,744 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    48,744 miles
    Test number
    518776835141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,284 miles
    Test number
    196233234142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,284 miles (+3,776)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,284 miles
    Test number
    397823834164
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass44,508 miles (+1,680)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,508 miles
    Test number
    105154823100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,828 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,828 miles
    Test number
    886989522131
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail42,828 miles (+2,482)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,828 miles
    Test number
    528425222123
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass40,346 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,346 miles
    Test number
    645613221189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,612 miles (+7,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,612 miles
    Test number
    880529029241
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass31,141 miles (+5,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    31,141 miles
    Test number
    502348208042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass25,359 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    25,359 miles
    Test number
    613077146386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,445 miles
    Test number
    514033846176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y212 DGO

Does Y212 DGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y212 DGO is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y212 DGO?
The MOT on Y212 DGO is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y212 DGO done?
Y212 DGO was recorded at 79,251 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 2,799 miles a year.
Has Y212 DGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y212 DGO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y212 DGO 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 Y212 DGO find?
Y212 DGO passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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