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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y227 LVTMOT history

Y227 LVT is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 15 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 112,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

Y227 LVT blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
112,166 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y227 LVT
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
15 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y227 LVT was last recorded at 112,166 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,923 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
243 miles
Average per year
4,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,166 miles
  • 2025 – 111,923 miles
  • 2024 – 108,801 miles
  • 2023 – 105,755 miles
  • 2022 – 102,333 miles
  • 2021 – 99,573 miles
  • 2020 – 98,260 miles
  • 2019 – 93,795 miles
  • 2018 – 89,477 miles
  • 2017 – 84,200 miles
  • 2016 – 82,461 miles
  • 2015 – 80,765 miles
  • 2014 – 79,119 miles
  • 2013 – 77,193 miles
  • 2012 – 75,482 miles
  • 2011 – 73,701 miles
  • 2010 – 64,848 miles
  • 2009 – 61,355 miles
  • 2008 – 52,656 miles
  • 2007 – 40,201 miles
  • 2006 – 35,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,166 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySigns of corrosion underneath

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,166 miles (+243)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    112,166 miles
    Test number
    348437181991
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion underneath

  2. Pass111,923 miles (+3,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    111,923 miles
    Test number
    340800638141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,801 miles (+3,046)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    108,801 miles
    Test number
    835254358852
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass105,755 miles (+3,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,755 miles
    Test number
    811208145068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass102,333 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    102,333 miles
    Test number
    534718924924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,573 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    99,573 miles
    Test number
    771397786591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,260 miles (+4,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    98,260 miles
    Test number
    237909433336
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-side of the vehicle getting corroded.

  8. Pass93,795 miles (+4,318)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,795 miles
    Test number
    361069672239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,477 miles (+5,277)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    699663229211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,200 miles (+1,739)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,200 miles
    Test number
    718553587126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering pipes corroded

  11. Pass82,461 miles (+1,696)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,461 miles
    Test number
    875110172103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear brakes deteriorated

  12. Pass80,765 miles (+1,646)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,765 miles
    Test number
    797085105130
    • NoteRear brake pipes and brake flexi starting to corroded

  13. Pass79,119 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,119 miles
    Test number
    635337294008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail79,113 miles (+1,920)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,113 miles
    Test number
    896987794029
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass77,193 miles (+1,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,193 miles
    Test number
    395644413186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,482 miles (+1,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    75,482 miles
    Test number
    558186012107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass73,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,701 miles
    Test number
    169014621165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,701 miles (+8,853)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,701 miles
    Test number
    588374821103
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass64,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,848 miles
    Test number
    114118170097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail64,848 miles (+3,493)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,848 miles
    Test number
    193578470408
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass61,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,355 miles
    Test number
    484345589028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail61,355 miles (+8,699)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,355 miles
    Test number
    630221479039
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass52,656 miles (+12,455)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,656 miles
    Test number
    394957668432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,201 miles (+4,227)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    40,201 miles
    Test number
    900237977253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,974 miles (+6,292)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    35,974 miles
    Test number
    981115086294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,682 miles
    Test number
    171902126113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y227 LVT

Does Y227 LVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y227 LVT is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y227 LVT?
The MOT on Y227 LVT is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y227 LVT done?
Y227 LVT was recorded at 112,166 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 4,092 miles a year.
Has Y227 LVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y227 LVT has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2014.
Has the mileage on Y227 LVT 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 Y227 LVT find?
Y227 LVT passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; signs of corrosion underneath.

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