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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y231 FAUMOT history

Y231 FAU is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 9 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 36,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

Y231 FAU blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2025
Mileage
36,245 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 FAU
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
9 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y231 FAU was last recorded at 36,245 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Sept 2020: 32,236 miles, lower than 32,336 miles on 14 Jun 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
35,499 miles · 11 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
746 miles
Average per year
974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,245 miles
  • 2024 – 35,499 miles
  • 2023 – 32,907 miles
  • 2022 – 32,757 miles
  • 2021 – 32,293 miles
  • 2020 – 32,236 miles
  • 2019 – 32,336 miles
  • 2018 – 32,317 miles
  • 2017 – 31,876 miles
  • 2016 – 31,689 miles
  • 2015 – 31,488 miles
  • 2014 – 31,389 miles
  • 2013 – 30,994 miles
  • 2012 – 30,560 miles
  • 2011 – 28,917 miles
  • 2010 – 27,586 miles
  • 2009 – 25,240 miles
  • 2008 – 23,284 miles
  • 2007 – 20,986 miles
  • 2006 – 19,005 miles
  • 2005 – 16,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail36,245 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail36,245 miles (+746)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,245 miles
    Test number
    209802660762
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass35,499 miles (+2,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    35,499 miles
    Test number
    959677711282
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass32,907 miles (+150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    32,907 miles
    Test number
    498367298361
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  4. Pass32,757 miles (+464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    32,757 miles
    Test number
    370070231302
    • AdvisoryLow effort on nearside parking brake

  5. Pass32,293 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    32,293 miles
    Test number
    754537465266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail32,292 miles (+56)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,292 miles
    Test number
    714373064971
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass32,236 miles (-100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    32,236 miles
    Test number
    931390003121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass32,336 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,336 miles
    Test number
    949004792602
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass32,317 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    32,317 miles
    Test number
    515037255434
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above diff (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail32,317 miles (+441)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,317 miles
    Test number
    183450007503
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above diff (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass31,876 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,876 miles
    Test number
    828540777888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,689 miles (+201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    31,689 miles
    Test number
    199063673994
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both main run pipes front to rear above rear diff and driveshsafts (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass31,488 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,488 miles
    Test number
    278726155470
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass31,389 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    31,389 miles
    Test number
    985525774170
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail31,389 miles (+395)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,389 miles
    Test number
    479334074191
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass30,994 miles (+434)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,994 miles
    Test number
    225632473178
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass30,560 miles (+1,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,560 miles
    Test number
    707625672156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass28,917 miles (+1,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,917 miles
    Test number
    538762181100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass27,586 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,586 miles
    Test number
    921376170103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,240 miles (+1,956)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    25,240 miles
    Test number
    921610779185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,284 miles (+2,298)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,284 miles
    Test number
    661611778186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,986 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,986 miles
    Test number
    954547767152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    19,005 miles
    Test number
    910258666135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,005 miles (+2,393)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,005 miles
    Test number
    993618366124
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  25. Pass16,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    16,612 miles
    Test number
    204475675181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 FAU

Does Y231 FAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 FAU expired on 21 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 FAU?
The MOT on Y231 FAU expired on 21 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 FAU done?
Y231 FAU was recorded at 36,245 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 974 miles a year.
Has Y231 FAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 FAU has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y231 FAU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y231 FAU find?
Y231 FAU failed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 1 major defect and 2 advisories: offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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