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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,991 cc

Y234 KKEMOT history

Y234 KKE is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

Y234 KKE red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
122,210 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y234 KKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y234 KKE was last recorded at 122,210 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 294 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jun 2015: 92,518 miles, lower than 92,815 miles on 15 Jun 2015.

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
121,916 miles · 13 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
294 miles
Average per year
3,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,210 miles
  • 2024 – 121,916 miles
  • 2023 – 117,997 miles
  • 2022 – 113,851 miles
  • 2021 – 108,780 miles
  • 2020 – 105,065 miles
  • 2019 – 102,413 miles
  • 2018 – 100,146 miles
  • 2017 – 97,002 miles
  • 2016 – 94,732 miles
  • 2015 – 92,518 miles
  • 2014 – 90,523 miles
  • 2013 – 83,764 miles
  • 2012 – 75,739 miles
  • 2011 – 73,135 miles
  • 2010 – 67,498 miles
  • 2009 – 58,047 miles
  • 2008 – 54,152 miles
  • 2007 – 48,701 miles
  • 2006 – 43,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,210 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    122,210 miles
    Test number
    757601301547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,210 miles (+294)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,210 miles
    Test number
    552975330490
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass121,916 miles (+3,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    121,916 miles
    Test number
    391624967922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded (bolt on pannels)

  4. Pass117,997 miles (+4,146)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    117,997 miles
    Test number
    380104642462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNear side and off side outer sills corroded

  5. Pass113,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    113,851 miles
    Test number
    455665543379
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail113,851 miles (+5,071)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,851 miles
    Test number
    705394403292
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass108,780 miles (+3,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    108,780 miles
    Test number
    613036216990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass105,065 miles (+2,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    105,065 miles
    Test number
    129037443694
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass102,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,413 miles
    Test number
    686993548347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,413 miles (+2,267)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,413 miles
    Test number
    573964020729
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass100,146 miles (+3,144)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,146 miles
    Test number
    879978297796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,002 miles (+2,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    856835113923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  13. Pass94,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    94,732 miles
    Test number
    926594666917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,732 miles (+2,214)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,732 miles
    Test number
    950240598561
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on lower arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on lower arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass92,518 miles (-297)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    92,518 miles
    Test number
    486028965163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,815 miles (+2,292)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,815 miles
    Test number
    279526265419
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass90,523 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    90,523 miles
    Test number
    299044824222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,513 miles (+6,749)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,513 miles
    Test number
    605463784126
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteE.M.L is on
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteAt time of test car would not rev over 3,500 rpm and was hunting badly

  19. Pass83,764 miles (+8,025)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,764 miles
    Test number
    167107783167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,739 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,739 miles
    Test number
    497615442088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,723 miles (+2,588)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,723 miles
    Test number
    979792232080
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass73,135 miles (+5,637)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,135 miles
    Test number
    297507381190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,498 miles
    Test number
    754309760160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail67,498 miles (+9,451)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,498 miles
    Test number
    272319160160
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass58,047 miles (+3,895)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,047 miles
    Test number
    240658369494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front and offside rear tyres becoming perished
    • NoteNearside front tyre nearing limit
    • NoteRear brake pads half worn

  26. Pass54,152 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,152 miles
    Test number
    222714288428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Fail54,152 miles (+5,451)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,152 miles
    Test number
    651603188112
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Pass48,701 miles (+4,925)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,701 miles
    Test number
    614431817281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront wiper blades just starting to split

  29. Pass43,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,776 miles
    Test number
    220512006242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y234 KKE

Does Y234 KKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y234 KKE is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y234 KKE?
The MOT on Y234 KKE is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y234 KKE done?
Y234 KKE was recorded at 122,210 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 3,936 miles a year.
Has Y234 KKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y234 KKE has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y234 KKE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y234 KKE find?
Y234 KKE passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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