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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y243 GEBMOT history

Y243 GEB is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 8 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2026.

Y243 GEB green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
85,444 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 GEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
3 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 GEB was last recorded at 85,444 miles on 3 May 2026, 3,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,468 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,976 miles
Average per year
3,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,444 miles
  • 2025 – 81,468 miles
  • 2024 – 77,692 miles
  • 2023 – 75,013 miles
  • 2022 – 74,828 miles
  • 2021 – 74,385 miles
  • 2020 – 73,915 miles
  • 2019 – 72,685 miles
  • 2018 – 66,758 miles
  • 2017 – 60,740 miles
  • 2016 – 56,616 miles
  • 2015 – 50,617 miles
  • 2014 – 48,695 miles
  • 2013 – 45,838 miles
  • 2012 – 44,048 miles
  • 2011 – 40,872 miles
  • 2010 – 39,598 miles
  • 2009 – 38,987 miles
  • 2008 – 38,653 miles
  • 2007 – 30,056 miles
  • 2006 – 23,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,444 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass85,444 miles (+3,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    85,444 miles
    Test number
    624989010746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass81,468 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,468 miles
    Test number
    412383337578
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Fail81,468 miles (+3,776)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,468 miles
    Test number
    857172289821
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass77,692 miles (+2,679)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    607011311248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,013 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    75,013 miles
    Test number
    289352132104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ball joint bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail75,013 miles (+185)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,013 miles
    Test number
    259108806012
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ball joint bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass74,828 miles (+443)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    74,828 miles
    Test number
    284672596724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    74,385 miles
    Test number
    171992956630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,383 miles (+468)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,383 miles
    Test number
    441450907972
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,915 miles (+1,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    73,915 miles
    Test number
    671221563364
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass72,685 miles (+5,927)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,685 miles
    Test number
    501779004621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,758 miles (+6,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,758 miles
    Test number
    636068490895
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass60,740 miles (+4,124)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,740 miles
    Test number
    427644937154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,616 miles (+5,999)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,616 miles
    Test number
    729184815269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,617 miles (+1,922)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,617 miles
    Test number
    858973255107
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass48,695 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,695 miles
    Test number
    215925054487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,838 miles (+1,790)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,838 miles
    Test number
    265501243141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,048 miles (+3,176)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,048 miles
    Test number
    397237332175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,872 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,872 miles
    Test number
    828672931134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,598 miles (+611)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    39,598 miles
    Test number
    154463160110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,987 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,987 miles
    Test number
    824967659194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,653 miles (+8,597)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,653 miles
    Test number
    281849358411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,056 miles (+6,227)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,056 miles
    Test number
    431188357194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,829 miles
    Test number
    813273746159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 GEB

Does Y243 GEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y243 GEB is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y243 GEB?
The MOT on Y243 GEB is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y243 GEB done?
Y243 GEB was recorded at 85,444 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2026, an average of 3,089 miles a year.
Has Y243 GEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 GEB has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y243 GEB 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 Y243 GEB find?
Y243 GEB passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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