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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y244 BBVMOT history

Y244 BBV is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

Y244 BBV blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2023
Mileage
116,440 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y244 BBV
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
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y244 BBV was last recorded at 116,440 miles on 23 Mar 2022, 6,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,388 miles · 30 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
6,052 miles
Average per year
4,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,440 miles
  • 2020 – 110,388 miles
  • 2019 – 102,263 miles
  • 2018 – 91,879 miles
  • 2017 – 80,839 miles
  • 2016 – 73,612 miles
  • 2015 – 72,324 miles
  • 2014 – 71,147 miles
  • 2013 – 69,290 miles
  • 2012 – 64,521 miles
  • 2011 – 62,783 miles
  • 2010 – 61,162 miles
  • 2009 – 55,033 miles
  • 2008 – 50,427 miles
  • 2007 – 46,101 miles
  • 2006 – 37,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,440 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,440 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,440 miles
    Test number
    519128930664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))

  2. Fail116,440 miles (+6,052)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,440 miles
    Test number
    129779990885
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))

  3. Pass110,388 miles (+8,125)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,388 miles
    Test number
    892268087288
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,263 miles (+10,384)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    102,263 miles
    Test number
    699698825475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,879 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,879 miles
    Test number
    207414358787
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen is damaged at the lower edge

  6. Fail91,785 miles (+10,946)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,785 miles
    Test number
    427426164266
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  7. Pass80,839 miles (+7,227)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,839 miles
    Test number
    829817813320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,612 miles (+1,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,612 miles
    Test number
    272087519038
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass72,324 miles (+1,177)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,324 miles
    Test number
    565134705154
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteHeadlights have a blue tinge

  10. Pass71,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,147 miles
    Test number
    389684614155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail71,147 miles (+1,857)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,147 miles
    Test number
    956994114167
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass69,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,290 miles
    Test number
    709155183119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,290 miles (+4,769)5 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,290 miles
    Test number
    417354283151
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass64,521 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,521 miles
    Test number
    788138792113
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass64,507 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,507 miles
    Test number
    436971682093
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail64,501 miles (+52)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,501 miles
    Test number
    985604372028
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail64,449 miles (+1,666)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,449 miles
    Test number
    808829552078
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass62,783 miles (+1,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,783 miles
    Test number
    516099481029
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass61,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    61,162 miles
    Test number
    220053980021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,162 miles (+6,129)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,162 miles
    Test number
    110416570401
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass55,033 miles (+4,606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    55,033 miles
    Test number
    484096279029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail50,427 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,427 miles
    Test number
    520920848093
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside front fog light glass damaged

  23. Pass50,427 miles (+4,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    50,427 miles
    Test number
    670390148037
    • NoteOffside front fog light glass damaged

  24. Pass46,101 miles (+8,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,101 miles
    Test number
    961395527003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass37,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,789 miles
    Test number
    241180266132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,789 miles (+278)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,789 miles
    Test number
    620427056194
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail37,511 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,511 miles
    Test number
    230709786084
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low tread and splitting in between tread pattern

Questions about Y244 BBV

Does Y244 BBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y244 BBV expired on 22 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y244 BBV?
The MOT on Y244 BBV expired on 22 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y244 BBV done?
Y244 BBV was recorded at 116,440 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 4,939 miles a year.
Has Y244 BBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y244 BBV has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y244 BBV 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 Y244 BBV find?
Y244 BBV passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge, and 3 more.

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