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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y247 WBJMOT history

Y247 WBJ is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2023.

Y247 WBJ silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2024
Mileage
114,376 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y247 WBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y247 WBJ was last recorded at 114,376 miles on 6 Dec 2023, 83 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,293 miles · 5 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
83 miles
Average per year
1,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,376 miles
  • 2021 – 114,293 miles
  • 2020 – 113,103 miles
  • 2019 – 112,480 miles
  • 2018 – 111,775 miles
  • 2017 – 110,985 miles
  • 2016 – 110,377 miles
  • 2015 – 109,464 miles
  • 2014 – 108,569 miles
  • 2013 – 108,463 miles
  • 2012 – 108,446 miles
  • 2011 – 108,186 miles
  • 2010 – 106,905 miles
  • 2009 – 101,336 miles
  • 2008 – 93,924 miles
  • 2007 – 88,251 miles
  • 2006 – 85,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,376 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers corroding
  • AdvisoryChip in windscreen not affecting drivers view

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Corrosion visable n/s + o/s sill front and rear not yet excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,376 miles (+83)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    114,376 miles
    Test number
    738299259736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers corroding
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen not affecting drivers view

  2. Pass114,293 miles (+1,190)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    114,293 miles
    Test number
    241464533095
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s + o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively n/s + o/s (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion visible underside off vehicle in and around prescribed areas front to rear not yet excessive

  3. Pass113,103 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,103 miles
    Test number
    350916752082
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,103 miles (+623)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,103 miles
    Test number
    466286791748
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,480 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,480 miles
    Test number
    435501413420
    • AdvisoryUnderside off vehicle front to rear in and around prescribed areas not yet excessive

  6. Fail112,480 miles (+705)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,480 miles
    Test number
    435455449922
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside off vehicle front to rear in and around prescribed areas not yet excessive

  7. Pass111,775 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    111,775 miles
    Test number
    525908410510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,985 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,985 miles
    Test number
    976864693305
    • AdvisoryCorrosion visable n/s + o/s sill front and rear not yet excessive

  9. Fail110,983 miles (+606)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,983 miles
    Test number
    638520461713
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion visable n/s + o/s sill front and rear not yet excessive

  10. Pass110,377 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,377 miles
    Test number
    691436400872
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail110,376 miles (+912)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,376 miles
    Test number
    795030027418
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s + o/s metal pipes to rear calipers (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass109,464 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,464 miles
    Test number
    694466073430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,569 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    108,569 miles
    Test number
    786685954219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass108,463 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    108,463 miles
    Test number
    576413253202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass108,446 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    108,446 miles
    Test number
    925508222245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,186 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,186 miles
    Test number
    296385631203
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass108,186 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    108,186 miles
    Test number
    808395231276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass106,905 miles (+5,569)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    106,905 miles
    Test number
    600867640201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass101,336 miles (+7,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    101,336 miles
    Test number
    801143229244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass93,924 miles (+5,673)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,924 miles
    Test number
    542138258149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,251 miles (+2,392)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    88,251 miles
    Test number
    844704547122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass85,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    85,859 miles
    Test number
    600726136128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y247 WBJ

Does Y247 WBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y247 WBJ expired on 5 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y247 WBJ?
The MOT on Y247 WBJ expired on 5 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y247 WBJ done?
Y247 WBJ was recorded at 114,376 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2023, an average of 1,624 miles a year.
Has Y247 WBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y247 WBJ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on Y247 WBJ 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 Y247 WBJ find?
Y247 WBJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2023 with 8 advisories: nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear lens damaged, and 5 more.

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