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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y265 KAVMOT history

Y265 KAV is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2023.

Y265 KAV silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2024
Mileage
97,968 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y265 KAV
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
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y265 KAV was last recorded at 97,968 miles on 6 Sept 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,968 miles · 5 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,968 miles
  • 2022 – 97,537 miles
  • 2021 – 97,047 miles
  • 2020 – 96,643 miles
  • 2019 – 96,110 miles
  • 2018 – 94,176 miles
  • 2017 – 90,999 miles
  • 2016 – 88,507 miles
  • 2015 – 85,697 miles
  • 2014 – 82,335 miles
  • 2013 – 78,529 miles
  • 2012 – 73,611 miles
  • 2011 – 70,111 miles
  • 2010 – 69,493 miles
  • 2008 – 68,373 miles
  • 2007 – 62,864 miles
  • 2006 – 44,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,968 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside sill panel corroded under sideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Undertray insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,968 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    97,968 miles
    Test number
    191292711898
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill panel corroded under side

  2. Fail97,968 miles (+431)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,968 miles
    Test number
    632738863194
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill panel corroded under side

  3. Pass97,537 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,537 miles
    Test number
    715185185320
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray insecure

  4. Fail97,537 miles (+490)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,537 miles
    Test number
    868270841602
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray insecure

  5. Pass97,047 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,047 miles
    Test number
    467810289579
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,047 miles (+404)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,047 miles
    Test number
    810945198681
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass96,643 miles (+533)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,643 miles
    Test number
    550787122041
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded at rear x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  8. Pass96,110 miles (+1,934)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    96,110 miles
    Test number
    403736909027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth washer jets partially blocked

  9. Pass94,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    94,176 miles
    Test number
    643291620111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing badly on edges

  10. Fail94,176 miles (+3,177)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,176 miles
    Test number
    106765500156
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing badly on edges

  11. Pass90,999 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    90,999 miles
    Test number
    248157742602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,986 miles (+2,479)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,986 miles
    Test number
    529482466987
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort low readings (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven n/s/f reading 280 o/s/f reading 220 (3.7.B.2)

  13. Pass88,507 miles (+2,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    88,507 miles
    Test number
    134198724458
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass85,697 miles (+3,362)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    85,697 miles
    Test number
    569121735232
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding slightly

  15. Pass82,335 miles (+3,806)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    82,335 miles
    Test number
    915419834291
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split on ends

  16. Pass78,529 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,529 miles
    Test number
    279802133218
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre inner edge

  17. Fail78,529 miles (+4,918)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,529 miles
    Test number
    396812933479
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre inner edge

  18. Pass73,611 miles (+3,500)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    73,611 miles
    Test number
    798376112266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,111 miles (+618)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    70,111 miles
    Test number
    658443441274
    • 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)
    • NoteAll discs are worn

  20. Fail69,493 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,493 miles
    Test number
    370170220107
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass69,493 miles (+1,120)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,493 miles
    Test number
    394330220112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,373 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    68,373 miles
    Test number
    733068048159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,371 miles (+5,507)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,371 miles
    Test number
    554454648113
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass62,864 miles (+18,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    62,864 miles
    Test number
    154288777465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass44,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,336 miles
    Test number
    852464876080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y265 KAV

Does Y265 KAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y265 KAV expired on 15 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y265 KAV?
The MOT on Y265 KAV expired on 15 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y265 KAV done?
Y265 KAV was recorded at 97,968 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2023, an average of 3,068 miles a year.
Has Y265 KAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y265 KAV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y265 KAV 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 Y265 KAV find?
Y265 KAV passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear, and 5 more.

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