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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y286 WGCMOT history

Y286 WGC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 44,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

Y286 WGC blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
44,318 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y286 WGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y286 WGC was last recorded at 44,318 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,765 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
553 miles
Average per year
1,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,318 miles
  • 2025 – 43,765 miles
  • 2024 – 41,431 miles
  • 2023 – 38,898 miles
  • 2022 – 35,618 miles
  • 2021 – 34,091 miles
  • 2020 – 33,787 miles
  • 2019 – 33,743 miles
  • 2018 – 32,437 miles
  • 2017 – 32,054 miles
  • 2016 – 30,780 miles
  • 2015 – 28,511 miles
  • 2014 – 28,373 miles
  • 2013 – 28,129 miles
  • 2012 – 27,736 miles
  • 2011 – 27,392 miles
  • 2010 – 26,513 miles
  • 2009 – 25,797 miles
  • 2008 – 24,777 miles
  • 2007 – 23,425 miles
  • 2006 – 21,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,318 miles

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,318 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    44,318 miles
    Test number
    851014571958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass43,765 miles (+2,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    43,765 miles
    Test number
    115383402528
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre has a screw in it
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are cracking in the tread

  3. Pass41,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    41,431 miles
    Test number
    811631305219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail41,431 miles (+2,533)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,431 miles
    Test number
    138747061649
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass38,898 miles (+3,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    38,898 miles
    Test number
    923284070449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass35,618 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    35,618 miles
    Test number
    303534477358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,091 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,091 miles
    Test number
    868102184686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass33,787 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    33,787 miles
    Test number
    642005216370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass33,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    33,743 miles
    Test number
    930734083102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail33,743 miles (+1,306)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,743 miles
    Test number
    588162637446
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass32,437 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    32,437 miles
    Test number
    251410702446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,054 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,054 miles
    Test number
    462410019429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,780 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,780 miles
    Test number
    166914333040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,511 miles
    Test number
    537265975117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,511 miles (+138)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,511 miles
    Test number
    756135575141
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  16. Pass28,373 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    28,373 miles
    Test number
    279694704385
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNSF wheel hard to spin by hand, wheel bearing not check
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail28,373 miles (+244)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,373 miles
    Test number
    419444804415
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNSF wheel hard to spin by hand, wheel bearing not check
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass28,129 miles (+393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    28,129 miles
    Test number
    938308693292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass27,736 miles (+344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    27,736 miles
    Test number
    886008292285
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass27,392 miles (+879)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    27,392 miles
    Test number
    127706101320
    • 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)

  21. Pass26,513 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,513 miles
    Test number
    121475600398
    • 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. Fail26,513 miles (+716)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,513 miles
    Test number
    702865000369
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  23. Pass25,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,797 miles
    Test number
    284807889279
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail25,797 miles (+1,020)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,797 miles
    Test number
    812317989231
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass24,777 miles (+1,352)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,777 miles
    Test number
    471872108334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass23,425 miles (+1,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,425 miles
    Test number
    624368797206
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail21,918 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,918 miles
    Test number
    341702216341
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass21,918 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,918 miles
    Test number
    904432416391
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about Y286 WGC

Does Y286 WGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y286 WGC is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y286 WGC?
The MOT on Y286 WGC is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y286 WGC done?
Y286 WGC was recorded at 44,318 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 1,144 miles a year.
Has Y286 WGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y286 WGC has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y286 WGC 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 Y286 WGC find?
Y286 WGC passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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