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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y293 NBLMOT history

Y293 NBL is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 25 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

Y293 NBL green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,674 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y293 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y293 NBL was last recorded at 95,674 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,670 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,674 miles
  • 2024 – 92,678 miles
  • 2023 – 90,310 miles
  • 2022 – 87,628 miles
  • 2021 – 85,145 miles
  • 2020 – 82,560 miles
  • 2019 – 80,814 miles
  • 2018 – 80,785 miles
  • 2017 – 79,904 miles
  • 2016 – 79,229 miles
  • 2015 – 72,983 miles
  • 2014 – 67,803 miles
  • 2013 – 64,326 miles
  • 2012 – 62,916 miles
  • 2011 – 61,552 miles
  • 2010 – 51,244 miles
  • 2009 – 45,929 miles
  • 2008 – 40,727 miles
  • 2007 – 35,663 miles
  • 2006 – 30,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,674 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,674 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,674 miles
    Test number
    886546589713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail95,670 miles (+2,992)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,670 miles
    Test number
    621490239204
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass92,678 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,678 miles
    Test number
    990656218921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,310 miles (+2,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,310 miles
    Test number
    187271140586
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass87,628 miles (+2,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    87,628 miles
    Test number
    535376925979
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass85,145 miles (+2,585)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    85,145 miles
    Test number
    829358286223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Pass82,560 miles (+1,746)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    82,560 miles
    Test number
    352906462423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass80,814 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,814 miles
    Test number
    372909936105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,785 miles (+881)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,785 miles
    Test number
    526747372663
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
  10. Pass79,904 miles (+675)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,904 miles
    Test number
    221118061086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,229 miles (+6,246)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,229 miles
    Test number
    770455820790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,983 miles (+5,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    72,983 miles
    Test number
    569864922173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pads worn
  13. Pass67,803 miles (+3,477)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,803 miles
    Test number
    119916094248
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
  14. Pass64,326 miles (+1,410)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,326 miles
    Test number
    675889483206
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
  15. Pass62,916 miles (+1,364)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,916 miles
    Test number
    226906592290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,552 miles (+2,444)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,552 miles
    Test number
    527180901391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,108 miles (+7,864)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,108 miles
    Test number
    948609981086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,244 miles (+5,315)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,244 miles
    Test number
    273648890029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,929 miles (+5,202)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,929 miles
    Test number
    903218699070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,727 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,727 miles
    Test number
    283970508134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,663 miles (+5,072)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,663 miles
    Test number
    462656007163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    30,591 miles
    Test number
    121074716159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y293 NBL

Does Y293 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y293 NBL is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y293 NBL?
The MOT on Y293 NBL is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y293 NBL done?
Y293 NBL was recorded at 95,674 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 3,257 miles a year.
Has Y293 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y293 NBL has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y293 NBL 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 Y293 NBL find?
Y293 NBL passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge, and 1 more.

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