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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y293 PWJMOT history

Y293 PWJ is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2024.

Y293 PWJ blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2025
Mileage
85,504 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y293 PWJ
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
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y293 PWJ was last recorded at 85,504 miles on 5 Nov 2024, 628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,876 miles · 10 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
628 miles
Average per year
2,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,504 miles
  • 2023 – 84,876 miles
  • 2022 – 84,144 miles
  • 2021 – 82,479 miles
  • 2020 – 80,701 miles
  • 2019 – 78,806 miles
  • 2018 – 77,553 miles
  • 2017 – 76,231 miles
  • 2016 – 73,739 miles
  • 2014 – 69,575 miles
  • 2013 – 67,112 miles
  • 2012 – 60,600 miles
  • 2011 – 51,278 miles
  • 2010 – 48,116 miles
  • 2009 – 41,850 miles
  • 2008 – 40,424 miles
  • 2007 – 37,839 miles
  • 2006 – 34,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,504 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded under skin (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass85,504 miles (+628)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    85,504 miles
    Test number
    204590778785
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded under skin (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass84,876 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,876 miles
    Test number
    609018448923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail84,873 miles (+729)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,873 miles
    Test number
    567468691516
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass84,144 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,144 miles
    Test number
    854175996749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,142 miles (+1,663)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,142 miles
    Test number
    226157481565
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass82,479 miles (+1,778)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,479 miles
    Test number
    892949105788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,701 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,701 miles
    Test number
    750028631237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,806 miles (+1,253)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,806 miles
    Test number
    735364538866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,553 miles
    Test number
    821813607707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,553 miles (+1,322)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,553 miles
    Test number
    842142229376
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass76,231 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,231 miles
    Test number
    427916455429
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Fail76,229 miles (+2,490)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,229 miles
    Test number
    583283100677
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass73,739 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,739 miles
    Test number
    156878531280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail73,722 miles (+4,147)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,722 miles
    Test number
    625873222083
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass69,575 miles (+2,463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,575 miles
    Test number
    659345514394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass67,112 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    67,112 miles
    Test number
    286162603336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  17. Fail67,106 miles (+6,506)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,106 miles
    Test number
    215688193207
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  18. Pass60,600 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,600 miles
    Test number
    616737782195
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail60,594 miles (+9,316)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,594 miles
    Test number
    276876482480
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass51,278 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,278 miles
    Test number
    875874281086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail51,277 miles (+3,161)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,277 miles
    Test number
    388552081084
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass48,116 miles (+6,266)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,116 miles
    Test number
    311345380082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,850 miles (+1,426)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,850 miles
    Test number
    920626889015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear tyres starting to perish
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake discs

  24. Pass40,424 miles (+2,585)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,424 miles
    Test number
    222919788464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,839 miles (+2,921)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,839 miles
    Test number
    701222277169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,918 miles
    Test number
    853383776150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y293 PWJ

Does Y293 PWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y293 PWJ expired on 9 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y293 PWJ?
The MOT on Y293 PWJ expired on 9 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y293 PWJ done?
Y293 PWJ was recorded at 85,504 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2024, an average of 2,753 miles a year.
Has Y293 PWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y293 PWJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y293 PWJ 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 PWJ find?
Y293 PWJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded under skin, and 1 more.

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