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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

Y308 XJBMOT history

Y308 XJB is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 100,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

Y308 XJB silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
100,854 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y308 XJB
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
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y308 XJB was last recorded at 100,854 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jan 2007: 65,624 miles, lower than 88,721 miles on 13 Jan 2006.
  • 11 Jan 2021: 100,336 miles, lower than 152,694 miles on 1 May 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,803 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,854 miles
  • 2025 – 100,803 miles
  • 2024 – 100,763 miles
  • 2023 – 100,632 miles
  • 2022 – 100,588 miles
  • 2021 – 100,336 miles
  • 2019 – 152,694 miles
  • 2018 – 152,642 miles
  • 2017 – 151,622 miles
  • 2016 – 151,016 miles
  • 2015 – 150,139 miles
  • 2014 – 148,946 miles
  • 2013 – 148,275 miles
  • 2010 – 141,747 miles
  • 2009 – 135,714 miles
  • 2008 – 130,567 miles
  • 2007 – 106,323 miles
  • 2006 – 88,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,854 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    100,854 miles
    Test number
    188180568050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail100,854 miles (+51)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,854 miles
    Test number
    984575824455
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass100,803 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    100,803 miles
    Test number
    369208105860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,763 miles
    Test number
    714780975947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail100,763 miles (+131)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,763 miles
    Test number
    226536938783
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  6. Pass100,632 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,632 miles
    Test number
    610638086558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    100,588 miles
    Test number
    793729471748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,588 miles (+252)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,588 miles
    Test number
    543695531773
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass100,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,336 miles
    Test number
    158682496472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,336 miles (-52,358)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,336 miles
    Test number
    963340588008
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc contaminated corroded (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake disc contaminated corroded (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass152,694 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    152,694 miles
    Test number
    536494995105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass152,642 miles (+1,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    152,642 miles
    Test number
    909770242389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass151,622 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    151,622 miles
    Test number
    303702430475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass151,016 miles (+877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    151,016 miles
    Test number
    468288960953
    • 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)

  15. Pass150,139 miles (+1,193)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    150,139 miles
    Test number
    145388275489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass148,946 miles (+671)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    148,946 miles
    Test number
    468978074069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass148,275 miles (+6,528)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    148,275 miles
    Test number
    678179243023
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass141,747 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    141,747 miles
    Test number
    854874460251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail141,605 miles (+5,891)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,605 miles
    Test number
    423186450269
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass135,714 miles (+5,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    135,714 miles
    Test number
    863338119237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass130,567 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    130,567 miles
    Test number
    694800498112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail130,548 miles (+24,225)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,548 miles
    Test number
    203586988421
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass106,323 miles (+40,699)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    106,323 miles
    Test number
    150089427048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCHIP IN WINDSCREEN

  24. Fail65,624 miles (-23,097)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,624 miles
    Test number
    933308917007
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low

  25. Pass88,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    88,721 miles
    Test number
    711493816064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail88,711 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,711 miles
    Test number
    472233516043
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteCHIP IN SECTION (A) OF WINDSCREEN

Questions about Y308 XJB

Does Y308 XJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y308 XJB is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y308 XJB?
The MOT on Y308 XJB is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y308 XJB done?
Y308 XJB was recorded at 100,854 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 605 miles a year.
Has Y308 XJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y308 XJB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y308 XJB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 18 Jan 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y308 XJB find?
Y308 XJB passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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