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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y36 JGUMOT history

Y36 JGU is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 5 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 95,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2025.

Y36 JGU blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jul 2026
Mileage
95,880 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y36 JGU
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
5 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y36 JGU was last recorded at 95,880 miles on 17 Jun 2025, 1,442 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,438 miles · 3 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,442 miles
Average per year
1,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,880 miles
  • 2024 – 94,438 miles
  • 2021 – 94,436 miles
  • 2019 – 93,771 miles
  • 2018 – 93,321 miles
  • 2017 – 87,551 miles
  • 2016 – 81,834 miles
  • 2014 – 79,304 miles
  • 2013 – 75,304 miles
  • 2009 – 68,787 miles
  • 2008 – 65,792 miles
  • 2007 – 61,367 miles
  • 2006 – 60,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,880 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,880 miles (+1,442)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,880 miles
    Test number
    592350664341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass94,438 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,438 miles
    Test number
    641898994208
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output images cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection
  3. Fail94,437 miles (+1)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,437 miles
    Test number
    371306516189
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output images cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection
  4. Fail94,436 miles (+665)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,436 miles
    Test number
    485335431279
    • MajorEmissions not tested emissions test aborted as vehicle over heated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills/floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection
  5. Pass93,771 miles (+450)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,771 miles
    Test number
    461872690465
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryScreen chipped in and outside zone a
  6. Pass93,321 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,321 miles
    Test number
    114168683026
    • AdvisoryFront gearbox exhaust mounting insecure
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft coupling deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryStarter motor faulty
  7. Fail93,321 miles (+5,770)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,321 miles
    Test number
    440074735264
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront gearbox exhaust mounting insecure
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft coupling deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryStarter motor faulty
  8. Pass87,551 miles (+5,717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,551 miles
    Test number
    463002372038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  9. Pass81,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,834 miles
    Test number
    717715425177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,834 miles (+2,530)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,834 miles
    Test number
    260230208807
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  11. Pass79,304 miles (+401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,304 miles
    Test number
    995408154269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail78,903 miles (+3,599)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,903 miles
    Test number
    796236454134
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
  13. Pass75,304 miles (+6,517)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,304 miles
    Test number
    956724063185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,787 miles (+2,995)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,787 miles
    Test number
    170908099186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass65,792 miles (+4,425)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,792 miles
    Test number
    332795788046
    • 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  16. Pass61,367 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    61,367 miles
    Test number
    410235867013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,026 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    60,026 miles
    Test number
    351334476019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y36 JGU

Does Y36 JGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y36 JGU expired on 2 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y36 JGU?
The MOT on Y36 JGU expired on 2 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y36 JGU done?
Y36 JGU was recorded at 95,880 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2025, an average of 1,862 miles a year.
Has Y36 JGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y36 JGU has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y36 JGU 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 Y36 JGU find?
Y36 JGU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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