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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y3 LHYMOT history

Y3 LHY is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 18 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

Y3 LHY silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
98,705 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 LHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 LHY was last recorded at 98,705 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 3,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,151 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,554 miles
Average per year
2,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,705 miles
  • 2025 – 95,151 miles
  • 2024 – 91,430 miles
  • 2023 – 87,175 miles
  • 2022 – 78,953 miles
  • 2021 – 75,228 miles
  • 2020 – 73,000 miles
  • 2018 – 68,194 miles
  • 2017 – 62,635 miles
  • 2016 – 57,791 miles
  • 2015 – 56,964 miles
  • 2013 – 56,014 miles
  • 2012 – 55,189 miles
  • 2011 – 53,488 miles
  • 2010 – 51,353 miles
  • 2009 – 48,747 miles
  • 2008 – 47,406 miles
  • 2007 – 45,079 miles
  • 2006 – 41,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,705 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,705 miles (+3,554)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    98,705 miles
    Test number
    255394359076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,151 miles (+3,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,151 miles
    Test number
    351151295796
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass91,430 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,430 miles
    Test number
    181475315533
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail91,430 miles (+4,255)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,430 miles
    Test number
    809917250247
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass87,175 miles (+8,222)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    87,175 miles
    Test number
    987958780052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,953 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,953 miles
    Test number
    341735763179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail78,953 miles (+3,725)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,953 miles
    Test number
    309200573638
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass75,228 miles (+2,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    75,228 miles
    Test number
    927904329032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,000 miles (+4,806)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    310020859473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,194 miles (+5,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,194 miles
    Test number
    920201527792
    • AdvisoryTHE EMT TELL TALE LIGHT IS ON

  11. Pass62,635 miles (+4,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,635 miles
    Test number
    965805330881
    • AdvisoryTHERE IS A SCREW IN THE OSF TYRE TREAD

  12. Pass57,791 miles (+827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,791 miles
    Test number
    448314714187
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES ARE BADLY CRACKED AND PERISHED

  13. Pass56,964 miles (+950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,964 miles
    Test number
    178532455000
    • 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)

  14. Pass56,014 miles (+825)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,014 miles
    Test number
    378672133347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass55,189 miles (+1,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,189 miles
    Test number
    915794932364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass53,488 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,488 miles
    Test number
    789756661281
    • NoteSlight wear in both outer rear axle bushes

  17. Fail53,486 miles (+2,133)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,486 miles
    Test number
    839485861284
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight wear in both outer rear axle bushes

  18. Pass51,353 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,353 miles
    Test number
    323004470472
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

  19. Fail51,351 miles (+2,604)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,351 miles
    Test number
    520474870234
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

  20. Pass48,747 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,747 miles
    Test number
    272330669255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,406 miles (+2,327)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,406 miles
    Test number
    361025048250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,079 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,079 miles
    Test number
    840601747216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,078 miles (+3,666)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,078 miles
    Test number
    180710847228
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  24. Pass41,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,412 miles
    Test number
    284803536263
    • 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)

Questions about Y3 LHY

Does Y3 LHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 LHY is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 LHY?
The MOT on Y3 LHY is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 LHY done?
Y3 LHY was recorded at 98,705 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 2,856 miles a year.
Has Y3 LHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 LHY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y3 LHY 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 Y3 LHY find?
Y3 LHY passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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