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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y881 WGKMOT history

Y881 WGK is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 23 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 63,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

Y881 WGK silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
63,112 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 WGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 WGK was last recorded at 63,112 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,827 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
285 miles
Average per year
2,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,112 miles
  • 2024 – 62,827 miles
  • 2023 – 62,729 miles
  • 2022 – 62,409 miles
  • 2021 – 61,809 miles
  • 2020 – 61,590 miles
  • 2019 – 61,515 miles
  • 2018 – 61,116 miles
  • 2017 – 60,917 miles
  • 2016 – 60,513 miles
  • 2015 – 59,493 miles
  • 2014 – 57,300 miles
  • 2013 – 55,855 miles
  • 2012 – 53,771 miles
  • 2011 – 52,158 miles
  • 2010 – 50,521 miles
  • 2009 – 48,440 miles
  • 2008 – 37,965 miles
  • 2007 – 21,696 miles
  • 2006 – 12,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,112 miles

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,112 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,112 miles
    Test number
    206542655995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass62,827 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    62,827 miles
    Test number
    706948629122
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail62,825 miles (+96)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,825 miles
    Test number
    101720328196
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both fronts (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass62,729 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    240406945745
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both headlights faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perished on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryRear window torn and inscure

  5. Fail62,724 miles (+315)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,724 miles
    Test number
    548302449849
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system n/s/f rear of abs plug (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag and traction light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both headlights faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perished on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryRear window torn and inscure

  6. Pass62,409 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    62,409 miles
    Test number
    510479745857
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail62,407 miles (+598)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,407 miles
    Test number
    263880694073
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above diff (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated 1 of 2 (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass61,809 miles (+219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,809 miles
    Test number
    445739668949
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass61,590 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,590 miles
    Test number
    869414070948
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lens cloudy

  10. Fail61,590 miles (+75)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,590 miles
    Test number
    686410211814
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lens cloudy

  11. Pass61,515 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,515 miles
    Test number
    751619763618
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail61,515 miles (+399)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,515 miles
    Test number
    447786777450
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear across rear arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass61,116 miles (+199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,116 miles
    Test number
    328413273506
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass60,917 miles (+404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,917 miles
    Test number
    663276452812
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass60,513 miles (+1,020)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    60,513 miles
    Test number
    834332271739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass59,493 miles (+2,193)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,493 miles
    Test number
    806804977832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass57,300 miles (+1,445)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,300 miles
    Test number
    316507084246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass55,855 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,855 miles
    Test number
    369017393465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,771 miles (+1,613)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,771 miles
    Test number
    826027692280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass52,158 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,158 miles
    Test number
    126221601333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,521 miles (+2,081)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    50,521 miles
    Test number
    114633900386
    • DangerousFront brake discs inner surface very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass48,440 miles (+10,475)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,440 miles
    Test number
    842927799292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,965 miles (+16,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,965 miles
    Test number
    500834588289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass21,696 miles (+2,383)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    21,696 miles
    Test number
    132905487212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,313 miles (+6,438)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    19,313 miles
    Test number
    391555357175
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyres cracked on outr edge.

  26. Pass12,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,875 miles
    Test number
    211373956191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y881 WGK

Does Y881 WGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y881 WGK is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y881 WGK?
The MOT on Y881 WGK is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y881 WGK done?
Y881 WGK was recorded at 63,112 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 2,581 miles a year.
Has Y881 WGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 WGK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y881 WGK 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 Y881 WGK find?
Y881 WGK passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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