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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y887 JARMOT history

Y887 JAR is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 3 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 53,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2024.

Y887 JAR blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2025
Mileage
53,568 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y887 JAR
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
3 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y887 JAR was last recorded at 53,568 miles on 23 Feb 2024, 229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,339 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
229 miles
Average per year
1,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 53,568 miles
  • 2023 – 53,339 miles
  • 2022 – 52,537 miles
  • 2021 – 52,275 miles
  • 2020 – 52,043 miles
  • 2019 – 51,556 miles
  • 2018 – 51,167 miles
  • 2017 – 50,077 miles
  • 2016 – 49,347 miles
  • 2015 – 46,558 miles
  • 2014 – 44,521 miles
  • 2013 – 42,827 miles
  • 2012 – 41,015 miles
  • 2011 – 39,505 miles
  • 2010 – 36,845 miles
  • 2008 – 34,400 miles
  • 2006 – 24,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,568 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,568 miles (+229)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    53,568 miles
    Test number
    837615377885
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  2. Pass53,339 miles (+802)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    53,339 miles
    Test number
    692483002756
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 Floor (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))

  3. Pass52,537 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    52,537 miles
    Test number
    938755031139
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail52,537 miles (+262)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,537 miles
    Test number
    102839577974
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass52,275 miles (+232)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    52,275 miles
    Test number
    348860132337
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass52,043 miles (+487)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    52,043 miles
    Test number
    573540866437
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass51,556 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,556 miles
    Test number
    780487848086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,167 miles (+1,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    51,167 miles
    Test number
    924936515082
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass50,077 miles (+730)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    50,077 miles
    Test number
    602035475705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass49,347 miles (+2,789)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,347 miles
    Test number
    653948109618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear p bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass46,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,558 miles
    Test number
    527511645048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail46,558 miles (+2,037)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,558 miles
    Test number
    659751745094
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass44,521 miles (+1,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    44,521 miles
    Test number
    799345334049
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass42,827 miles (+1,812)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,827 miles
    Test number
    557831073023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,015 miles (+1,510)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,015 miles
    Test number
    168028532498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting corroded

  16. Pass39,505 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,505 miles
    Test number
    947099631071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting corroded

  17. Fail39,505 miles (+2,660)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,505 miles
    Test number
    709568831047
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting corroded

  18. Pass36,845 miles (+2,445)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,845 miles
    Test number
    903368840014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,400 miles (+3,184)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,400 miles
    Test number
    432456148445
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp corroded
    • NoteO/s washer poor
    • NoteSlight play in rack

  20. Pass31,216 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    31,216 miles
    Test number
    274477208010
    • NoteA.both rear tyres 2/3mm
    • NoteA.n/s/f tyre 2/3mm
    • NoteA.n/s/f washer jet not working well
    • NoteA.slight play in rack body

  21. Fail31,216 miles (+6,814)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,216 miles
    Test number
    464554108009
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • NoteA.both rear tyres 2/3mm
    • NoteA.n/s/f tyre 2/3mm
    • NoteA.n/s/f washer jet not working well
    • NoteA.slight play in rack body

  22. Pass24,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,402 miles
    Test number
    483839256046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y887 JAR

Does Y887 JAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y887 JAR expired on 22 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y887 JAR?
The MOT on Y887 JAR expired on 22 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y887 JAR done?
Y887 JAR was recorded at 53,568 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2024, an average of 1,622 miles a year.
Has Y887 JAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y887 JAR has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y887 JAR 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 Y887 JAR find?
Y887 JAR passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2024 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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