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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y892 XBNMOT history

Y892 XBN is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 100,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

Y892 XBN blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2023
Mileage
100,433 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y892 XBN
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
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y892 XBN was last recorded at 100,433 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,186 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
247 miles
Average per year
3,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 100,433 miles
  • 2022 – 100,186 miles
  • 2021 – 99,965 miles
  • 2020 – 99,640 miles
  • 2019 – 98,808 miles
  • 2018 – 97,859 miles
  • 2017 – 96,641 miles
  • 2016 – 95,474 miles
  • 2015 – 94,430 miles
  • 2014 – 90,336 miles
  • 2013 – 87,339 miles
  • 2012 – 78,576 miles
  • 2011 – 68,927 miles
  • 2010 – 61,224 miles
  • 2009 – 51,658 miles
  • 2008 – 51,642 miles
  • 2007 – 44,268 miles
  • 2006 – 34,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail100,433 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Both side sills are rusting (borderline)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Near side rear tyre is starting to go out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail100,433 miles (+247)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,433 miles
    Test number
    642000348807
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass100,186 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,186 miles
    Test number
    159320819372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust to underside of car

  3. Fail100,186 miles (+221)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,186 miles
    Test number
    274276138176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working fitted new bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working fitted new bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust to underside of car

  4. Pass99,965 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,965 miles
    Test number
    328033816255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail99,963 miles (+323)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,963 miles
    Test number
    370805169056
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  6. Pass99,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,640 miles
    Test number
    871059193582
    • AdvisoryBoth sills are rusted at front and rear borderline

  7. Fail99,640 miles (+832)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,640 miles
    Test number
    147458713501
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills are rusted at front and rear borderline

  8. Pass98,808 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,808 miles
    Test number
    610497027295
    • AdvisoryBoth side sills are rusting (borderline)
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre is starting to go out of shape

  9. Fail98,808 miles (+949)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,808 miles
    Test number
    568069931128
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth side sills are rusting (borderline)
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre is starting to go out of shape

  10. Pass97,859 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,859 miles
    Test number
    250627825487
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases starting to get rusted (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills/flooring is starting to rust

  11. Fail97,859 miles (+1,218)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,859 miles
    Test number
    378065295100
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases starting to get rusted (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills/flooring is starting to rust

  12. Pass96,641 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,641 miles
    Test number
    371100321824
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished & out of shape.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished & out of shape.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail96,641 miles (+1,167)4 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,641 miles
    Test number
    523230103975
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished & out of shape.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished & out of shape.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass95,474 miles (+1,044)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,474 miles
    Test number
    103418834756
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slight cracks on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight cracks on tread

  15. Pass94,430 miles (+4,094)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,430 miles
    Test number
    839381165178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres are cracking in treads
    • NoteOff side front flooring/sill starting to rust
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass90,336 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,336 miles
    Test number
    365300554025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  17. Fail90,336 miles (+2,997)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,336 miles
    Test number
    907959444069
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  18. Pass87,339 miles (+4)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    87,339 miles
    Test number
    396713553099
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteENGINE LIGHT ON

  19. Fail87,335 miles (+8,759)1 dangerous6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,335 miles
    Test number
    175802753079
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteENGINE LIGHT ON

  20. Pass78,576 miles (+9,649)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,576 miles
    Test number
    155743652495
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass68,927 miles (+7,703)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    68,927 miles
    Test number
    649946151007
    • NoteBoth rear brake disc inner faces corroded
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged and starting to delaminate

  22. Pass61,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,224 miles
    Test number
    691998050090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,224 miles (+9,566)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,224 miles
    Test number
    883218750099
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass51,658 miles (+16)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    51,658 miles
    Test number
    161556359078
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront reg plate damaged

  25. Pass51,642 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    51,642 miles
    Test number
    333207418472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail51,642 miles (+7,374)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,642 miles
    Test number
    694115318220
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass44,268 miles (+10,063)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,268 miles
    Test number
    662158417259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,205 miles
    Test number
    561363646271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail34,205 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,205 miles
    Test number
    803193746249
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about Y892 XBN

Does Y892 XBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y892 XBN expired on 1 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y892 XBN?
The MOT on Y892 XBN expired on 1 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y892 XBN done?
Y892 XBN was recorded at 100,433 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 3,887 miles a year.
Has Y892 XBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y892 XBN has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y892 XBN 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 Y892 XBN find?
Y892 XBN failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 6 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill panel; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 6 more.

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