W23BMW - BMW Z3
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 19 days ago
The BMW Z3, often referred to simply as the Z3, is a compact sports car produced by the German automaker BMW from 1995 to 2002. Renowned for its distinctive design and engaging driving experience, the Z3 was the first model to be built in the United States at BMW’s Spartanburg plant. This model gained popularity for its sleek roadster and coupe variants, offering a blend of performance and style. Key features include a range of inline-four and inline-six engines, rear-wheel drive, and a lightweight chassis that enhances agility. The BMW Z3 remains a notable classic, celebrated for its timeless appeal and connection to BMW’s rich motorsport heritage.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 25 MOT tests
This is a blue BMW Z3, registration W23BMW, manufactured in 2000 with a first registration date of March 2000. It has a 1991cc petrol engine and is currently taxed. The vehicle has covered 82,816 miles. The latest MOT test was conducted on 3 March 2025, with the certificate valid until 2 March 2026. The MOT included advisories such as corrosion in the body structure and suspension components, a deteriorated front registration plate, and corroded coil springs, all noted as non-serious. The vehicle's CO2 emissions data is not available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
25
Passed Tests
21
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 03 March 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,816 mi
Expires: 02 March 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 20 November 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 80,417 mi
Expires: 28 November 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Failed - 13 November 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 80,417 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Major Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Major Central Brake pipe excessively corroded front -rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Passed - 11 November 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,127 mi
Expires: 28 November 2023
Passed - 11 November 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,159 mi
Expires: 28 November 2022
Passed - 04 November 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 72,566 mi
Expires: 28 November 2021
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 04 November 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,826 mi
Expires: 28 November 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 08 November 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 68,893 mi
Expires: 28 November 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 29 November 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,117 mi
Expires: 28 November 2018
Passed - 01 November 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 64,672 mi
Expires: 26 November 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 11 November 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,530 mi
Expires: 26 November 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed - 05 November 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,425 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Passed - 19 November 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,253 mi
Expires: 26 November 2015
Passed - 14 November 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,494 mi
Expires: 26 November 2014
Passed - 01 November 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,998 mi
Expires: 26 November 2013
Failed - 30 October 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,983 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Failed - 04 November 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,469 mi
Passed - 04 November 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,469 mi
Expires: 26 November 2012
Passed - 15 November 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,817 mi
Expires: 26 November 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 27 October 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 27,933 mi
Expires: 26 November 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Passed - 27 November 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 19,395 mi
Expires: 26 November 2009
Passed - 31 March 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 16,498 mi
Expires: 11 April 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 12 April 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,513 mi
Expires: 11 April 2008
Passed - 13 September 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,255 mi
Expires: 29 September 2007
Passed - 30 September 2005
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 7,583 mi
Expires: 29 September 2006
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for W23BMW?
The MOT expires on 02 March 2026.
What is the tax status of W23BMW?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 March 2026.
What are the specifications of W23BMW?
This is a 2000 BMW Z3 in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 1991cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of W23BMW?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.