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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

P26 DPHMOT history

P26 DPH is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 135,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

P26 DPH red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
135,938 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P26 DPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
11 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P26 DPH was last recorded at 135,938 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 1,048 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,890 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,048 miles
Average per year
3,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,938 miles
  • 2025 – 134,890 miles
  • 2024 – 133,498 miles
  • 2023 – 133,434 miles
  • 2022 – 131,610 miles
  • 2021 – 129,933 miles
  • 2020 – 127,697 miles
  • 2019 – 124,705 miles
  • 2018 – 121,858 miles
  • 2017 – 118,664 miles
  • 2016 – 115,379 miles
  • 2015 – 112,434 miles
  • 2014 – 109,008 miles
  • 2013 – 105,432 miles
  • 2012 – 101,504 miles
  • 2011 – 97,658 miles
  • 2010 – 93,377 miles
  • 2009 – 88,292 miles
  • 2008 – 83,738 miles
  • 2007 – 79,054 miles
  • 2006 – 75,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,938 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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,938 miles (+1,048)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    135,938 miles
    Test number
    983173776111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass134,890 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    134,890 miles
    Test number
    426607437133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail134,837 miles (+1,339)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,837 miles
    Test number
    825205847063
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass133,498 miles (+64)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    133,498 miles
    Test number
    270376323900
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SLIGHT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BOX (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail133,434 miles (+1,824)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,434 miles
    Test number
    984459165706
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside cover sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside cover sill corroded

  6. Pass131,610 miles1 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,610 miles
    Test number
    133620200801
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail131,610 miles (+1,677)2 major1 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,610 miles
    Test number
    526687707534
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass129,933 miles (+2,236)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,933 miles
    Test number
    213949517317
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/cover (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened has been patch repaired (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/cover (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass127,697 miles (+114)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,697 miles
    Test number
    195504594545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corroded

  10. Fail127,583 miles (+2,878)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,583 miles
    Test number
    591148949163
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer sills

  11. Pass124,705 miles (+2,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    124,705 miles
    Test number
    587416835418
    • AdvisoryBoth sills starting to rust slightly

  12. Pass121,858 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    121,858 miles
    Test number
    690576207682
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement advanced (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded away

  13. Fail121,853 miles (+3,189)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,853 miles
    Test number
    759382947242
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement advanced (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded away

  14. Pass118,664 miles (+80)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    118,664 miles
    Test number
    850259152146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber weeping.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail118,584 miles (+3,205)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,584 miles
    Test number
    412582681319
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber weeping.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust bracket heavily corroded.

  16. Pass115,379 miles (+2,945)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    115,379 miles
    Test number
    361107366702
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust support corroded + broken (still secure)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass112,434 miles (+3,426)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    112,434 miles
    Test number
    927049415074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass109,008 miles (+3,576)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    109,008 miles
    Test number
    837578814025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade starting to split

  19. Pass105,432 miles (+3,928)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    105,432 miles
    Test number
    907296723034
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteA.front and rear brake discs slightly corroded and worn
    • NoteA.under engine oil leaks

  20. Pass101,504 miles (+3,846)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    101,504 miles
    Test number
    566084912089
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded

  21. Pass97,658 miles (+4,281)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    97,658 miles
    Test number
    377009121028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAuxilary belts worn
    • NoteSlight binding from rear brakes

  22. Fail93,377 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,377 miles
    Test number
    284453720032
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass93,377 miles (+5,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,377 miles
    Test number
    531643420035
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass88,292 miles (+4,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,292 miles
    Test number
    552202419079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass83,738 miles (+4,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    83,738 miles
    Test number
    693896728088
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass79,054 miles (+3,748)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    79,054 miles
    Test number
    410417727056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass75,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    75,306 miles
    Test number
    733486026030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P26 DPH

Does P26 DPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P26 DPH is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on P26 DPH?
The MOT on P26 DPH is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P26 DPH done?
P26 DPH was recorded at 135,938 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 3,040 miles a year.
Has P26 DPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P26 DPH has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on P26 DPH 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 P26 DPH find?
P26 DPH passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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