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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T103 WCSMOT history

T103 WCS is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 109,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
109,526 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T103 WCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T103 WCS was last recorded at 109,526 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 1,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,623 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,903 miles
Average per year
4,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,526 miles
  • 2025 – 107,623 miles
  • 2023 – 103,297 miles
  • 2022 – 99,474 miles
  • 2021 – 98,148 miles
  • 2020 – 97,236 miles
  • 2019 – 96,390 miles
  • 2018 – 95,204 miles
  • 2017 – 93,549 miles
  • 2016 – 92,038 miles
  • 2015 – 89,739 miles
  • 2013 – 86,251 miles
  • 2012 – 79,688 miles
  • 2011 – 66,400 miles
  • 2010 – 59,414 miles
  • 2009 – 50,010 miles
  • 2008 – 40,288 miles
  • 2007 – 31,811 miles
  • 2006 – 27,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,526 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,526 miles (+1,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    109,526 miles
    Test number
    402182987454
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

  2. Pass107,623 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    107,623 miles
    Test number
    750333653564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass103,297 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,297 miles
    Test number
    601431292778
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Fail103,297 miles (+3,823)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,297 miles
    Test number
    903712750383
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Pass99,474 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,474 miles
    Test number
    945271496564
    • AdvisoryBoth sides fuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sill covers corroded front and rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Corrosion near upper shocker mounting on body
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box deteriorated

  6. Fail99,474 miles (+37)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,474 miles
    Test number
    713420289592
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides fuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sill covers corroded front and rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Corrosion near upper shocker mounting on body
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box deteriorated

  7. Fail99,437 miles (+48)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,437 miles
    Test number
    704274282307
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch corroded near top shocker mounting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside fuel tank strap slightly loose

  8. Fail99,389 miles (+1,241)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,389 miles
    Test number
    464352969374
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch corroded near top shocker mounting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside fuel tank strap slightly loose

  9. Pass98,148 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,148 miles
    Test number
    964535972347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail98,148 miles (+912)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,148 miles
    Test number
    470417998096
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass97,236 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,236 miles
    Test number
    975969345603
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Fail97,236 miles (+846)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,236 miles
    Test number
    612767674138
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  13. Pass96,390 miles (+1,186)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,390 miles
    Test number
    868296960826
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower cross brace corroded

  14. Pass95,204 miles (+1,655)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,204 miles
    Test number
    660753937440
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass93,549 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,549 miles
    Test number
    579163473258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail93,525 miles (+1,487)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,525 miles
    Test number
    729924910984
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mount splitting

  17. Pass92,038 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    92,038 miles
    Test number
    689034241203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail91,266 miles (+1,527)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,266 miles
    Test number
    782295928918
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES/SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F STEERING RACK
    • AdvisorySLIGHT POWER STEERING LEAK

  19. Pass89,739 miles (+32)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,739 miles
    Test number
    589668694579
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front and both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs rusty
    • NoteBoth rear springs rusty

  20. Fail89,707 miles (+3,456)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,707 miles
    Test number
    107603125272
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear springs rusty

  21. Pass86,251 miles (+9)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,251 miles
    Test number
    269472563215
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust baffles noisy

  22. Fail86,242 miles (+6,554)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,242 miles
    Test number
    448960763229
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust baffles noisy

  23. Pass79,688 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    79,688 miles
    Test number
    889778662287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail79,684 miles (+13,284)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,684 miles
    Test number
    128905662250
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  25. Pass66,400 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,400 miles
    Test number
    378309671240
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail66,395 miles (+6,981)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,395 miles
    Test number
    147167671219
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass59,414 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,414 miles
    Test number
    864473250164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail59,413 miles (+9,403)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,413 miles
    Test number
    574446140131
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass50,010 miles (+9,722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,010 miles
    Test number
    483692149143
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass40,288 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,288 miles
    Test number
    180955958136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail40,274 miles (+8,463)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,274 miles
    Test number
    544844458114
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass31,811 miles (+3,828)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,811 miles
    Test number
    214749637407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass27,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,983 miles
    Test number
    211083946190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T103 WCS

Does T103 WCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T103 WCS is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T103 WCS?
The MOT on T103 WCS is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T103 WCS done?
T103 WCS was recorded at 109,526 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 4,105 miles a year.
Has T103 WCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T103 WCS has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T103 WCS 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 T103 WCS find?
T103 WCS passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both sides, and 1 more.

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