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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T122 DOYMOT history

T122 DOY is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
123,492 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T122 DOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T122 DOY was last recorded at 123,492 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,847 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
645 miles
Average per year
3,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,492 miles
  • 2024 – 122,847 miles
  • 2023 – 121,522 miles
  • 2022 – 119,041 miles
  • 2021 – 117,002 miles
  • 2020 – 114,775 miles
  • 2019 – 113,999 miles
  • 2018 – 111,958 miles
  • 2017 – 109,195 miles
  • 2016 – 106,841 miles
  • 2015 – 104,073 miles
  • 2014 – 100,270 miles
  • 2013 – 96,740 miles
  • 2012 – 92,354 miles
  • 2011 – 86,947 miles
  • 2010 – 81,384 miles
  • 2009 – 76,894 miles
  • 2008 – 71,278 miles
  • 2007 – 65,493 miles
  • 2006 – 57,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,492 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,492 miles (+645)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,492 miles
    Test number
    278033493078
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass122,847 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,847 miles
    Test number
    385635388605
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  3. Fail122,847 miles (+1,325)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,847 miles
    Test number
    337364802879
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  4. Pass121,522 miles (+2,481)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,522 miles
    Test number
    317999145765
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass119,041 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,041 miles
    Test number
    975439114919
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to fexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail119,040 miles (+2,038)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,040 miles
    Test number
    472094296906
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to fexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass117,002 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    117,002 miles
    Test number
    877429784192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail117,001 miles (+2,226)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,001 miles
    Test number
    811101289546
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass114,775 miles (+776)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,775 miles
    Test number
    219910322759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass113,999 miles (+2,041)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,999 miles
    Test number
    424824512736
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass111,958 miles (+2,763)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,958 miles
    Test number
    204825716955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass109,195 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    109,195 miles
    Test number
    436232090038
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail109,178 miles (+2,337)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,178 miles
    Test number
    741425721661
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edges

  14. Pass106,841 miles (+2,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    106,841 miles
    Test number
    481486746866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass104,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,073 miles
    Test number
    962344372082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,073 miles (+3,803)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,073 miles
    Test number
    795220853106
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass100,270 miles (+3,530)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    100,270 miles
    Test number
    388232574273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,740 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    96,740 miles
    Test number
    628717683237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,354 miles (+5,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,354 miles
    Test number
    827426482252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass86,947 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    86,947 miles
    Test number
    397042291218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,945 miles (+1,530)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,945 miles
    Test number
    806250791299
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  22. Pass85,415 miles (+4,031)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    85,415 miles
    Test number
    268604551476
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres worn badly on inner edges

  23. Pass81,384 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    81,384 miles
    Test number
    231691660130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail81,384 miles (+4,490)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,384 miles
    Test number
    964589550100
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass76,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    76,894 miles
    Test number
    211756359139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,894 miles (+5,616)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,894 miles
    Test number
    990282359173
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass71,278 miles (+5,785)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    71,278 miles
    Test number
    922263748131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass65,493 miles (+7,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    65,493 miles
    Test number
    141510867106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass57,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,512 miles
    Test number
    932181456173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T122 DOY

Does T122 DOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T122 DOY is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T122 DOY?
The MOT on T122 DOY is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T122 DOY done?
T122 DOY was recorded at 123,492 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 3,406 miles a year.
Has T122 DOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T122 DOY has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T122 DOY 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 T122 DOY find?
T122 DOY passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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