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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T131 XAXMOT history

T131 XAX is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 156,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
156,248 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T131 XAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T131 XAX was last recorded at 156,248 miles on 20 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2026: 156,248 miles, lower than 172,108 miles on 2 Oct 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
172,108 miles · 2 Oct 2019
Average per year
3,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,248 miles
  • 2019 – 172,108 miles
  • 2018 – 168,646 miles
  • 2017 – 159,888 miles
  • 2016 – 146,939 miles
  • 2015 – 143,467 miles
  • 2014 – 136,692 miles
  • 2013 – 127,655 miles
  • 2012 – 120,966 miles
  • 2011 – 116,836 miles
  • 2010 – 110,000 miles
  • 2008 – 96,728 miles
  • 2006 – 89,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,248 miles
  • AdvisoryFRONT & REAR SUBFRAMES CORRODED
  • AdvisoryFRONT & REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
  • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST SECTION CORRODED
  • AdvisorySLIGHT LEAK N/S/F SHOCK ABSORBERRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION ON BRAKE PIPES

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front wishbone inner ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both front tyres wearing on edges, o/s/r tyre close to wear indicators

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both front wishbone rear bushes starting to deteriate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Heavy corrosion on both rear suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,248 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    156,248 miles
    Test number
    251648459134
    • AdvisoryFRONT & REAR SUBFRAMES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFRONT & REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST SECTION CORRODED
    • AdvisorySLIGHT LEAK N/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER
    • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION ON BRAKE PIPES

  2. FailMileage not read6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    170574237879
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases hole in rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R TYRE ON LIMIT
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT LEAK N/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER

  3. Pass172,108 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    172,108 miles
    Test number
    347646850720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wishbone inner ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges, o/s/r tyre close to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone rear bushes starting to deteriate
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on both rear suspension arms

  4. Fail172,108 miles (+3,462)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,108 miles
    Test number
    949906624902
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wishbone inner ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges, o/s/r tyre close to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone rear bushes starting to deteriate
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on both rear suspension arms

  5. Pass168,646 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    168,646 miles
    Test number
    619208156781
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wishbones corroded
    • AdvisoryFluctuation o/s/r brake
    • AdvisoryN/s/r metal brake pipe corroded

  6. Fail168,646 miles (+8,758)1 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,646 miles
    Test number
    421490097846
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wishbones corroded
    • AdvisoryFluctuation o/s/r brake
    • AdvisoryN/s/r metal brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre smooth on inner edge

  7. Pass159,888 miles (+12,949)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    159,888 miles
    Test number
    738478888610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass146,939 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    146,939 miles
    Test number
    173534893960
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join after catalyst (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  9. Fail146,936 miles (+3,469)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,936 miles
    Test number
    336933783289
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join after catalyst (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  10. Pass143,467 miles (+6,775)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    143,467 miles
    Test number
    977965455128
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteBoth front lower ball joints have slight play

  11. Pass136,692 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    136,692 miles
    Test number
    107563144155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail136,517 miles (+8,862)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,517 miles
    Test number
    459212634174
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass127,655 miles (+601)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    127,655 miles
    Test number
    219658493012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail127,054 miles (+6,088)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,054 miles
    Test number
    369732993072
    • 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)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass120,966 miles (+3)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    120,966 miles
    Test number
    116254592058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded

  16. Fail120,963 miles (+4,127)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,963 miles
    Test number
    678042572074
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteAir bag mil

  17. Pass116,836 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    116,836 miles
    Test number
    478617271034
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake disc`s swept area considerably reduced by corrosion.

  18. Fail116,836 miles (+6,836)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,836 miles
    Test number
    737637071021
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake disc`s swept area considerably reduced by corrosion.

  19. Pass110,000 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    110,000 miles
    Test number
    220007550049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r handbrake outer casing starting to crack

  20. Fail109,997 miles (+13,269)7 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,997 miles
    Test number
    952216950001
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteOff side front disc corroded.
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  21. Pass96,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    96,728 miles
    Test number
    263831978003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail96,728 miles (+7,605)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,728 miles
    Test number
    531841378020
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass89,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    363177656479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T131 XAX

Does T131 XAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T131 XAX is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T131 XAX?
The MOT on T131 XAX is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T131 XAX done?
T131 XAX was recorded at 156,248 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 3,411 miles a year.
Has T131 XAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T131 XAX has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T131 XAX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T131 XAX find?
T131 XAX passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front & rear subframes corroded; front & rear suspension components corroded; rear exhaust section corroded, and 2 more.

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