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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T138 BGMMOT history

T138 BGM is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 97,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2026
Mileage
97,516 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T138 BGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T138 BGM was last recorded at 97,516 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Dec 2006: 28,652 miles, lower than 37,373 miles on 15 Nov 2005.

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
96,829 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
687 miles
Average per year
2,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,516 miles
  • 2025 – 96,829 miles
  • 2024 – 96,769 miles
  • 2023 – 96,403 miles
  • 2021 – 96,391 miles
  • 2019 – 95,622 miles
  • 2018 – 92,852 miles
  • 2017 – 89,107 miles
  • 2016 – 87,931 miles
  • 2015 – 87,058 miles
  • 2014 – 86,075 miles
  • 2013 – 85,179 miles
  • 2012 – 83,733 miles
  • 2011 – 80,170 miles
  • 2010 – 67,941 miles
  • 2008 – 60,854 miles
  • 2007 – 50,899 miles
  • 2006 – 28,652 miles
  • 2005 – 37,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,516 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at pump (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing unable to be checked due to bind
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing unable to be checked due to bind
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing unable to be checked due to bind
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoolant low
  • AdvisoryEngine oil low

What MOT failures 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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail97,516 miles (+687)1 dangerous9 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,516 miles
    Test number
    465960914938
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing unable to be checked due to bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing unable to be checked due to bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing unable to be checked due to bind
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  2. Pass96,829 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    96,829 miles
    Test number
    920751909466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail96,828 miles (+59)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,828 miles
    Test number
    530590892610
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail96,769 miles (+366)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,769 miles
    Test number
    150856244090
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass96,403 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,403 miles
    Test number
    288768842940
    • AdvisoryCentral undebody coated with sealant
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant leak

  6. Fail96,391 miles (+769)12 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,391 miles
    Test number
    448592527842
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass95,622 miles (+2,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,622 miles
    Test number
    523334047467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass92,852 miles (+3,745)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,852 miles
    Test number
    864914009593
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass89,107 miles (+181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,107 miles
    Test number
    596215350576
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Fail88,926 miles (+995)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,926 miles
    Test number
    462248207308
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar inappropriately repaired Not fitted correctly (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced low reading (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass87,931 miles (+873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    87,931 miles
    Test number
    491411243700
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass87,058 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,058 miles
    Test number
    766900175164
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrakepipes coated in grease
    • NoteO/s/r axle bush poorly fitted

  13. Fail87,058 miles (+983)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,058 miles
    Test number
    325548765122
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrakepipes coated in grease
    • NoteO/s/r axle bush poorly fitted

  14. Pass86,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,075 miles
    Test number
    276501584194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,075 miles (+896)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,075 miles
    Test number
    418471674103
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass85,179 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    85,179 miles
    Test number
    379554593000
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll break pipes covered at time of test
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  17. Fail85,179 miles (+1,446)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,179 miles
    Test number
    396013893019
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll break pipes covered at time of test
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  18. Pass83,733 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,733 miles
    Test number
    545686972013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,723 miles (+3,553)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,723 miles
    Test number
    769485272097
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass80,170 miles (+12,229)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,170 miles
    Test number
    186915471477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,941 miles
    Test number
    230282320039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail67,941 miles (+7,087)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,941 miles
    Test number
    630078400053
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass60,854 miles (+6)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    60,854 miles
    Test number
    382603848338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S/F AND O/S/F TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGES
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Fail60,848 miles (+9,949)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,848 miles
    Test number
    491779838406
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT WIPERS SPLIT
    • NoteN/S/F AND O/S/F TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGES
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass50,899 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    50,899 miles
    Test number
    270720247362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,892 miles (+22,240)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,892 miles
    Test number
    593129537341
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  27. Pass28,652 miles (-8,721)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    28,652 miles
    Test number
    471670946431
    • NoteFront tyres bald on inner edges and perished
    • NoteOffside front shock leaking

  28. Pass37,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,373 miles
    Test number
    431069615348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail37,373 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,373 miles
    Test number
    393956615393
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T138 BGM

Does T138 BGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T138 BGM expired on 16 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T138 BGM?
The MOT on T138 BGM expired on 16 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T138 BGM done?
T138 BGM was recorded at 97,516 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 2,967 miles a year.
Has T138 BGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T138 BGM has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T138 BGM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Dec 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T138 BGM find?
T138 BGM failed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 17 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; bonnet primary retaining device ineffective; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 24 more.

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