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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T142 LOPMOT history

T142 LOP is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 43,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
43,657 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
905 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T142 LOP
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
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T142 LOP was last recorded at 43,657 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,657 miles · 3 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
905 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,657 miles
  • 2024 – 43,321 miles
  • 2023 – 42,949 miles
  • 2022 – 42,608 miles
  • 2018 – 41,758 miles
  • 2017 – 40,996 miles
  • 2016 – 40,455 miles
  • 2015 – 39,947 miles
  • 2014 – 39,073 miles
  • 2013 – 37,388 miles
  • 2012 – 35,358 miles
  • 2011 – 34,562 miles
  • 2010 – 33,667 miles
  • 2009 – 32,092 miles
  • 2008 – 30,430 miles
  • 2007 – 28,770 miles
  • 2006 – 25,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,657 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,657 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    43,657 miles
    Test number
    122232371748
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail43,657 miles (+336)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,657 miles
    Test number
    342378269220
    • MajorCentral Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements won't remain on when pressed (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass43,321 miles (+372)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    43,321 miles
    Test number
    439146385445
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Washer jet blocked

  4. Pass42,949 miles (+341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    42,949 miles
    Test number
    584068617322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass42,608 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    42,608 miles
    Test number
    120409715030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail42,608 miles (+850)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,608 miles
    Test number
    326729151923
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device ineffective Track Rod End Locking Nut (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass41,758 miles (+762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    41,758 miles
    Test number
    509513567067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass40,996 miles (+541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    40,996 miles
    Test number
    779038058223
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine sump gasket and rear diff

  9. Pass40,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,455 miles
    Test number
    633195416017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,455 miles (+508)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,455 miles
    Test number
    251027321335
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Pass39,947 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,947 miles
    Test number
    489590285048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,073 miles (+1,685)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,073 miles
    Test number
    619590474083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,388 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,388 miles
    Test number
    179844363085
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail37,388 miles (+2,030)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,388 miles
    Test number
    297004363046
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass35,358 miles (+796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,358 miles
    Test number
    758537772092
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass34,562 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,562 miles
    Test number
    168804261006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,667 miles (+1,575)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,667 miles
    Test number
    892885560029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,092 miles (+1,662)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,092 miles
    Test number
    612133979070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,430 miles (+35)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,430 miles
    Test number
    144467678421
    • NoteMovement @ o/s and n/s lower balljoint retaining clasps.

  20. Fail30,395 miles (+1,625)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,395 miles
    Test number
    184410178015
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteMovement @ o/s and n/s lower balljoint retaining clasps.

  21. Pass28,770 miles (+3,341)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,770 miles
    Test number
    130235887027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,429 miles
    Test number
    914719736128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T142 LOP

Does T142 LOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T142 LOP is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T142 LOP?
The MOT on T142 LOP is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T142 LOP done?
T142 LOP was recorded at 43,657 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 905 miles a year.
Has T142 LOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T142 LOP has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T142 LOP 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 T142 LOP find?
T142 LOP passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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