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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T147 SPMMOT history

T147 SPM is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 71,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
71,098 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T147 SPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T147 SPM was last recorded at 71,098 miles on 14 May 2026, 120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,978 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
120 miles
Average per year
2,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,098 miles
  • 2024 – 70,978 miles
  • 2023 – 70,968 miles
  • 2021 – 70,518 miles
  • 2020 – 70,292 miles
  • 2019 – 69,383 miles
  • 2018 – 68,603 miles
  • 2017 – 66,051 miles
  • 2016 – 62,372 miles
  • 2015 – 59,636 miles
  • 2014 – 56,273 miles
  • 2013 – 52,825 miles
  • 2012 – 49,643 miles
  • 2011 – 46,500 miles
  • 2010 – 44,075 miles
  • 2009 – 40,829 miles
  • 2008 – 37,113 miles
  • 2007 – 33,091 miles
  • 2006 – 30,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,098 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened general surface corrosion across suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front chip in windscreen
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,098 miles (+120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    71,098 miles
    Test number
    599020711198
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened general surface corrosion across suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass70,978 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    70,978 miles
    Test number
    305348842056
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on both front lower arms

  3. Pass70,968 miles (+450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,968 miles
    Test number
    651857473015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,518 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,518 miles
    Test number
    289500649054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,292 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,292 miles
    Test number
    644859674928
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail70,292 miles (+909)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,292 miles
    Test number
    343824882985
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,383 miles
    Test number
    303915929324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,383 miles (+780)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,383 miles
    Test number
    887683871561
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,603 miles (+2,552)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,603 miles
    Test number
    720191258629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOsf suspension rubber top mount splitting
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes coated in grease

  10. Pass66,051 miles (+3,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,051 miles
    Test number
    225674044992
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  11. Pass62,372 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,372 miles
    Test number
    300537234618
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail62,371 miles (+2,735)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,371 miles
    Test number
    589387960445
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass59,636 miles (+3,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,636 miles
    Test number
    756707415125
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass56,273 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,273 miles
    Test number
    178279714132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,825 miles
    Test number
    215034513161
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail52,825 miles (+3,182)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,825 miles
    Test number
    176523713126
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass49,643 miles (+3,143)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,643 miles
    Test number
    319365712108
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear top shock mounts seperating

  18. Pass46,500 miles (+2,425)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,500 miles
    Test number
    818726611172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass44,075 miles (+3,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,075 miles
    Test number
    672379510130
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass40,829 miles (+3,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,829 miles
    Test number
    413030729133
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass37,113 miles (+4,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,113 miles
    Test number
    481412118198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass33,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,091 miles
    Test number
    260995517109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,091 miles (+2,629)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,091 miles
    Test number
    414834317144
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass30,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,462 miles
    Test number
    803312326118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T147 SPM

Does T147 SPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T147 SPM is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T147 SPM?
The MOT on T147 SPM is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T147 SPM done?
T147 SPM was recorded at 71,098 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 2,028 miles a year.
Has T147 SPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T147 SPM has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on T147 SPM 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 T147 SPM find?
T147 SPM passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened general surface corrosion across suspension components; nearside front chip in windscreen; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills.

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