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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T151 BFJMOT history

T151 BFJ is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
89,651 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T151 BFJ
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
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T151 BFJ was last recorded at 89,651 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,229 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
422 miles
Average per year
1,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,651 miles
  • 2025 – 89,229 miles
  • 2024 – 88,643 miles
  • 2023 – 88,063 miles
  • 2022 – 87,279 miles
  • 2021 – 86,665 miles
  • 2020 – 86,421 miles
  • 2019 – 85,949 miles
  • 2018 – 85,437 miles
  • 2017 – 84,222 miles
  • 2016 – 82,720 miles
  • 2015 – 81,252 miles
  • 2014 – 80,132 miles
  • 2013 – 78,064 miles
  • 2012 – 75,921 miles
  • 2011 – 74,026 miles
  • 2010 – 71,838 miles
  • 2009 – 68,894 miles
  • 2008 – 66,611 miles
  • 2007 – 63,974 miles
  • 2006 – 61,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,651 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,651 miles (+422)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    89,651 miles
    Test number
    181692483701
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass89,229 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    89,229 miles
    Test number
    774322360682
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail89,228 miles (+585)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,228 miles
    Test number
    930362590025
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,643 miles (+580)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    229632458861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,063 miles (+784)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,063 miles
    Test number
    482112051585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass87,279 miles (+614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,279 miles
    Test number
    531548614171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass86,665 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,665 miles
    Test number
    163855661779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,421 miles (+472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,421 miles
    Test number
    278223000709
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass85,949 miles (+512)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,949 miles
    Test number
    915643928902
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass85,437 miles (+1,215)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,437 miles
    Test number
    411890139253
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass84,222 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,222 miles
    Test number
    265225862361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,720 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,720 miles
    Test number
    929393839641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,252 miles (+1,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,252 miles
    Test number
    477007035269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass80,132 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,132 miles
    Test number
    276554544271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre brake light inop

  15. Fail80,131 miles (+2,067)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,131 miles
    Test number
    258581744264
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre brake light inop

  16. Pass78,064 miles (+2,143)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,064 miles
    Test number
    335172243240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,921 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,921 miles
    Test number
    369081202216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail75,921 miles (+1,895)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,921 miles
    Test number
    499191102299
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass74,026 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,026 miles
    Test number
    866948501261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,838 miles (+2,944)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,838 miles
    Test number
    201553680457
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass68,894 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    68,894 miles
    Test number
    941071289144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,611 miles (+2,637)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    66,611 miles
    Test number
    550296178184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  23. Fail63,974 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,974 miles
    Test number
    202181877167
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass63,974 miles (+2,453)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    63,974 miles
    Test number
    331041377139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    61,521 miles
    Test number
    832607376156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T151 BFJ

Does T151 BFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T151 BFJ is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T151 BFJ?
The MOT on T151 BFJ is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T151 BFJ done?
T151 BFJ was recorded at 89,651 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 1,391 miles a year.
Has T151 BFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T151 BFJ has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T151 BFJ 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 T151 BFJ find?
T151 BFJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 8 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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