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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T164 SPJMOT history

T164 SPJ is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 108,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
108,298 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T164 SPJ
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
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T164 SPJ was last recorded at 108,298 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,298 miles · 28 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,298 miles
  • 2025 – 103,043 miles
  • 2024 – 98,396 miles
  • 2023 – 96,435 miles
  • 2022 – 96,097 miles
  • 2021 – 95,790 miles
  • 2020 – 95,174 miles
  • 2019 – 94,744 miles
  • 2018 – 92,964 miles
  • 2017 – 91,463 miles
  • 2016 – 89,480 miles
  • 2015 – 84,964 miles
  • 2014 – 83,678 miles
  • 2013 – 82,276 miles
  • 2012 – 81,264 miles
  • 2011 – 80,145 miles
  • 2010 – 79,291 miles
  • 2009 – 77,364 miles
  • 2007 – 67,817 miles
  • 2006 – 66,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,298 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,298 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    108,298 miles
    Test number
    482200107417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail108,298 miles (+5,255)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,298 miles
    Test number
    299976168081
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,043 miles (+4,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,043 miles
    Test number
    945538546342
    • AdvisoryBeam deflectors fitted

  4. Pass98,396 miles (+1,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    98,396 miles
    Test number
    520642950290
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,435 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    96,435 miles
    Test number
    299886610364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,097 miles (+307)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    96,097 miles
    Test number
    811735402777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,790 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    95,790 miles
    Test number
    488621429873
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroding

  8. Fail95,790 miles (+616)9 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,790 miles
    Test number
    595053723544
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to the right (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to the right (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroding

  9. Pass95,174 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    95,174 miles
    Test number
    711920514192
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Handbrake cable outer sheath cracked cable still operational

  10. Fail95,174 miles (+430)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,174 miles
    Test number
    764823425643
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Handbrake cable outer sheath cracked cable still operational

  11. Pass94,744 miles (+1,780)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    94,744 miles
    Test number
    200897333014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,964 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,964 miles
    Test number
    994678034950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail92,963 miles (+1,500)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,963 miles
    Test number
    604955524354
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass91,463 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,463 miles
    Test number
    140280470987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded. The rear silencer is also holed and leaking
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brakes would benefit from some attention as there is a slight difference in the increase/decrease rate
    • AdvisoryHigh level stoplight is not working
    • AdvisoryNearside outer door handle would benefit from some attention as it sometimes sticks

  15. Fail91,452 miles (+1,972)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,452 miles
    Test number
    140842336193
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded. The rear silencer is also holed and leaking
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brakes would benefit from some attention as there is a slight difference in the increase/decrease rate
    • AdvisoryHigh level stoplight is not working
    • AdvisoryNearside outer door handle would benefit from some attention as it sometimes sticks

  16. Pass89,480 miles (+4,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,480 miles
    Test number
    219847751330
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail84,964 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,964 miles
    Test number
    315251865095
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass84,964 miles (+1,286)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,964 miles
    Test number
    655051365031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    83,678 miles
    Test number
    567485954067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,678 miles (+1,402)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,678 miles
    Test number
    598405154067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass82,276 miles (+1,012)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,276 miles
    Test number
    378410063028
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAir bag warning light is on

  22. Pass81,264 miles (+1,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    81,264 miles
    Test number
    926300162032
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass80,145 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    80,145 miles
    Test number
    568565641033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail79,291 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,291 miles
    Test number
    500103250017
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  25. Pass79,291 miles (+1,927)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    79,291 miles
    Test number
    902103450082
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  26. Pass77,364 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    77,364 miles
    Test number
    114624049052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,307 miles (+9,490)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,307 miles
    Test number
    532372349015
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  28. Pass67,817 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,817 miles
    Test number
    153496577465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag warning light staying on.

  29. Fail67,817 miles (+822)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,817 miles
    Test number
    190716977401
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag warning light staying on.

  30. Pass66,995 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,995 miles
    Test number
    344237766013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail66,995 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,995 miles
    Test number
    624127966096
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T164 SPJ

Does T164 SPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T164 SPJ is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T164 SPJ?
The MOT on T164 SPJ is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T164 SPJ done?
T164 SPJ was recorded at 108,298 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 2,015 miles a year.
Has T164 SPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T164 SPJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T164 SPJ 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 T164 SPJ find?
T164 SPJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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