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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T166 MECMOT history

T166 MEC is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
89,493 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T166 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T166 MEC was last recorded at 89,493 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 1,287 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,206 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,287 miles
Average per year
2,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,493 miles
  • 2025 – 88,206 miles
  • 2023 – 86,874 miles
  • 2022 – 84,978 miles
  • 2021 – 82,572 miles
  • 2020 – 79,884 miles
  • 2019 – 77,872 miles
  • 2018 – 76,032 miles
  • 2017 – 73,107 miles
  • 2016 – 72,811 miles
  • 2015 – 69,516 miles
  • 2014 – 67,025 miles
  • 2013 – 66,269 miles
  • 2011 – 65,399 miles
  • 2010 – 64,386 miles
  • 2009 – 62,020 miles
  • 2008 – 59,124 miles
  • 2007 – 56,829 miles
  • 2006 – 41,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,493 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on offside rear outer sill

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • REAR SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,493 miles (+1,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    721364702664
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on offside rear outer sill

  2. Pass88,206 miles (+1,332)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    88,206 miles
    Test number
    842208970576
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  3. Pass86,874 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    86,874 miles
    Test number
    786706909576
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  4. Fail86,874 miles (+1,896)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,874 miles
    Test number
    204291218067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached detached from anti roll bar (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  5. Pass84,978 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,978 miles
    Test number
    623002190768
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail84,974 miles (+2,402)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,974 miles
    Test number
    333803252463
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass82,572 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    82,572 miles
    Test number
    778442484725
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP AND SPARE WHEEL HOLDER RUSTY...
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE FRONT FLOOR PAN AREA RUSTY...
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...

  8. Fail82,572 miles (+2,688)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,572 miles
    Test number
    439988265743
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached DROP LINK... (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP AND SPARE WHEEL HOLDER RUSTY...
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE FRONT FLOOR PAN AREA RUSTY...
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...

  9. Pass79,884 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,884 miles
    Test number
    411572983871
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IN OFFSIDE FRONT SILL PANEL...
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE JOINT... (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP RUSTY...
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...

  10. Fail79,880 miles (+2,008)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,880 miles
    Test number
    565963727383
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) contaminated BROKEN UP AND NOT FIXED TO PAD BACKING PLATE... (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IN OFFSIDE FRONT SILL PANEL...
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE JOINT... (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP RUSTY...
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION ARMS RUSTY...

  11. Pass77,872 miles (+6)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    77,872 miles
    Test number
    450572145083
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail77,866 miles (+1,834)7 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,866 miles
    Test number
    763601577822
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass76,032 miles (+2,925)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,032 miles
    Test number
    888234488795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,107 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,107 miles
    Test number
    482777598733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,811 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,811 miles
    Test number
    331548449698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail72,808 miles (+3,292)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,808 miles
    Test number
    873848746803
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass69,516 miles (+2,491)11 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    69,516 miles
    Test number
    148421415192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cracks in tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has nail and cracks in tread
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake cable casing broken

  18. Pass67,025 miles8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,025 miles
    Test number
    749266204174
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel tank straps slightly corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front steering and suspension components
    • NoteWindscreen scratched

  19. Fail67,025 miles (+756)1 failure8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,025 miles
    Test number
    738676004193
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel tank straps slightly corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front steering and suspension components
    • NoteWindscreen scratched

  20. Pass66,269 miles (+870)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,269 miles
    Test number
    468105303178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,399 miles (+1,013)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    65,399 miles
    Test number
    517459771202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront discs corroded on inner

  22. Pass64,386 miles (+2,366)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,386 miles
    Test number
    621729970201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,020 miles (+2,896)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    62,020 miles
    Test number
    524788569273
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass59,124 miles (+2,295)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    59,124 miles
    Test number
    243131288293
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass56,829 miles (+5,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    56,829 miles
    Test number
    462936117388
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass51,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,471 miles
    Test number
    720371477004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail51,471 miles (+10,094)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,471 miles
    Test number
    550211577056
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass41,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,377 miles
    Test number
    751735256016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T166 MEC

Does T166 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T166 MEC is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T166 MEC?
The MOT on T166 MEC is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T166 MEC done?
T166 MEC was recorded at 89,493 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 2,409 miles a year.
Has T166 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T166 MEC has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T166 MEC 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 T166 MEC find?
T166 MEC passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; fuel tank straps corroded; surface corrosion on offside rear outer sill.

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