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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T16 CERMOT history

T16 CER is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 61,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
61,901 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 CER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 CER was last recorded at 61,901 miles on 13 May 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 May 2016: 60,471 miles, lower than 60,642 miles on 14 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
61,880 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
1,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,901 miles
  • 2025 – 61,880 miles
  • 2023 – 61,813 miles
  • 2021 – 61,706 miles
  • 2020 – 61,614 miles
  • 2019 – 61,370 miles
  • 2018 – 61,293 miles
  • 2017 – 60,852 miles
  • 2016 – 60,471 miles
  • 2015 – 60,244 miles
  • 2014 – 59,043 miles
  • 2013 – 53,216 miles
  • 2012 – 49,192 miles
  • 2011 – 46,021 miles
  • 2010 – 43,312 miles
  • 2009 – 39,883 miles
  • 2008 – 36,543 miles
  • 2007 – 32,469 miles
  • 2006 – 27,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,901 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass61,901 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    61,901 miles
    Test number
    462467588073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass61,880 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    61,880 miles
    Test number
    892462741164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass61,813 miles (+107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    61,813 miles
    Test number
    927923101194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass61,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,706 miles
    Test number
    685523035595
    • AdvisoryLoose floormat removed from behind pedals
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail61,706 miles (+92)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,706 miles
    Test number
    514742716683
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLoose floormat removed from behind pedals
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass61,614 miles (+244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,614 miles
    Test number
    529069847336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass61,370 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    61,370 miles
    Test number
    524330226209
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edge

  8. Pass61,293 miles (+441)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,293 miles
    Test number
    499554456975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  9. Pass60,852 miles (+381)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,852 miles
    Test number
    628125486488
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel tight when rotated slight bind
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass60,471 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,471 miles
    Test number
    131413705588
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres nearing wear indicators
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine air pump mounts split
    • AdvisoryOffside front steering arm has free play under load
    • AdvisoryRear axle top support mount deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate becoming unstuck

  11. Fail60,471 miles (-171)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,471 miles
    Test number
    441223014403
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres nearing wear indicators
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine air pump mounts split
    • AdvisoryOffside front steering arm has free play under load
    • AdvisoryRear axle top support mount deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate becoming unstuck

  12. Fail60,642 miles (+398)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,642 miles
    Test number
    329281351747
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFront Washers need cleaning
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner egde (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear axle top mounting starting to unbond

  13. Pass60,244 miles (+1,201)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,244 miles
    Test number
    648139295058
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension wishbone rear bushes deteriorating
    • NoteBoth front tyres becoming worn on inner edges
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteEngine air pump insecure
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFuel tank support strap secure but has side to side movement
    • NoteOffside steering arm has free play under load

  14. Pass59,043 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    59,043 miles
    Test number
    729249594034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAir pump under bonnet insecure/mounts deteriated
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly wearing on edges and offside front outer wall slight cuts in wall
    • NoteOffside rear outer brake pad slight wear

  15. Fail59,043 miles (+5,827)1 failure8 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,043 miles
    Test number
    965399994065
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAir pump under bonnet insecure/mounts deteriated
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre valves cracking
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall slight cuts and tyre tred slightly wearing on edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre valve cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly wearing on edges

  16. Pass53,216 miles (+4,024)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,216 miles
    Test number
    545478293032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear tyres slight wear to egdea
    • NoteNearside rear and both front tyre valves deteriation

  17. Pass49,192 miles (+3,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,192 miles
    Test number
    825194092017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass46,021 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,021 miles
    Test number
    776737691043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,987 miles (+2,675)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,987 miles
    Test number
    438661991010
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass43,312 miles (+3,429)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,312 miles
    Test number
    544831590054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,883 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,883 miles
    Test number
    674561599086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,543 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,543 miles
    Test number
    602271608194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,469 miles (+5,436)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,469 miles
    Test number
    964992907162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,033 miles
    Test number
    183760796414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 CER

Does T16 CER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 CER is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 CER?
The MOT on T16 CER is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 CER done?
T16 CER was recorded at 61,901 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 1,733 miles a year.
Has T16 CER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 CER has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T16 CER ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T16 CER find?
T16 CER passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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