BMW Z3
Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc
T174 SPJMOT history
T174 SPJ is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 140,354 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 13 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 140,354 mi
- At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 17 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 4,132 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T174 SPJ
- 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 13 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 12 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T174 SPJ was last recorded at 140,354 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 306 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 140,048 miles · 11 Jun 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 306 miles
- Average per year
- 4,132 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 140,354 miles
- 2025 – 140,048 miles
- 2024 – 137,891 miles
- 2023 – 135,720 miles
- 2022 – 132,453 miles
- 2021 – 129,866 miles
- 2019 – 126,758 miles
- 2018 – 121,186 miles
- 2016 – 117,345 miles
- 2015 – 116,365 miles
- 2014 – 112,558 miles
- 2013 – 107,500 miles
- 2012 – 96,952 miles
- 2011 – 86,501 miles
- 2010 – 78,791 miles
- 2009 – 69,178 miles
- 2005 – 55,762 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass140,354 miles
- AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside outer sill cover corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
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 Road wheel slightly distorted
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025
Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Service brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Full MOT history
26 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass140,354 miles (+306)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 140,354 miles
- Test number
- 745029424731
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside outer sill cover corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass140,048 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 140,048 miles
- Test number
- 491645425189
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryN/s sill cover corroded
Fail140,045 miles (+2,154)3 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,045 miles
- Test number
- 579839419980
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryN/s sill cover corroded
Pass137,891 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 137,891 miles
- Test number
- 643048103470
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail137,887 miles (+1)1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,887 miles
- Test number
- 139931712103
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail137,886 miles (+2,166)8 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,886 miles
- Test number
- 621021979906
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens crazed (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeavy surface rust on underside of vehicle
Pass135,720 miles (+18)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 135,720 miles
- Test number
- 424895266626
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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))
Fail135,702 miles (+3,249)4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,702 miles
- Test number
- 439117366895
- MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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))
Pass132,453 miles (+2,587)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 132,453 miles
- Test number
- 632309342332
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Pass129,866 miles (+3,108)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 129,866 miles
- Test number
- 239471225768
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass126,758 miles (+138)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 126,758 miles
- Test number
- 725031884671
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts ans o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNoise from o/s/r wheel when turned, possibly handbrake shoe spring
Fail126,620 miles (+5,434)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,620 miles
- Test number
- 774397009361
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides, left hand drive headlamps fitted (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts ans o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNoise from o/s/r wheel when turned, possibly handbrake shoe spring
Pass121,186 miles (+3,841)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 121,186 miles
- Test number
- 195768418146
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass117,345 miles (+980)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 117,345 miles
- Test number
- 241085654412
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass116,365 miles (+3,807)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 116,365 miles
- Test number
- 717753675114
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass112,558 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 May 2015
- Odometer
- 112,558 miles
- Test number
- 425381044195
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail112,558 miles (+5,058)4 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,558 miles
- Test number
- 776771244175
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass107,500 miles (+358)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 107,500 miles
- Test number
- 157858163297
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteBeam benders fitted
Fail107,142 miles (+10,190)3 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,142 miles
- Test number
- 267236853251
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteOil leak
Pass96,952 miles1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 96,952 miles
- Test number
- 148082962213
- DangerousOil leak
Fail96,952 miles (+10,451)1 dangerous1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,952 miles
- Test number
- 286992662260
- DangerousOil leak
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Pass86,501 miles (+4)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 86,501 miles
- Test number
- 396404891482
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail86,497 miles (+7,706)7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,497 miles
- Test number
- 689351691264
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Pass78,791 miles (+9,613)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 78,791 miles
- Test number
- 443641980296
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass69,178 miles (+13,416)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 69,178 miles
- Test number
- 224771289277
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass55,762 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2006
- Odometer
- 55,762 miles
- Test number
- 744835155358
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T174 SPJ
- Does T174 SPJ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T174 SPJ is valid until 13 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T174 SPJ?
- The MOT on T174 SPJ is valid until 13 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T174 SPJ done?
- T174 SPJ was recorded at 140,354 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 4,132 miles a year.
- Has T174 SPJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T174 SPJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
- Has the mileage on T174 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 T174 SPJ find?
- T174 SPJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: coolant leak; nearside outer sill cover corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.
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