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BMW Z3

White · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T178 CFGMOT history

T178 CFG is a white petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 98,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
98,537 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T178 CFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T178 CFG was last recorded at 98,537 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 849 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Apr 2008: 60,276 miles, lower than 60,370 miles on 2 Apr 2007.

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
97,688 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
849 miles
Average per year
2,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,537 miles
  • 2025 – 97,688 miles
  • 2024 – 96,332 miles
  • 2021 – 95,366 miles
  • 2020 – 94,816 miles
  • 2019 – 94,058 miles
  • 2018 – 93,535 miles
  • 2017 – 92,884 miles
  • 2016 – 91,989 miles
  • 2015 – 90,765 miles
  • 2014 – 87,759 miles
  • 2013 – 85,683 miles
  • 2011 – 78,604 miles
  • 2010 – 74,763 miles
  • 2009 – 69,915 miles
  • 2008 – 60,276 miles
  • 2007 – 60,370 miles
  • 2006 – 51,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,537 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    98,537 miles
    Test number
    572999815665
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail98,537 miles (+849)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,537 miles
    Test number
    781987022657
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass97,688 miles (+1,356)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,688 miles
    Test number
    117072937883
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,332 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    96,332 miles
    Test number
    213223771956
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail96,331 miles (+965)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,331 miles
    Test number
    436362065234
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake very little effort 17%
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass95,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,366 miles
    Test number
    726954878837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,365 miles (+549)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,365 miles
    Test number
    632360624859
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass94,816 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    94,816 miles
    Test number
    739051998717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,058 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,058 miles
    Test number
    527676592610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,047 miles (+512)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,047 miles
    Test number
    845231673780
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  11. Pass93,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,535 miles
    Test number
    255253395595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,535 miles (+651)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,535 miles
    Test number
    414288396533
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass92,884 miles (+895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    92,884 miles
    Test number
    373310490765
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass91,989 miles (+1,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    91,989 miles
    Test number
    363923462925
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to excess (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  15. Pass90,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    90,765 miles
    Test number
    325932895059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,765 miles (+3,006)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,765 miles
    Test number
    876632195034
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail87,759 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,759 miles
    Test number
    115095084021
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  18. Pass87,759 miles (+2,076)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    87,759 miles
    Test number
    728085684073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,683 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,683 miles
    Test number
    139355583448
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail85,683 miles (+7,079)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,683 miles
    Test number
    929895383046
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass78,604 miles (+3,841)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    78,604 miles
    Test number
    316486081414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,763 miles (+4,848)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    74,763 miles
    Test number
    560212690221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,915 miles
    Test number
    152858069110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,915 miles (+9,639)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,915 miles
    Test number
    830733569147
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass60,276 miles (-94)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,276 miles
    Test number
    760456608103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,370 miles (+8,494)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    60,370 miles
    Test number
    261492697064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,876 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    264394456010
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear on the inside edges

Questions about T178 CFG

Does T178 CFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T178 CFG is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T178 CFG?
The MOT on T178 CFG is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T178 CFG done?
T178 CFG was recorded at 98,537 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 2,317 miles a year.
Has T178 CFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T178 CFG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T178 CFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T178 CFG find?
T178 CFG passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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