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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T179 VAVMOT history

T179 VAV is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 81,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,027 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 VAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T179 VAV was last recorded at 81,027 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 3,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,014 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,013 miles
Average per year
1,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,027 miles
  • 2025 – 78,014 miles
  • 2024 – 75,591 miles
  • 2023 – 74,735 miles
  • 2022 – 74,635 miles
  • 2021 – 71,451 miles
  • 2019 – 71,340 miles
  • 2018 – 71,094 miles
  • 2017 – 70,811 miles
  • 2016 – 70,475 miles
  • 2015 – 70,181 miles
  • 2014 – 69,129 miles
  • 2013 – 67,371 miles
  • 2012 – 66,940 miles
  • 2011 – 66,479 miles
  • 2010 – 65,911 miles
  • 2009 – 65,591 miles
  • 2008 – 64,793 miles
  • 2007 – 62,046 miles
  • 2006 – 57,856 miles
  • 2005 – 56,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,027 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Fuel tank straps corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,027 miles (+3,013)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,027 miles
    Test number
    581626418683
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass78,014 miles (+2,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    78,014 miles
    Test number
    523783250249
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion near front lower sill edges at both side fronts

  3. Pass75,591 miles (+856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,591 miles
    Test number
    415023908592
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps/supports corroded

  4. Pass74,735 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,735 miles
    Test number
    505972946580
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded.

  5. Pass74,635 miles (+3,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    74,635 miles
    Test number
    248681563166
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both at rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps are corroded

  6. Pass71,451 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,451 miles
    Test number
    313961051931
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deterioated
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded.

  7. Fail71,450 miles (+110)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,450 miles
    Test number
    733182478458
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached bolt insecure as marked. (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deterioated
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded.

  8. Pass71,340 miles (+246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,340 miles
    Test number
    783436176007
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  9. Pass71,094 miles (+283)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,094 miles
    Test number
    352009453476
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  10. Pass70,811 miles (+336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,811 miles
    Test number
    584217195343
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all ferrules on vehicle (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Pass70,475 miles (+294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,475 miles
    Test number
    947518556079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass70,181 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,181 miles
    Test number
    514234786594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail70,179 miles (+1,050)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,179 miles
    Test number
    288045236750
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass69,129 miles (+1,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,129 miles
    Test number
    378435544278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass67,371 miles (+431)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,371 miles
    Test number
    119910663244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outerskins corroded however not causing a leak of exhaust gases

  16. Pass66,940 miles (+461)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,940 miles
    Test number
    835453662231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteRear exhaust system deteriorated

  17. Pass66,479 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,479 miles
    Test number
    325845861288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  18. Fail66,477 miles (+566)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,477 miles
    Test number
    315532561274
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Pass65,911 miles (+320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,911 miles
    Test number
    412830160294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass65,591 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,591 miles
    Test number
    360841459424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,589 miles (+796)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,589 miles
    Test number
    904400759260
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass64,793 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,793 miles
    Test number
    480941368225
    • NoteRear axle carrier bushes collapsed. Metal brake pipes corroded. N/S handbrake cable outer corroded.

  23. Fail64,793 miles (+2,747)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,793 miles
    Test number
    272500068228
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • NoteRear axle carrier bushes collapsed. Metal brake pipes corroded. N/S handbrake cable outer corroded.

  24. Pass62,046 miles (+4,190)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    62,046 miles
    Test number
    320959547464
    • NoteAll tyres on 3mm
    • NoteMetal brake pipes on o/s/r and n/s/r wishbones are corroding.

  25. Pass57,856 miles (+1,542)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    57,856 miles
    Test number
    373117556257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    453825835388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T179 VAV

Does T179 VAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T179 VAV is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T179 VAV?
The MOT on T179 VAV is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T179 VAV done?
T179 VAV was recorded at 81,027 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 1,220 miles a year.
Has T179 VAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 VAV has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T179 VAV 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 T179 VAV find?
T179 VAV passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer; rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair, and 2 more.

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