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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

T180 VAPMOT history

T180 VAP is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 45,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
45,621 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T180 VAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T180 VAP was last recorded at 45,621 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,318 miles · 1 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
303 miles
Average per year
445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,621 miles
  • 2025 – 45,318 miles
  • 2024 – 45,094 miles
  • 2023 – 45,063 miles
  • 2021 – 44,687 miles
  • 2020 – 44,625 miles
  • 2019 – 44,221 miles
  • 2018 – 43,730 miles
  • 2017 – 42,322 miles
  • 2016 – 41,543 miles
  • 2015 – 40,977 miles
  • 2014 – 40,252 miles
  • 2011 – 40,141 miles
  • 2008 – 38,779 miles
  • 2007 – 37,113 miles
  • 2006 – 37,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,621 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All, Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded.Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rods both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,621 miles (+303)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    801673749748
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All, Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded.

  2. Pass45,318 miles (+224)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    45,318 miles
    Test number
    487437703850
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded.

  3. Pass45,094 miles (+31)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    45,094 miles
    Test number
    469022344088
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded.

  4. Pass45,063 miles (+376)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    45,063 miles
    Test number
    724364863715
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded.

  5. Pass44,687 miles (+62)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    44,687 miles
    Test number
    667623173744
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rods (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded.

  6. Pass44,625 miles (+404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    44,625 miles
    Test number
    349602759223
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rods both sides (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded.

  7. Pass44,221 miles (+491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,221 miles
    Test number
    279541987945
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rods both sides (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded.

  8. Pass43,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    43,730 miles
    Test number
    689754678736
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rods both sides (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded

  9. Fail43,730 miles (+1,408)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,730 miles
    Test number
    680295679943
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rods both sides (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking/exhaust components are slightly corroded

  10. Pass42,322 miles (+779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,322 miles
    Test number
    937154161186
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

  11. Pass41,543 miles (+566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,543 miles
    Test number
    830880098088
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass40,977 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,977 miles
    Test number
    179207195405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,252 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,252 miles
    Test number
    248645404403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,141 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,141 miles
    Test number
    258105401147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,779 miles (+1,666)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,779 miles
    Test number
    324519378066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,113 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    37,113 miles
    Test number
    480100837001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    37,038 miles
    Test number
    963933896244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,038 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,038 miles
    Test number
    724769186222
    • FailureNearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T180 VAP

Does T180 VAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T180 VAP is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T180 VAP?
The MOT on T180 VAP is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T180 VAP done?
T180 VAP was recorded at 45,621 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 445 miles a year.
Has T180 VAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T180 VAP has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on T180 VAP 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 T180 VAP find?
T180 VAP passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, front to rear; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides, and 2 more.

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