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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T185 UYAMOT history

T185 UYA is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 96,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
96,592 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T185 UYA
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
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T185 UYA was last recorded at 96,592 miles on 7 May 2026, 100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,492 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
100 miles
Average per year
2,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,592 miles
  • 2025 – 96,492 miles
  • 2024 – 96,461 miles
  • 2023 – 95,397 miles
  • 2022 – 94,475 miles
  • 2020 – 94,371 miles
  • 2019 – 93,805 miles
  • 2018 – 93,317 miles
  • 2017 – 92,616 miles
  • 2016 – 91,896 miles
  • 2015 – 91,068 miles
  • 2014 – 89,674 miles
  • 2013 – 88,348 miles
  • 2012 – 87,651 miles
  • 2011 – 86,388 miles
  • 2010 – 82,983 miles
  • 2009 – 75,438 miles
  • 2008 – 65,497 miles
  • 2007 – 63,698 miles
  • 2006 – 57,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,592 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s rear outer sill panels

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,592 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,592 miles
    Test number
    320684256417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,492 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    96,492 miles
    Test number
    787443836383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,461 miles (+1,064)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    96,461 miles
    Test number
    280673434889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,397 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    95,397 miles
    Test number
    908789281462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,475 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    94,475 miles
    Test number
    580639085549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail94,460 miles (+89)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,460 miles
    Test number
    868821749151
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre advance perishing

  7. Pass94,371 miles (+37)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,371 miles
    Test number
    971238290551
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front,, recommend replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all brakes (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s rear outer sill panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper rubbers perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated,, rear exhaust silencer box corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s handbrake cable, outer casing deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  8. Fail94,334 miles (+529)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,334 miles
    Test number
    619676501016
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front corroded,,, recommend replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all brakes (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s rear outer sill panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper rubbers perished, recommend replace
    • AdvisoryN/s handbrake cable deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  9. Pass93,805 miles (+488)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,805 miles
    Test number
    131906217509
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front.. recommend replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s rear outer sill panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear handbrake cable deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box deteriorated

  10. Pass93,317 miles (+701)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    93,317 miles
    Test number
    102889322506
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s and n/s rear,, recommend check/replace (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryN/s/r parking brake cable deteriorated,, recommend check/replace
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly deteriorated

  11. Pass92,616 miles (+720)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,616 miles
    Test number
    163429986273
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slight pitting
    • AdvisoryRera exhaust deteriorating

  12. Pass91,896 miles (+828)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    91,896 miles
    Test number
    921870193862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend replace ASAP (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear,, recommend replace (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake cable slightly deteriorated,, recommend attention

  13. Pass91,068 miles (+1,394)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,068 miles
    Test number
    369627905027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer slight deterioration

  14. Pass89,674 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    89,674 miles
    Test number
    349683814091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer slight corosion

  15. Fail89,674 miles (+1,326)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,674 miles
    Test number
    508493414093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer slight corosion

  16. Pass88,348 miles (+697)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    88,348 miles
    Test number
    607539303077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass87,651 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,651 miles
    Test number
    829645192064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,480 miles (+1,092)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    87,480 miles
    Test number
    717109802045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,388 miles (+3,405)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    86,388 miles
    Test number
    935640211083
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slight surface corrosion
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake cable slight deterioration

  20. Pass82,983 miles (+7,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    82,983 miles
    Test number
    170034300073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass75,438 miles (+9,941)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    75,438 miles
    Test number
    561249209060
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass65,497 miles (+1,799)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    65,497 miles
    Test number
    420145918044
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass63,698 miles (+6,342)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    63,698 miles
    Test number
    231586357167
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass57,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    810965966167
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail57,356 miles (+6,014)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    642675266125
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass51,342 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,342 miles
    Test number
    653994626037
    • NoteFront number plate spliting

Questions about T185 UYA

Does T185 UYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T185 UYA is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T185 UYA?
The MOT on T185 UYA is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T185 UYA done?
T185 UYA was recorded at 96,592 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 2,231 miles a year.
Has T185 UYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T185 UYA has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T185 UYA 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 T185 UYA find?
T185 UYA passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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