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BMW Z4

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

T18 VRSMOT history

T18 VRS is a grey petrol BMW Z4 first used on 10 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 64,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
64,961 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 VRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 VRS was last recorded at 64,961 miles on 19 May 2026, 9,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,284 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,677 miles
Average per year
3,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,961 miles
  • 2025 – 55,284 miles
  • 2024 – 47,675 miles
  • 2023 – 46,718 miles
  • 2022 – 45,297 miles
  • 2021 – 43,542 miles
  • 2020 – 41,855 miles
  • 2019 – 40,976 miles
  • 2018 – 39,475 miles
  • 2017 – 38,220 miles
  • 2016 – 31,494 miles
  • 2014 – 18,056 miles
  • 2013 – 15,333 miles
  • 2012 – 14,210 miles
  • 2010 – 10,533 miles
  • 2009 – 9,144 miles
  • 2008 – 7,502 miles
  • 2006 – 5,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,961 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear water in boot area
  • AdvisoryPlastic engine cover fitted
  • AdvisoryPlastic underbody covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning hi leval

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front inner tie rod worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,961 miles (+9,677)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    64,961 miles
    Test number
    238599424431
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear water in boot area
    • AdvisoryPlastic engine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic underbody covers fitted

  2. Pass55,284 miles (+140)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,284 miles
    Test number
    732199745511
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning hi leval (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail55,144 miles (+7,469)3 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,144 miles
    Test number
    871967689092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning hi leval (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc splash sheild loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear diff cover loose

  4. Pass47,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    47,675 miles
    Test number
    387650853751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail47,675 miles (+957)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,675 miles
    Test number
    683417656554
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFront 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

  6. Pass46,718 miles (+1,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    46,718 miles
    Test number
    557292186700
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass45,297 miles (+1,755)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    45,297 miles
    Test number
    938822923071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bake pipes corroded along side fuel tank
    • AdvisoryEngine top cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryPlastic engine undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic underbody covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect propshaft covers fitted

  8. Pass43,542 miles (+1,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    43,542 miles
    Test number
    798643159064
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass41,855 miles (+879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    41,855 miles
    Test number
    133097252875
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass40,976 miles (+1,501)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,976 miles
    Test number
    148559519890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,475 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,475 miles
    Test number
    431420668703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod worn

  12. Fail39,444 miles (+1,224)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,444 miles
    Test number
    713081006084
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod worn

  13. Pass38,220 miles (+6,726)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,220 miles
    Test number
    681727723771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,494 miles
    Test number
    773744156042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Fail31,494 miles (+1,462)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,494 miles
    Test number
    618946294061
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass30,032 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    30,032 miles
    Test number
    987430797040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail30,030 miles (+11,974)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,030 miles
    Test number
    693522493450
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass18,056 miles (+870)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    18,056 miles
    Test number
    197297554362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,186 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    17,186 miles
    Test number
    445956934050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteTyres pressure warnig light on indicating a fault

  20. Fail17,186 miles (+1,853)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,186 miles
    Test number
    278736634028
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteTyres pressure warnig light on indicating a fault

  21. Pass15,333 miles (+1,123)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    15,333 miles
    Test number
    136959533093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall has slight damage
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass14,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    14,210 miles
    Test number
    265848922088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,200 miles (+3,667)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,200 miles
    Test number
    826678822058
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass10,533 miles (+1,389)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    10,533 miles
    Test number
    172212180097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,144 miles (+1,642)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    9,144 miles
    Test number
    791726079040
    • NoteAir bag light on dash!!!

  26. Pass7,502 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    7,502 miles
    Test number
    942014148085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass5,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    5,887 miles
    Test number
    971213636358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 VRS

Does T18 VRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 VRS is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 VRS?
The MOT on T18 VRS is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 VRS done?
T18 VRS was recorded at 64,961 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,034 miles a year.
Has T18 VRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 VRS has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T18 VRS 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 T18 VRS find?
T18 VRS passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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