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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T195 RKBMOT history

T195 RKB is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 79,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,925 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T195 RKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T195 RKB was last recorded at 79,925 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 4,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,091 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,834 miles
Average per year
2,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,925 miles
  • 2025 – 75,091 miles
  • 2024 – 74,335 miles
  • 2022 – 73,463 miles
  • 2021 – 70,535 miles
  • 2020 – 69,272 miles
  • 2019 – 68,902 miles
  • 2018 – 68,300 miles
  • 2017 – 66,669 miles
  • 2016 – 61,610 miles
  • 2015 – 55,943 miles
  • 2014 – 52,905 miles
  • 2013 – 50,523 miles
  • 2012 – 47,254 miles
  • 2011 – 44,245 miles
  • 2010 – 40,692 miles
  • 2009 – 38,636 miles
  • 2008 – 35,251 miles
  • 2007 – 29,605 miles
  • 2006 – 24,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,925 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s front shock

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,925 miles (+4,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,925 miles
    Test number
    915756242401
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass75,091 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    75,091 miles
    Test number
    809361749892
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail75,091 miles (+756)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,091 miles
    Test number
    928310279300
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements Stuck on (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass74,335 miles (+872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    74,335 miles
    Test number
    266435833361
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes have some corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront shocks weak

  5. Pass73,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    73,463 miles
    Test number
    847603175065
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/f and o/f shocks (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail73,463 miles (+2,928)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,463 miles
    Test number
    219684520030
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/f and o/f shocks (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass70,535 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,535 miles
    Test number
    330601469044
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s front shock (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s rear jacking point corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail70,533 miles (+1,261)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,533 miles
    Test number
    819614508347
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s front shock (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s rear jacking point corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass69,272 miles (+370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,272 miles
    Test number
    728959115504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,902 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,902 miles
    Test number
    794880222035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail68,902 miles (+602)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,902 miles
    Test number
    524592891366
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass68,300 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,300 miles
    Test number
    567921841294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,298 miles (+1,629)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    665559563596
    • DangerousFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached both sides (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass66,669 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,669 miles
    Test number
    757932193404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail66,662 miles (+5,052)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,662 miles
    Test number
    358511610468
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass61,610 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,610 miles
    Test number
    698282491971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,601 miles (+5,658)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,601 miles
    Test number
    401102394871
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Handbrake cable in poor condition

  18. Pass55,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,943 miles
    Test number
    505401345146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,943 miles (+3,038)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,943 miles
    Test number
    716850845112
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass52,905 miles (+2,382)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,905 miles
    Test number
    489016324182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass50,523 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,523 miles
    Test number
    856554343175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,254 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,254 miles
    Test number
    457666342140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,245 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,245 miles
    Test number
    528044041118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,692 miles (+2,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    40,692 miles
    Test number
    700000440164
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass38,636 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,636 miles
    Test number
    262217849445
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly worn

  26. Fail38,636 miles (+3,385)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,636 miles
    Test number
    364177049122
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly worn

  27. Pass35,251 miles (+5,646)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,251 miles
    Test number
    452662548196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,605 miles (+4,942)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,605 miles
    Test number
    791253247154
    • NoteNearside track rod end showing signs of wear offside track rod end showing signs of wear
    • NoteOffside rear lense cracked

  29. Pass24,663 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,663 miles
    Test number
    312115846186
    • 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)

Questions about T195 RKB

Does T195 RKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T195 RKB is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T195 RKB?
The MOT on T195 RKB is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T195 RKB done?
T195 RKB was recorded at 79,925 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 2,744 miles a year.
Has T195 RKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T195 RKB has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T195 RKB 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 T195 RKB find?
T195 RKB passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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