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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T197 BVPMOT history

T197 BVP is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 36 MOT tests, with 107,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
107,343 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
36
22 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 BVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 BVP was last recorded at 107,343 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 906 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Nov 2008: 56,839 miles, lower than 59,839 miles on 25 Oct 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
106,437 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
906 miles
Average per year
2,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,343 miles
  • 2025 – 106,437 miles
  • 2024 – 105,598 miles
  • 2023 – 103,619 miles
  • 2022 – 101,981 miles
  • 2021 – 101,929 miles
  • 2020 – 101,333 miles
  • 2019 – 100,936 miles
  • 2018 – 97,234 miles
  • 2017 – 94,900 miles
  • 2016 – 92,811 miles
  • 2015 – 90,797 miles
  • 2014 – 88,236 miles
  • 2013 – 87,293 miles
  • 2012 – 78,848 miles
  • 2011 – 69,209 miles
  • 2010 – 63,934 miles
  • 2009 – 62,409 miles
  • 2008 – 56,839 miles
  • 2007 – 57,576 miles
  • 2006 – 54,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,343 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
  • AdvisoryGeneral age related underbody corrosion
  • AdvisorySide skirts fitted difficult to view

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

36 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,343 miles (+906)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    107,343 miles
    Test number
    768006593945
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin x both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related underbody corrosion
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted difficult to view

  2. Pass106,437 miles (+839)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,437 miles
    Test number
    300995068941
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass105,598 miles (+1,979)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,598 miles
    Test number
    564535144676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass103,619 miles (+1,638)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    103,619 miles
    Test number
    612914787807
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass101,981 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    101,981 miles
    Test number
    912633815631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,978 miles (+49)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,978 miles
    Test number
    309756495350
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass101,929 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    101,929 miles
    Test number
    630453968686
    • AdvisoryIntermittent fault in ABS system, light not illuminated at test

  8. Fail101,929 miles (+596)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,929 miles
    Test number
    312781962913
    • MajorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass101,333 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    101,333 miles
    Test number
    204620693918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,330 miles (+394)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,330 miles
    Test number
    479295907095
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at offside rear brake hose area. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn antiroll bar link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both front lamps blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning center high level stop lamp lamp has 3 of 4 not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all brake pads appear to be getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front brake pipes rusting. all brake pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass100,936 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,936 miles
    Test number
    263600976771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,932 miles (+3,698)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,932 miles
    Test number
    462550075574
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure mounting bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass97,234 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,234 miles
    Test number
    399320738088
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front at flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail97,234 miles (+2,334)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,234 miles
    Test number
    579421787185
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front at flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass94,900 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,900 miles
    Test number
    723432518230
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Fail94,900 miles (+2,089)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,900 miles
    Test number
    439792290999
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass92,811 miles (+2,014)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,811 miles
    Test number
    319599997966
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass90,797 miles (+2,561)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    90,797 miles
    Test number
    615726555051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on offside outer sill at rear

  19. Pass88,236 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,236 miles
    Test number
    128603664000
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield broken

  20. Fail88,236 miles (+943)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,236 miles
    Test number
    336812664072
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield broken

  21. Pass87,293 miles (+8,445)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    87,293 miles
    Test number
    345130343071
    • NoteExhaust heat shield inscure

  22. Pass78,848 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,848 miles
    Test number
    268033962021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  23. Fail78,844 miles (+9,635)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,844 miles
    Test number
    269961562037
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  24. Pass69,209 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,209 miles
    Test number
    189924651409
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail69,208 miles (+5,274)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,208 miles
    Test number
    478898341057
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass63,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,934 miles
    Test number
    600525400145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail63,934 miles (+1,525)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,934 miles
    Test number
    144194400151
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass62,409 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,409 miles
    Test number
    404002389244
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail62,328 miles (+1,926)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,328 miles
    Test number
    982226379297
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass60,402 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,402 miles
    Test number
    223320309110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass56,839 miles (-3,000)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,839 miles
    Test number
    824248408349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail59,839 miles (+2,263)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,839 miles
    Test number
    943539498237
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  33. Fail57,576 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,576 miles
    Test number
    212217087486
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  34. Pass57,576 miles (+2,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,576 miles
    Test number
    590047687169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  35. Pass54,759 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    54,759 miles
    Test number
    412157786195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail54,742 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,742 miles
    Test number
    103715986178
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about T197 BVP

Does T197 BVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T197 BVP is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T197 BVP?
The MOT on T197 BVP is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T197 BVP done?
T197 BVP was recorded at 107,343 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 2,613 miles a year.
Has T197 BVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 BVP has failed 14 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T197 BVP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Nov 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T197 BVP find?
T197 BVP passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x both; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin x both, and 5 more.

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