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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T208 SPLMOT history

T208 SPL is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 45,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
45,786 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T208 SPL
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
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T208 SPL was last recorded at 45,786 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,785 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,786 miles
  • 2022 – 45,679 miles
  • 2021 – 45,544 miles
  • 2019 – 45,154 miles
  • 2018 – 44,811 miles
  • 2017 – 44,407 miles
  • 2016 – 43,872 miles
  • 2015 – 43,332 miles
  • 2014 – 41,493 miles
  • 2013 – 40,650 miles
  • 2012 – 40,030 miles
  • 2011 – 38,870 miles
  • 2009 – 37,721 miles
  • 2008 – 31,796 miles
  • 2007 – 26,683 miles
  • 2006 – 20,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,786 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,786 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    45,786 miles
    Test number
    307122483316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail45,785 miles (+106)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,785 miles
    Test number
    617890183294
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements doesnt turn off (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass45,679 miles (+135)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    45,679 miles
    Test number
    273387551539
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass45,544 miles (+390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    45,544 miles
    Test number
    995288566716
    • AdvisoryTyres cracking and perrishing

  5. Pass45,154 miles (+343)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,154 miles
    Test number
    803018100742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near lower suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass44,811 miles (+404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    44,811 miles
    Test number
    655177352698
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass44,407 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,407 miles
    Test number
    466597583845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail44,391 miles (+519)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,391 miles
    Test number
    381646845333
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty does not turn off (1.3.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass43,872 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,872 miles
    Test number
    348221665425
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  10. Fail43,872 miles (+540)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,872 miles
    Test number
    871574792877
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Pass43,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,332 miles
    Test number
    986562295017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail43,332 miles (+1,839)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,332 miles
    Test number
    467492395016
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass41,493 miles (+843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,493 miles
    Test number
    107154184429
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass40,650 miles (+620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,650 miles
    Test number
    387576383086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass40,030 miles (+1,160)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,030 miles
    Test number
    537232072025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,870 miles (+1,149)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,870 miles
    Test number
    398170911014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,721 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,721 miles
    Test number
    194865529340
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail37,721 miles (+5,925)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,721 miles
    Test number
    281875729364
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass31,796 miles (+5,113)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,796 miles
    Test number
    391731318398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,683 miles (+5,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,683 miles
    Test number
    221783697236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass20,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    20,996 miles
    Test number
    570380596203
    • 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 T208 SPL

Does T208 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T208 SPL is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T208 SPL?
The MOT on T208 SPL is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T208 SPL done?
T208 SPL was recorded at 45,786 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 1,257 miles a year.
Has T208 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T208 SPL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T208 SPL 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 T208 SPL find?
T208 SPL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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