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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T230 AYXMOT history

T230 AYX is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 64,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
64,795 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T230 AYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T230 AYX was last recorded at 64,795 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,762 miles · 30 May 2022
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
1,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,795 miles
  • 2022 – 64,762 miles
  • 2020 – 64,520 miles
  • 2019 – 60,361 miles
  • 2018 – 57,667 miles
  • 2017 – 54,383 miles
  • 2016 – 51,307 miles
  • 2015 – 48,731 miles
  • 2014 – 43,222 miles
  • 2011 – 42,555 miles
  • 2010 – 39,485 miles
  • 2009 – 36,440 miles
  • 2008 – 35,528 miles
  • 2007 – 33,357 miles
  • 2006 – 32,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,795 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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front tyres perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,795 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    64,795 miles
    Test number
    220811449016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,762 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    64,762 miles
    Test number
    658990000258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,520 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    64,520 miles
    Test number
    305894894716
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail64,434 miles (+4,073)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,434 miles
    Test number
    701453218539
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInlet pipe split

  5. Pass60,361 miles (+2,694)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,361 miles
    Test number
    881177628750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass57,667 miles (+3,284)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    57,667 miles
    Test number
    972755051018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,383 miles (+3,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,383 miles
    Test number
    704517018061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryDamp around offside front brake caliper

  8. Pass51,307 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,307 miles
    Test number
    646122999367
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail51,287 miles (+2,556)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,287 miles
    Test number
    756135288881
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass48,731 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    199556205037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Fail48,731 miles (+5,509)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    509656805040
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass43,222 miles (+667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,222 miles
    Test number
    638277404074
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass42,555 miles (+3,070)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,555 miles
    Test number
    566084281268
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  14. Pass39,485 miles (+3,045)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,485 miles
    Test number
    940144290151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,440 miles (+912)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,440 miles
    Test number
    761651289139
    • NoteOffside + nearside front tyres have cracks in tread
    • NoteOffside + nearside rear tyres have cracks in tread

  16. Pass35,528 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,528 miles
    Test number
    342074408462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,357 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,357 miles
    Test number
    153386547136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,868 miles
    Test number
    673568726192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T230 AYX

Does T230 AYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T230 AYX is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T230 AYX?
The MOT on T230 AYX is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T230 AYX done?
T230 AYX was recorded at 64,795 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 1,583 miles a year.
Has T230 AYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T230 AYX has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T230 AYX 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 T230 AYX find?
T230 AYX passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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