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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,246 cc

T230 CBDMOT history

T230 CBD is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
64,992 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T230 CBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T230 CBD was last recorded at 64,992 miles on 23 Sept 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,988 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
1,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,992 miles
  • 2024 – 64,988 miles
  • 2021 – 64,644 miles
  • 2019 – 64,346 miles
  • 2018 – 64,228 miles
  • 2017 – 63,997 miles
  • 2016 – 63,446 miles
  • 2015 – 62,486 miles
  • 2014 – 61,566 miles
  • 2013 – 59,830 miles
  • 2011 – 59,813 miles
  • 2009 – 57,719 miles
  • 2008 – 53,896 miles
  • 2007 – 47,795 miles
  • 2006 – 44,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,992 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive front lower power steering pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Under-trays fitted covering testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass64,992 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    64,992 miles
    Test number
    178269676819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,988 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    64,988 miles
    Test number
    567430516173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,644 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,644 miles
    Test number
    776648510602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail64,616 miles (+270)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,616 miles
    Test number
    306469743851
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront power steering pipes starting to corrode and damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge not primary tread pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Outer brake pads starting to look low
    • AdvisoryRear amber indicator bulbs fading

  5. Pass64,346 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,346 miles
    Test number
    735571253967
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive front lower power steering pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted covering testable items

  6. Fail64,326 miles (+15)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,326 miles
    Test number
    986361705522
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive front lower power steering pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted covering testable items

  7. Fail64,311 miles (+83)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,311 miles
    Test number
    274147650462
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront slight corrosion to power steering pipe
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass64,228 miles (+231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,228 miles
    Test number
    802833976220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise replacement (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise replacement (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass63,997 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,997 miles
    Test number
    432882082386
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer brake pad wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail63,996 miles (+550)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,996 miles
    Test number
    364118243318
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer brake pad wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass63,446 miles (+960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,446 miles
    Test number
    163985683359
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 2.5mm

  12. Pass62,486 miles (+920)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,486 miles
    Test number
    836938335129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,566 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,566 miles
    Test number
    489298194079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing bald on inner edge.

  14. Fail61,566 miles (+1,736)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,566 miles
    Test number
    859428994064
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing bald on inner edge.

  15. Pass59,830 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,830 miles
    Test number
    579214983019
    • 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)

  16. Pass59,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,813 miles
    Test number
    956221491069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,812 miles (+2,093)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,812 miles
    Test number
    665971791010
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass57,719 miles (+3,823)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,719 miles
    Test number
    872069829117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,896 miles (+6,101)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,896 miles
    Test number
    840769828169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,795 miles (+2,820)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,795 miles
    Test number
    142764717137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,975 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,975 miles
    Test number
    212634526111
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T230 CBD

Does T230 CBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T230 CBD expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T230 CBD?
The MOT on T230 CBD expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T230 CBD done?
T230 CBD was recorded at 64,992 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2025, an average of 1,032 miles a year.
Has T230 CBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T230 CBD has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T230 CBD 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 CBD find?
T230 CBD passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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