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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T235 CLRMOT history

T235 CLR is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 76,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
76,431 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,439 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T235 CLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T235 CLR was last recorded at 76,431 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,420 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,439 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,431 miles
  • 2024 – 75,914 miles
  • 2023 – 75,492 miles
  • 2022 – 75,012 miles
  • 2021 – 73,584 miles
  • 2020 – 73,067 miles
  • 2019 – 71,872 miles
  • 2018 – 70,738 miles
  • 2017 – 68,803 miles
  • 2016 – 65,214 miles
  • 2015 – 61,482 miles
  • 2014 – 58,458 miles
  • 2013 – 54,113 miles
  • 2012 – 50,795 miles
  • 2011 – 46,244 miles
  • 2010 – 42,213 miles
  • 2009 – 39,969 miles
  • 2008 – 37,744 miles
  • 2007 – 30,847 miles
  • 2006 – 26,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,431 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,431 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    76,431 miles
    Test number
    243051101214
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail76,420 miles (+506)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,420 miles
    Test number
    773931125710
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,914 miles
    Test number
    375258517485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail75,914 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,914 miles
    Test number
    987018757521
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  5. Fail75,914 miles (+26)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,914 miles
    Test number
    939832503974
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  6. Fail75,888 miles (+396)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,888 miles
    Test number
    788551861179
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass75,492 miles (+480)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,492 miles
    Test number
    829910314782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,012 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,012 miles
    Test number
    237623915763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,584 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,584 miles
    Test number
    682585627878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,067 miles (+1,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,067 miles
    Test number
    794029728141
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSF&OSF and NSR&OSR, before the flex hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil sump seal,timing chain case, steering pump hose. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,872 miles (+1,134)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,872 miles
    Test number
    344051864607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,738 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,738 miles
    Test number
    254480463859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail70,738 miles (+1,935)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,738 miles
    Test number
    652769289433
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass68,803 miles (+3,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,803 miles
    Test number
    901214319691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass65,214 miles (+3,732)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,214 miles
    Test number
    571473842281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,482 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    61,482 miles
    Test number
    526526155137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail61,482 miles (+3,024)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,482 miles
    Test number
    568926955119
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass58,458 miles (+4,345)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,458 miles
    Test number
    255957064124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,113 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,113 miles
    Test number
    318885773152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,795 miles (+4,551)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,795 miles
    Test number
    765304972171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,244 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,244 miles
    Test number
    387966371112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,213 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,213 miles
    Test number
    664487870152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,969 miles (+2,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    39,969 miles
    Test number
    381534369167
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass37,744 miles (+6,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,744 miles
    Test number
    153910688160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass30,847 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,847 miles
    Test number
    983238477162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    26,840 miles
    Test number
    104134956199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T235 CLR

Does T235 CLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T235 CLR is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T235 CLR?
The MOT on T235 CLR is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T235 CLR done?
T235 CLR was recorded at 76,431 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 2,439 miles a year.
Has T235 CLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T235 CLR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T235 CLR 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 T235 CLR find?
T235 CLR passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: engine light on; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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