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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T236 SBVMOT history

T236 SBV is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
97,245 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T236 SBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T236 SBV was last recorded at 97,245 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,200 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
2,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,245 miles
  • 2025 – 97,200 miles
  • 2024 – 91,642 miles
  • 2023 – 86,600 miles
  • 2022 – 83,372 miles
  • 2021 – 82,177 miles
  • 2020 – 82,099 miles
  • 2019 – 82,096 miles
  • 2018 – 74,744 miles
  • 2017 – 71,569 miles
  • 2016 – 71,086 miles
  • 2015 – 70,826 miles
  • 2014 – 69,299 miles
  • 2013 – 67,031 miles
  • 2011 – 65,984 miles
  • 2007 – 65,616 miles
  • 2006 – 61,769 miles
  • 2005 – 55,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,245 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 both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Exhaust noisy baffels insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,245 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    97,245 miles
    Test number
    424565987965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,200 miles (+5,558)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,200 miles
    Test number
    347806264400
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  3. Pass91,642 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,642 miles
    Test number
    892423554563
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust noisy baffels insecure (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  4. Fail91,642 miles (+5,042)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,642 miles
    Test number
    137823113432
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust noisy baffels insecure (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  5. Pass86,600 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    86,600 miles
    Test number
    751919121260
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail86,600 miles (+3,228)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,600 miles
    Test number
    761634378942
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass83,372 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    83,372 miles
    Test number
    165852507892
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail83,372 miles (+1,195)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,372 miles
    Test number
    462020504913
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass82,177 miles (+78)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,177 miles
    Test number
    851378383020
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass82,099 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    82,099 miles
    Test number
    780306579821
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass82,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,096 miles
    Test number
    314373567748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,096 miles (+7,352)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,096 miles
    Test number
    709506129306
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass74,744 miles (+3,175)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    74,744 miles
    Test number
    103610530692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,569 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,569 miles
    Test number
    160159072210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,086 miles
    Test number
    949406380104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail71,086 miles (+260)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,086 miles
    Test number
    277849060810
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  17. Pass70,826 miles (+1,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    70,826 miles
    Test number
    975748385189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail69,299 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,299 miles
    Test number
    529455174110
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deterioated slightly.

  19. Pass69,299 miles (+2,268)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,299 miles
    Test number
    539655674112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deterioated slightly.

  20. Pass67,031 miles (+1,047)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    67,031 miles
    Test number
    636942853040
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to crack

  21. Pass65,984 miles (+368)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,984 miles
    Test number
    337498861144
    • NoteCracking to nearside front tyre

  22. Pass65,616 miles (+3,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    65,616 miles
    Test number
    971915807397
    • 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)

  23. Pass61,769 miles (+6,473)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    61,769 miles
    Test number
    374434346488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    55,296 miles
    Test number
    201614165428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T236 SBV

Does T236 SBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T236 SBV is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T236 SBV?
The MOT on T236 SBV is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T236 SBV done?
T236 SBV was recorded at 97,245 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 2,032 miles a year.
Has T236 SBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T236 SBV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T236 SBV 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 T236 SBV find?
T236 SBV passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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