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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T237 LDFMOT history

T237 LDF is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 143,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
143,352 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T237 LDF
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
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T237 LDF was last recorded at 143,352 miles on 29 May 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,345 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,352 miles
  • 2025 – 143,345 miles
  • 2024 – 140,558 miles
  • 2023 – 138,569 miles
  • 2022 – 135,537 miles
  • 2021 – 132,339 miles
  • 2020 – 129,764 miles
  • 2019 – 126,333 miles
  • 2018 – 123,053 miles
  • 2017 – 119,774 miles
  • 2016 – 115,061 miles
  • 2015 – 111,673 miles
  • 2014 – 107,627 miles
  • 2013 – 105,703 miles
  • 2012 – 101,819 miles
  • 2011 – 97,584 miles
  • 2010 – 95,277 miles
  • 2009 – 92,415 miles
  • 2008 – 83,684 miles
  • 2007 – 76,110 miles
  • 2006 – 69,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,352 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Body mounting fixings insecure sill cover (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,352 miles (+7)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,352 miles
    Test number
    520493662526
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Body mounting fixings insecure sill cover (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail143,345 miles (+2,787)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,345 miles
    Test number
    982411251319
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass140,558 miles (+1,989)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    140,558 miles
    Test number
    435433603519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass138,569 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    138,569 miles
    Test number
    180958083383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail138,549 miles (+3,012)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,549 miles
    Test number
    755589397611
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass135,537 miles (+3,198)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    135,537 miles
    Test number
    938594249513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass132,339 miles (+478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    132,339 miles
    Test number
    882202030483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail131,861 miles (+2,097)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,861 miles
    Test number
    604919772104
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn low and unevenly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pads worn low

  9. Pass129,764 miles (+3,431)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    129,764 miles
    Test number
    990245852901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door not easy to open
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  10. Pass126,333 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    126,333 miles
    Test number
    167887705803
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail126,329 miles (+3,276)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,329 miles
    Test number
    930842304030
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass123,053 miles (+3,279)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    123,053 miles
    Test number
    520782239769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,774 miles (+4,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    119,774 miles
    Test number
    898288164194
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded hose-to-cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass115,061 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,061 miles
    Test number
    878900438214
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail115,061 miles (+3,388)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,061 miles
    Test number
    528985310546
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass111,673 miles (+4,046)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    111,673 miles
    Test number
    685033715149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass107,627 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,627 miles
    Test number
    165195114139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass105,703 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    105,703 miles
    Test number
    276219703067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail105,703 miles (+3,884)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,703 miles
    Test number
    149348603020
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass101,819 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    101,819 miles
    Test number
    365051012018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail101,819 miles (+4,235)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,819 miles
    Test number
    745361112040
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass97,584 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    97,584 miles
    Test number
    547124211054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,277 miles (+2,862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    95,277 miles
    Test number
    944601940094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass92,415 miles (+8,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    92,415 miles
    Test number
    284883939022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass83,684 miles (+7,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    83,684 miles
    Test number
    104108338088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass76,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    76,110 miles
    Test number
    823075947090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail76,105 miles (+6,337)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,105 miles
    Test number
    492385147058
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass69,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    69,768 miles
    Test number
    310829956038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T237 LDF

Does T237 LDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T237 LDF expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T237 LDF?
The MOT on T237 LDF expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T237 LDF done?
T237 LDF was recorded at 143,352 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 3,634 miles a year.
Has T237 LDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T237 LDF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T237 LDF 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 T237 LDF find?
T237 LDF failed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 6 major defects and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid; offside body mounting fixings insecure sill cover, and 10 more.

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