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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

T23 SPLMOT history

T23 SPL is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 27 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 85,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
85,148 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 SPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 SPL was last recorded at 85,148 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 1,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,330 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,818 miles
Average per year
3,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,148 miles
  • 2025 – 83,330 miles
  • 2024 – 78,808 miles
  • 2023 – 76,118 miles
  • 2022 – 73,565 miles
  • 2021 – 72,352 miles
  • 2020 – 71,986 miles
  • 2019 – 68,280 miles
  • 2018 – 65,582 miles
  • 2017 – 62,868 miles
  • 2016 – 59,808 miles
  • 2015 – 56,863 miles
  • 2014 – 54,396 miles
  • 2012 – 54,108 miles
  • 2011 – 43,279 miles
  • 2010 – 40,595 miles
  • 2009 – 36,477 miles
  • 2008 – 34,085 miles
  • 2007 – 29,603 miles
  • 2006 – 22,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,148 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, bottom arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps have surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryMultiple suspension components have surface corrosion on front and rear of vehicle

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Fuel tank straps corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,148 miles (+1,818)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    85,148 miles
    Test number
    827261106795
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, bottom arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryMultiple suspension components have surface corrosion on front and rear of vehicle

  2. Pass83,330 miles (+66)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    83,330 miles
    Test number
    378014071317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail83,264 miles (+4,456)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,264 miles
    Test number
    843807533982
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass78,808 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    78,808 miles
    Test number
    795848670897
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail78,808 miles (+2,690)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,808 miles
    Test number
    666713766448
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass76,118 miles (+2,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    76,118 miles
    Test number
    613473374521
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass73,565 miles (+1,213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    73,565 miles
    Test number
    924387771259
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Fuel tank straps slightly corroded

  8. Pass72,352 miles (+366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,352 miles
    Test number
    799959851943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass71,986 miles (+3,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    71,986 miles
    Test number
    664001627554
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear differential mounting split

  10. Pass68,280 miles (+2,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,280 miles
    Test number
    267505954953
    • AdvisoryNo handbrake reserve travel on o/s

  11. Pass65,582 miles (+2,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,582 miles
    Test number
    764780733122
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass62,868 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,868 miles
    Test number
    478598776162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,859 miles (+3,051)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,859 miles
    Test number
    112084648970
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from pas pump

  14. Pass59,808 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,808 miles
    Test number
    224622697347
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component slight dampness on pump (2.3.3b)

  15. Fail59,808 miles (+2,945)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,808 miles
    Test number
    381041169557
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component slight dampness on pump (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass56,863 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,863 miles
    Test number
    719963985052
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail56,863 miles (+2,467)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,863 miles
    Test number
    916013585044
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass54,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,396 miles
    Test number
    485929294039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,396 miles (+288)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,396 miles
    Test number
    528759194042
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass54,108 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    54,108 miles
    Test number
    847755252351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,097 miles (+3,067)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,097 miles
    Test number
    879543852313
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass51,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,030 miles
    Test number
    337218232120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail51,030 miles (+7,751)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,030 miles
    Test number
    108567132139
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  24. Pass43,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,279 miles
    Test number
    308873961292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail43,279 miles (+2,684)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,279 miles
    Test number
    717293261284
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass40,595 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    552433870232
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on insiude edge

  27. Fail40,595 miles (+4,118)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    351552470406
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on insiude edge

  28. Pass36,477 miles (+2,392)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    130681529155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,085 miles (+4,482)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,085 miles
    Test number
    563809708163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,603 miles (+6,789)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    29,603 miles
    Test number
    594865657229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,814 miles
    Test number
    441158856202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 SPL

Does T23 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 SPL is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 SPL?
The MOT on T23 SPL is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 SPL done?
T23 SPL was recorded at 85,148 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 3,156 miles a year.
Has T23 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 SPL has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T23 SPL 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 T23 SPL find?
T23 SPL passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: coolant leak; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, bottom arms rear bushes, and 4 more.

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