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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T261 RPTMOT history

T261 RPT is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 112,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
112,136 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T261 RPT
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
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T261 RPT was last recorded at 112,136 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 2,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,434 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,702 miles
Average per year
2,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,136 miles
  • 2025 – 109,434 miles
  • 2024 – 108,265 miles
  • 2022 – 108,227 miles
  • 2021 – 107,844 miles
  • 2016 – 106,837 miles
  • 2015 – 105,258 miles
  • 2014 – 104,399 miles
  • 2012 – 102,988 miles
  • 2011 – 101,545 miles
  • 2010 – 92,988 miles
  • 2009 – 85,679 miles
  • 2008 – 77,121 miles
  • 2007 – 70,975 miles
  • 2006 – 69,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,136 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,136 miles (+2,702)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    112,136 miles
    Test number
    965423529696
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,434 miles (+1,169)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    109,434 miles
    Test number
    880764721030
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass108,265 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    108,265 miles
    Test number
    473539750757
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail108,227 miles (+383)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,227 miles
    Test number
    872802246841
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion and underseal

  5. Pass107,844 miles (+1,007)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,844 miles
    Test number
    160844029857
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle showing signs of corrosion

  6. Pass106,837 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,837 miles
    Test number
    804163249382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,258 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    105,258 miles
    Test number
    336741165176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,399 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    104,399 miles
    Test number
    267221464424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail104,392 miles (+1,404)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,392 miles
    Test number
    119217954173
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass102,988 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    102,988 miles
    Test number
    158849722237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,979 miles (+1,434)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,979 miles
    Test number
    476858022280
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass101,545 miles (+8,557)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    101,545 miles
    Test number
    106211621204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,988 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    92,988 miles
    Test number
    663215350137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,961 miles (+7,282)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,961 miles
    Test number
    321638440133
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass85,679 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,679 miles
    Test number
    262351469488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail85,641 miles (+8,520)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,641 miles
    Test number
    380946459163
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass77,121 miles (+6,146)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    77,121 miles
    Test number
    322391558129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    70,975 miles
    Test number
    332785667188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,975 miles (+1,736)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,975 miles
    Test number
    281299057182
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass69,239 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,239 miles
    Test number
    182824866151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,192 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,192 miles
    Test number
    170856056103
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Questions about T261 RPT

Does T261 RPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T261 RPT is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T261 RPT?
The MOT on T261 RPT 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 T261 RPT done?
T261 RPT was recorded at 112,136 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 2,141 miles a year.
Has T261 RPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T261 RPT has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T261 RPT 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 T261 RPT find?
T261 RPT passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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