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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T263 DDMMOT history

T263 DDM is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 147,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
147,125 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,120 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T263 DDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T263 DDM was last recorded at 147,125 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 9,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,667 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,458 miles
Average per year
5,120 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,125 miles
  • 2024 – 137,667 miles
  • 2022 – 135,849 miles
  • 2021 – 130,815 miles
  • 2020 – 126,780 miles
  • 2019 – 121,381 miles
  • 2018 – 116,370 miles
  • 2017 – 111,178 miles
  • 2016 – 106,218 miles
  • 2015 – 101,528 miles
  • 2014 – 96,830 miles
  • 2013 – 90,327 miles
  • 2012 – 82,792 miles
  • 2011 – 76,110 miles
  • 2010 – 71,030 miles
  • 2009 – 64,686 miles
  • 2008 – 56,376 miles
  • 2007 – 52,361 miles
  • 2006 – 47,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,125 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,125 miles (+9,458)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    147,125 miles
    Test number
    227164365172
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced undersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,667 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    137,667 miles
    Test number
    296180000073
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail137,667 miles (+20)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,667 miles
    Test number
    369688645694
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced underside of sill whole left (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail137,647 miles (+1,798)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,647 miles
    Test number
    642286433282
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,849 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    135,849 miles
    Test number
    970738589918
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail135,849 miles (+5,034)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,849 miles
    Test number
    551908944047
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass130,815 miles (+4,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,815 miles
    Test number
    537582557485
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass126,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,780 miles
    Test number
    698334749856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail126,780 miles (+5,399)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,780 miles
    Test number
    767107068723
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords damaged Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass121,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,381 miles
    Test number
    367983503545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail121,381 miles (+5,011)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,381 miles
    Test number
    350244649427
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass116,370 miles (+5,192)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    116,370 miles
    Test number
    504556232800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass111,178 miles (+4,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,178 miles
    Test number
    995533059343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass106,218 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,218 miles
    Test number
    141508288676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,528 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,528 miles
    Test number
    875740015179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,830 miles (+6,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,830 miles
    Test number
    219173434448
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass90,327 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,327 miles
    Test number
    686645833106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  18. Fail90,327 miles (+7,535)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,327 miles
    Test number
    887084933136
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  19. Fail82,792 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,792 miles
    Test number
    487274322159
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass82,792 miles (+6,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    82,792 miles
    Test number
    958994422190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass76,110 miles (+5,080)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    76,110 miles
    Test number
    206014521135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play o/s steering rack end

  22. Pass71,030 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,030 miles
    Test number
    210540840112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,028 miles (+6,342)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,028 miles
    Test number
    162811430127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside 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)

  24. Pass64,686 miles (+8,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,686 miles
    Test number
    842380019133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass56,376 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,376 miles
    Test number
    102215218187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,361 miles (+4,839)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    652370837126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass47,522 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    47,522 miles
    Test number
    371430036102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail47,521 miles2 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,521 miles
    Test number
    550984226146
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAlthough having met the required parking brake effeciency the system could do with overhaul

Questions about T263 DDM

Does T263 DDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T263 DDM is valid until 16 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T263 DDM?
The MOT on T263 DDM is valid until 16 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T263 DDM done?
T263 DDM was recorded at 147,125 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 5,120 miles a year.
Has T263 DDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T263 DDM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T263 DDM 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 T263 DDM find?
T263 DDM passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced undersill; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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