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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T264 SPBMOT history

T264 SPB is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 77,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
77,852 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T264 SPB
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
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T264 SPB was last recorded at 77,852 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 1,307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,545 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,307 miles
Average per year
1,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,852 miles
  • 2024 – 76,545 miles
  • 2023 – 76,518 miles
  • 2022 – 76,380 miles
  • 2021 – 76,352 miles
  • 2020 – 76,046 miles
  • 2019 – 75,729 miles
  • 2018 – 74,652 miles
  • 2017 – 71,566 miles
  • 2016 – 68,441 miles
  • 2015 – 64,192 miles
  • 2014 – 59,886 miles
  • 2013 – 55,123 miles
  • 2012 – 54,485 miles
  • 2011 – 53,062 miles
  • 2010 – 51,928 miles
  • 2009 – 50,629 miles
  • 2008 – 49,595 miles
  • 2007 – 48,289 miles
  • 2006 – 46,703 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,852 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,852 miles (+1,307)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    77,852 miles
    Test number
    776809784206
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass76,545 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,545 miles
    Test number
    673757802096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail76,528 miles (+10)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,528 miles
    Test number
    426402843238
    • 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))

  4. Pass76,518 miles (+138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    486529051529
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass76,380 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,380 miles
    Test number
    217976437730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,352 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    76,352 miles
    Test number
    235908691045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer becoming weak
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills becoming corroded

  7. Fail76,351 miles (+305)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,351 miles
    Test number
    156422556774
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer becoming weak
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills becoming corroded

  8. Pass76,046 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,046 miles
    Test number
    511314447820
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail76,046 miles (+317)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,046 miles
    Test number
    656597290748
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,729 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    912612273544
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail75,728 miles (+1,076)1 dangerous4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,728 miles
    Test number
    429344489092
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass74,652 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,652 miles
    Test number
    500027155847
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail74,652 miles (+3,086)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,652 miles
    Test number
    725882531467
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass71,566 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,566 miles
    Test number
    715768829557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail71,566 miles (+3,125)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,566 miles
    Test number
    874343242559
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass68,441 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,441 miles
    Test number
    701218916661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail68,441 miles (+4,249)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,441 miles
    Test number
    188191362339
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail64,192 miles2 repaired11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,192 miles
    Test number
    259866865120
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass64,192 miles (+4,306)11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,192 miles
    Test number
    806996665197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass59,886 miles (+4,763)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,886 miles
    Test number
    136822434120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass55,123 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,123 miles
    Test number
    266508623196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,485 miles (+1,423)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,485 miles
    Test number
    518970192035
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

  23. Pass53,062 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,062 miles
    Test number
    265338591095
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front road wheel close to body on full left lock

  24. Fail53,062 miles (+1,134)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,062 miles
    Test number
    286408591074
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front road wheel close to body on full left lock

  25. Pass51,928 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,928 miles
    Test number
    483049090074
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre close to inner body panel on a full left hand lock

  26. Fail51,916 miles (+1,287)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,916 miles
    Test number
    540759290001
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass50,629 miles (+1,034)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,629 miles
    Test number
    464066499053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,595 miles (+1,306)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,595 miles
    Test number
    153456108122
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteSlight play offside and nearside front steering rack ends
    • NoteWindscreen washers working but low pressure

  29. Pass48,289 miles (+1,586)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,289 miles
    Test number
    350656707144
    • NoteNearside front tyre shows signs of rubbing inner wing but not on test lock to lock
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread getting low and perished in outer sidewall

  30. Pass46,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    46,703 miles
    Test number
    414182206105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T264 SPB

Does T264 SPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T264 SPB is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T264 SPB?
The MOT on T264 SPB is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T264 SPB done?
T264 SPB was recorded at 77,852 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 1,596 miles a year.
Has T264 SPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T264 SPB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T264 SPB 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 T264 SPB find?
T264 SPB passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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