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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T265 LJAMOT history

T265 LJA is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 122,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
122,280 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T265 LJA
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
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T265 LJA was last recorded at 122,280 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,155 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,125 miles
Average per year
3,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,280 miles
  • 2025 – 120,155 miles
  • 2024 – 118,520 miles
  • 2023 – 115,904 miles
  • 2022 – 111,045 miles
  • 2021 – 107,789 miles
  • 2020 – 104,124 miles
  • 2019 – 102,654 miles
  • 2017 – 101,453 miles
  • 2016 – 96,719 miles
  • 2015 – 92,164 miles
  • 2014 – 86,845 miles
  • 2013 – 84,758 miles
  • 2012 – 82,597 miles
  • 2011 – 77,997 miles
  • 2010 – 72,828 miles
  • 2009 – 64,531 miles
  • 2008 – 63,923 miles
  • 2007 – 57,003 miles
  • 2006 – 50,321 miles
  • 2005 – 43,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,280 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • O/S Steering rack rod slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Unable to carry out full inspection of outer sills due to covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,280 miles (+2,125)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    122,280 miles
    Test number
    911223764843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,155 miles (+1,635)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    120,155 miles
    Test number
    351142485876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass118,520 miles (+2,616)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    118,520 miles
    Test number
    849574969331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,904 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,904 miles
    Test number
    203536480265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,901 miles (+4,856)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,901 miles
    Test number
    727006233545
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass111,045 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,045 miles
    Test number
    569010942792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,789 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,789 miles
    Test number
    762106633149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,124 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,124 miles
    Test number
    333293995239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,654 miles (+1,201)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    102,654 miles
    Test number
    843382586502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,453 miles (+4,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,453 miles
    Test number
    445588485964
    • 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)

  11. Pass96,719 miles (+4,555)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    96,719 miles
    Test number
    523298259717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,164 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    92,164 miles
    Test number
    123840575313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/S Steering rack rod slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of outer sills due to covers fitted

  13. Fail92,164 miles (+5,319)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,164 miles
    Test number
    422422042835
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/S Steering rack rod slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of outer sills due to covers fitted

  14. Pass86,845 miles (+2,087)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,845 miles
    Test number
    685996504284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside handbrake outer casing cracked

  15. Pass84,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,758 miles
    Test number
    268588793417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail84,758 miles (+2,161)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,758 miles
    Test number
    597798793167
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass82,597 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,597 miles
    Test number
    478091102253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/S Handbrake performance slightly low
    • NoteN/S/R Brake disc surface pitted
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/S Wiper blade split on ends

  18. Fail82,597 miles (+4,600)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,597 miles
    Test number
    949281502246
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/S Handbrake performance slightly low
    • NoteN/S/R Brake disc surface pitted
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/S Wiper blade split on ends

  19. Pass77,997 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,997 miles
    Test number
    337849491178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail77,997 miles (+5,169)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,997 miles
    Test number
    206569491147
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass72,828 miles (+8,297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,828 miles
    Test number
    343810910205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass64,531 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,531 miles
    Test number
    373234409258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,923 miles (+1,425)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,923 miles
    Test number
    513901728299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,498 miles (+5,495)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,498 miles
    Test number
    441574728198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,003 miles (+6,682)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    57,003 miles
    Test number
    394076117103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,321 miles (+6,926)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,321 miles
    Test number
    983334626147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    43,395 miles
    Test number
    924388305251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail43,395 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,395 miles
    Test number
    932897305291
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T265 LJA

Does T265 LJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T265 LJA is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T265 LJA?
The MOT on T265 LJA is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T265 LJA done?
T265 LJA was recorded at 122,280 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,762 miles a year.
Has T265 LJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T265 LJA has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T265 LJA 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 T265 LJA find?
T265 LJA passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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