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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T270 EAGMOT history

T270 EAG is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 103,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2026
Mileage
103,014 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T270 EAG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T270 EAG was last recorded at 103,014 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 2,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,121 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,893 miles
Average per year
3,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,014 miles
  • 2025 – 100,121 miles
  • 2024 – 98,110 miles
  • 2023 – 97,997 miles
  • 2022 – 97,868 miles
  • 2020 – 96,556 miles
  • 2019 – 92,123 miles
  • 2018 – 89,594 miles
  • 2017 – 87,222 miles
  • 2016 – 85,497 miles
  • 2015 – 83,365 miles
  • 2014 – 80,763 miles
  • 2013 – 77,190 miles
  • 2012 – 71,206 miles
  • 2011 – 63,783 miles
  • 2010 – 59,114 miles
  • 2009 – 53,509 miles
  • 2008 – 47,510 miles
  • 2007 – 44,839 miles
  • 2006 – 40,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,014 miles
  • DangerousOffside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,014 miles (+2,893)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,014 miles
    Test number
    291979413540
    • DangerousOffside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

  2. Pass100,121 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    100,121 miles
    Test number
    495574946623
    • AdvisoryOffside sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail100,115 miles (+2,005)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,115 miles
    Test number
    672661375780
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,110 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,110 miles
    Test number
    190881910539
    • AdvisoryBoth side sills undersealed
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components undersealed

  5. Pass97,997 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,997 miles
    Test number
    909292601578
    • AdvisoryBoth sills undersealed

  6. Pass97,868 miles (+1,312)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    97,868 miles
    Test number
    232756801666
    • AdvisoryFront Brake master cylinder/servo mounting repair covered in underseal Both Sides (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal Both Sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Underbody Covered In Underseal structural rigidity not significantly reduced
    • AdvisoryRear Brake master cylinder/servo mounting repair covered in underseal Both Sides (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Both Sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal Both Sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody Covered In Underseal structural rigidity not significantly reduced

  7. Pass96,556 miles (+3)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,556 miles
    Test number
    257276044308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lolly pop (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BJ bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All 4 jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail96,553 miles (+4,430)1 dangerous10 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,553 miles
    Test number
    180394508657
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lolly pop (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BJ bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All 4 jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass92,123 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,123 miles
    Test number
    101357279481
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel long
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail92,122 miles (+2,528)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,122 miles
    Test number
    601723587098
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel long
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass89,594 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,594 miles
    Test number
    501435971874
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Header tank (2.3.3b)

  12. Fail89,594 miles (+2,372)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,594 miles
    Test number
    819514877778
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Header tank (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass87,222 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,222 miles
    Test number
    629269620699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail87,222 miles (+1,725)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,222 miles
    Test number
    830019361771
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass85,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    85,497 miles
    Test number
    924043738655
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail85,497 miles (+2,132)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,497 miles
    Test number
    470155732288
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass83,365 miles (+2,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,365 miles
    Test number
    725383015158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass80,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    80,763 miles
    Test number
    556587324197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,763 miles (+3,573)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,763 miles
    Test number
    929486424185
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass77,190 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,190 miles
    Test number
    629612813161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket snapped

  21. Fail77,190 miles (+5,984)2 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,190 miles
    Test number
    297922313158
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket snapped

  22. Pass71,206 miles (+7,423)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,206 miles
    Test number
    225588702155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,783 miles
    Test number
    825641831134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,783 miles (+4,669)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,783 miles
    Test number
    548570731178
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass59,114 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,114 miles
    Test number
    451311330148
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail59,114 miles (+5,605)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,114 miles
    Test number
    322710230130
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass53,509 miles (+5,999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,509 miles
    Test number
    791607149091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass47,510 miles (+2,671)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,510 miles
    Test number
    423667158033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass44,839 miles (+4,190)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,839 miles
    Test number
    812215767081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass40,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    40,649 miles
    Test number
    762591466088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T270 EAG

Does T270 EAG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T270 EAG expired on 2 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T270 EAG?
The MOT on T270 EAG expired on 2 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T270 EAG done?
T270 EAG was recorded at 103,014 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 3,112 miles a year.
Has T270 EAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T270 EAG has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T270 EAG 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 T270 EAG find?
T270 EAG failed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 6 major defects: offside lower vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill excessively corroded; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 4 more.

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