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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T272 KKUMOT history

T272 KKU is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 111,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
111,239 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T272 KKU
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
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T272 KKU was last recorded at 111,239 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 5,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,660 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,579 miles
Average per year
2,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,239 miles
  • 2025 – 105,660 miles
  • 2024 – 99,579 miles
  • 2023 – 94,289 miles
  • 2022 – 88,037 miles
  • 2021 – 82,354 miles
  • 2020 – 79,640 miles
  • 2015 – 79,514 miles
  • 2014 – 79,062 miles
  • 2013 – 78,818 miles
  • 2012 – 78,161 miles
  • 2011 – 75,016 miles
  • 2010 – 65,183 miles
  • 2008 – 63,921 miles
  • 2006 – 56,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,239 miles
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside and offside rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,239 miles (+5,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    111,239 miles
    Test number
    563792385040
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass105,660 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,660 miles
    Test number
    574923733670
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail105,659 miles (+6,080)3 major2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,659 miles
    Test number
    582956016024
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing one bolt in all four wheels missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass99,579 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,579 miles
    Test number
    231369125884
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail99,568 miles (+5,279)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,568 miles
    Test number
    409760097727
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass94,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,289 miles
    Test number
    504942486655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail94,289 miles (+6,252)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,289 miles
    Test number
    171322997724
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass88,037 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    88,037 miles
    Test number
    183059234546
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres wearing low on inner edges

  9. Fail88,035 miles (+5,681)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,035 miles
    Test number
    751441838757
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres wearing low on inner edges

  10. Pass82,354 miles (+2,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,354 miles
    Test number
    473235367819
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear coil springs corroded

  11. Pass79,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    79,640 miles
    Test number
    465661895596
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded

  12. Fail79,638 miles (+124)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,638 miles
    Test number
    810802316425
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded

  13. Pass79,514 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,514 miles
    Test number
    878168362265
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished and cracked
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to brake pipes

  14. Fail79,494 miles (+432)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,494 miles
    Test number
    705337094174
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished and cracked
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to brake pipes

  15. Pass79,062 miles (+12)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,062 miles
    Test number
    669104234272
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded and pitted

  16. Fail79,050 miles (+9)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,050 miles
    Test number
    167553034299
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded and pitted

  17. Fail79,041 miles (+223)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,041 miles
    Test number
    438110214271
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs in poor corroding condition
    • NoteSteel brake pipes starting to corrode

  18. Pass78,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,818 miles
    Test number
    179941063460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,818 miles (+657)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,818 miles
    Test number
    468394753029
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass78,161 miles (+3,145)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,161 miles
    Test number
    226009342039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,016 miles (+9,833)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    75,016 miles
    Test number
    127539741432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,183 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    65,183 miles
    Test number
    604797450086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,181 miles (+1,260)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,181 miles
    Test number
    562146150002
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  24. Pass63,921 miles (+7,201)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,921 miles
    Test number
    933588218201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass56,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    56,720 miles
    Test number
    223778716106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T272 KKU

Does T272 KKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T272 KKU is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T272 KKU?
The MOT on T272 KKU is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T272 KKU done?
T272 KKU was recorded at 111,239 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 2,754 miles a year.
Has T272 KKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T272 KKU has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T272 KKU 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 T272 KKU find?
T272 KKU passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working.

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