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BMW Z3

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T273 MHBMOT history

T273 MHB is a white petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 120,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
120,831 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T273 MHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T273 MHB was last recorded at 120,831 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 1,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Apr 2008: 68,856 miles, lower than 68,858 miles on 16 Apr 2008.
  • 7 Oct 2020: 115,120 miles, lower than 115,198 miles on 28 Sept 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
119,673 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,158 miles
Average per year
3,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,831 miles
  • 2025 – 119,673 miles
  • 2024 – 118,697 miles
  • 2023 – 117,986 miles
  • 2022 – 116,582 miles
  • 2021 – 115,625 miles
  • 2020 – 115,120 miles
  • 2019 – 113,634 miles
  • 2018 – 111,644 miles
  • 2017 – 110,522 miles
  • 2016 – 108,986 miles
  • 2015 – 107,707 miles
  • 2014 – 106,705 miles
  • 2013 – 104,725 miles
  • 2012 – 96,374 miles
  • 2011 – 82,779 miles
  • 2010 – 73,483 miles
  • 2009 – 72,268 miles
  • 2008 – 68,856 miles
  • 2007 – 63,402 miles
  • 2006 – 55,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,831 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension & steering components corroded

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,831 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    120,831 miles
    Test number
    159928647184
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension & steering components corroded

  2. Fail120,831 miles (+1,158)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,831 miles
    Test number
    316627219636
    • DangerousFront Road wheel more than one fixing missing both sides (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension & steering components corroded

  3. Pass119,673 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    119,673 miles
    Test number
    408531854699
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail119,673 miles (+976)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,673 miles
    Test number
    159306932158
    • DangerousTyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm o/s/r & n/s/r & n/s/f (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,697 miles (+711)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,697 miles
    Test number
    671533120448
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,986 miles (+1,404)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,986 miles
    Test number
    694864250444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,582 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,582 miles
    Test number
    708297687426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail116,582 miles (+957)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,582 miles
    Test number
    218643332529
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass115,625 miles (+20)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,625 miles
    Test number
    345580359190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail115,605 miles (+485)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,605 miles
    Test number
    743403250969
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass115,120 miles (-78)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,120 miles
    Test number
    609309965645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,198 miles (+1,564)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,198 miles
    Test number
    396886749981
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded and has slight leak
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass113,634 miles (+1,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,634 miles
    Test number
    164499203680
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive PAS Fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corrded

  14. Pass111,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    111,644 miles
    Test number
    187848095013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,644 miles (+1,122)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,644 miles
    Test number
    543133013672
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass110,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,522 miles
    Test number
    784079088809
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail110,522 miles (+1,536)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,522 miles
    Test number
    989889464452
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass108,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,986 miles
    Test number
    226664503581
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail108,986 miles (+1,279)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,986 miles
    Test number
    610982334303
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTail ex box outer layer hanging down

  20. Fail107,707 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,707 miles
    Test number
    636502215190
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass107,707 miles (+1,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    107,707 miles
    Test number
    715482515127
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass106,705 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,705 miles
    Test number
    718598794084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass104,725 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,725 miles
    Test number
    797478303169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion rear exhaust box
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension arm rear bushes starting to deteriorate
    • NoteOffside front seat belt is damaged
    • NotePlay offside steering rack

  24. Fail104,725 miles (+8,351)2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,725 miles
    Test number
    245267603144
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion rear exhaust box
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension arm rear bushes starting to deteriorate
    • NoteOffside front seat belt is damaged
    • NotePlay offside steering rack

  25. Fail96,374 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,374 miles
    Test number
    589821012132
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteSlight play o/s steering rack

  26. Pass96,374 miles (+13,595)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    96,374 miles
    Test number
    805671312140
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteSlight play o/s steering rack

  27. Pass82,779 miles (+9,296)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,779 miles
    Test number
    289892211149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre stop light not working

  28. Pass73,483 miles (+1,215)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,483 miles
    Test number
    354906410152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion n/s rear wishbone
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  29. Pass72,268 miles (+3,412)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    72,268 miles
    Test number
    240507009492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s seat belt worn
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NoteRear brake pads are WORN

  30. Pass68,856 miles (-2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    68,856 miles
    Test number
    291838108408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Fail68,858 miles (+5,456)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,858 miles
    Test number
    841747308103
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass63,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    63,402 miles
    Test number
    620855717139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail63,402 miles (+7,901)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,402 miles
    Test number
    562125417153
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre on legal limit

  34. Pass55,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    55,501 miles
    Test number
    811918716125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T273 MHB

Does T273 MHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T273 MHB is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T273 MHB?
The MOT on T273 MHB is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T273 MHB done?
T273 MHB was recorded at 120,831 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 3,199 miles a year.
Has T273 MHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T273 MHB has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T273 MHB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T273 MHB find?
T273 MHB passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; front steering box has seepage; all suspension & steering components corroded.

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