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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T281 TVTMOT history

T281 TVT is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
109,082 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 TVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 TVT was last recorded at 109,082 miles on 11 May 2026, 3,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
105,319 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,763 miles
Average per year
2,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,082 miles
  • 2025 – 105,319 miles
  • 2024 – 101,699 miles
  • 2023 – 98,753 miles
  • 2022 – 97,065 miles
  • 2021 – 93,349 miles
  • 2020 – 90,653 miles
  • 2019 – 86,454 miles
  • 2018 – 83,528 miles
  • 2016 – 82,080 miles
  • 2015 – 79,938 miles
  • 2014 – 78,085 miles
  • 2013 – 75,908 miles
  • 2012 – 74,394 miles
  • 2011 – 71,301 miles
  • 2010 – 68,328 miles
  • 2009 – 65,019 miles
  • 2008 – 60,196 miles
  • 2007 – 56,476 miles
  • 2006 – 52,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,082 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split on end (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper rubber split on end (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases trail exhaust has slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r tyre worn close to legal limit 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn close to legal limit 2.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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 absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,082 miles (+3,763)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    109,082 miles
    Test number
    802265036842
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split on end (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper rubber split on end (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases trail exhaust has slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r tyre worn close to legal limit 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn close to legal limit 2.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass105,319 miles (+3,620)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    105,319 miles
    Test number
    396106204863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass101,699 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    101,699 miles
    Test number
    486082202486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box outer skin peeled away (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly cracked

  4. Fail101,699 miles (+2,946)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,699 miles
    Test number
    955610458935
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box outer skin peeled away (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly cracked

  5. Pass98,753 miles (+1,688)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    98,753 miles
    Test number
    573052345558
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox Corroded/Blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass97,065 miles (+3,716)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,065 miles
    Test number
    697038689714
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass93,349 miles (+2,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2022
    Odometer
    93,349 miles
    Test number
    525470764288
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass90,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2021
    Odometer
    90,653 miles
    Test number
    621895678222
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail90,653 miles (+4,199)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,653 miles
    Test number
    132957222083
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass86,454 miles (+2,926)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,454 miles
    Test number
    121024656205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,528 miles (+1,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,528 miles
    Test number
    988502216902
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass82,080 miles (+2,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,080 miles
    Test number
    130182065213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  13. Pass79,938 miles (+1,853)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    79,938 miles
    Test number
    516429395042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOuter skin on rear silencer is corroded

  14. Pass78,085 miles (+2,177)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,085 miles
    Test number
    478898094083
    • NoteOuter skin on the rear silencer is corroded

  15. Pass75,908 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,908 miles
    Test number
    108119793414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded and has a slight blow
    • NoteN/s/f brake disc has been hot

  16. Fail75,905 miles (+1,511)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,905 miles
    Test number
    168279693478
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded and has a slight blow
    • NoteN/s/f brake disc has been hot

  17. Pass74,394 miles (+3,093)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,394 miles
    Test number
    817842522180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,301 miles (+2,973)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,301 miles
    Test number
    528227591009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass68,328 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    68,328 miles
    Test number
    782986510132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,019 miles (+4,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,019 miles
    Test number
    173419599099
    • 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)

  21. Pass60,196 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    60,196 miles
    Test number
    171377328184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,476 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,476 miles
    Test number
    150482407179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,761 miles
    Test number
    483824526192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 TVT

Does T281 TVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T281 TVT is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T281 TVT?
The MOT on T281 TVT is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T281 TVT done?
T281 TVT was recorded at 109,082 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 2,813 miles a year.
Has T281 TVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 TVT has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T281 TVT 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 T281 TVT find?
T281 TVT passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split on end; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective wiper rubber split on end; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases trail exhaust has slight blow, and 2 more.

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