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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T289 MGPMOT history

T289 MGP is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 139,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
139,010 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T289 MGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T289 MGP was last recorded at 139,010 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 4,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,108 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,902 miles
Average per year
4,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,010 miles
  • 2025 – 134,108 miles
  • 2024 – 132,610 miles
  • 2023 – 132,236 miles
  • 2022 – 131,748 miles
  • 2021 – 130,691 miles
  • 2020 – 130,230 miles
  • 2019 – 129,475 miles
  • 2018 – 121,872 miles
  • 2017 – 112,159 miles
  • 2016 – 103,019 miles
  • 2015 – 92,673 miles
  • 2014 – 84,631 miles
  • 2013 – 77,875 miles
  • 2012 – 74,685 miles
  • 2011 – 69,728 miles
  • 2010 – 65,815 miles
  • 2009 – 60,775 miles
  • 2008 – 53,520 miles
  • 2007 – 43,748 miles
  • 2006 – 39,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,010 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,010 miles (+4,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    139,010 miles
    Test number
    526353297066
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Pass134,108 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,108 miles
    Test number
    118385956996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass132,610 miles (+374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    132,610 miles
    Test number
    758487999949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,236 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    132,236 miles
    Test number
    848681827404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail132,236 miles (+8)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,236 miles
    Test number
    124397515782
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail132,228 miles (+480)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,228 miles
    Test number
    104803205100
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass131,748 miles (+1,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    131,748 miles
    Test number
    381171720936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass130,691 miles (+461)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    130,691 miles
    Test number
    933737445407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderneath has slight corrosion

  9. Pass130,230 miles (+755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    130,230 miles
    Test number
    201066141731
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass129,475 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    129,475 miles
    Test number
    344687177436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail129,424 miles (+7,552)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,424 miles
    Test number
    299102805185
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake 17% (min. 16%)

  12. Pass121,872 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,872 miles
    Test number
    460451564771
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam images poor

  13. Fail121,871 miles (+9,712)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,871 miles
    Test number
    108003921413
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam images poor

  14. Pass112,159 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    112,159 miles
    Test number
    294170399059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE 17%

  15. Fail112,158 miles (+9,139)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,158 miles
    Test number
    784234525570
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE 17%

  16. Pass103,019 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,019 miles
    Test number
    260535183245
    • AdvisoryBOLT MISSING FROM FRONT EXHAUST BRACKET

  17. Fail103,017 miles (+10,344)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,017 miles
    Test number
    836730186408
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBOLT MISSING FROM FRONT EXHAUST BRACKET

  18. Pass92,673 miles (+8,042)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,673 miles
    Test number
    229990155064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses cloudy but beam patterns ok at time of test.

  19. Pass84,631 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,631 miles
    Test number
    397303164066
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres cracking on outer edges and nearside front outer sidewall damaged

  20. Fail84,631 miles (+6,756)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,631 miles
    Test number
    466403964066
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres cracking on outer edges and nearside front outer sidewall damaged

  21. Pass77,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,875 miles
    Test number
    167384973095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail77,875 miles (+3,190)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,875 miles
    Test number
    936484773023
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass74,685 miles (+4,957)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,685 miles
    Test number
    286432472004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,728 miles (+3,913)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,728 miles
    Test number
    415028861089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,815 miles
    Test number
    102258960434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,815 miles (+5,040)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,815 miles
    Test number
    560558660001
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass60,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,775 miles
    Test number
    871449569083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,775 miles (+7,255)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,775 miles
    Test number
    493319469080
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  29. Pass53,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,520 miles
    Test number
    471500378050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail53,520 miles (+9,772)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,520 miles
    Test number
    222400978086
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass43,748 miles (+4,370)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,748 miles
    Test number
    173527867071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass39,378 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,378 miles
    Test number
    491004076081
    • 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)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

Questions about T289 MGP

Does T289 MGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T289 MGP is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T289 MGP?
The MOT on T289 MGP is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T289 MGP done?
T289 MGP was recorded at 139,010 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 4,975 miles a year.
Has T289 MGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T289 MGP has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T289 MGP 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 T289 MGP find?
T289 MGP passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded.

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