
BMW Z3
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc
T297 LECMOT history
T297 LEC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 123,448 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 19 Jun 2026
- Mileage
- 123,448 mi
- At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 19 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 3,127 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T297 LEC
- 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
- 1 May 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 19 Jun 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Jun 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
T297 LEC was last recorded at 123,448 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 123,210 miles · 9 Jun 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 238 miles
- Average per year
- 3,127 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 123,448 miles
- 2025 – 123,210 miles
- 2024 – 122,851 miles
- 2023 – 122,733 miles
- 2022 – 122,716 miles
- 2021 – 122,495 miles
- 2020 – 122,165 miles
- 2018 – 122,112 miles
- 2017 – 119,899 miles
- 2016 – 115,490 miles
- 2015 – 114,229 miles
- 2014 – 111,925 miles
- 2013 – 106,369 miles
- 2012 – 100,952 miles
- 2011 – 98,753 miles
- 2010 – 97,058 miles
- 2009 – 93,553 miles
- 2008 – 83,700 miles
- 2007 – 72,382 miles
- 2006 – 60,499 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
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.
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and rear suspension components
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s and o/s
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017
Full MOT history
31 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail123,448 miles (+238)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,448 miles
- Test number
- 896111584230
- DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass123,210 miles (+359)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 123,210 miles
- Test number
- 330498418271
- AdvisoryBoth outer sill corroded
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and rear suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Pass122,851 miles (+18)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 122,851 miles
- Test number
- 511022302172
- AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers corroded
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Fail122,833 miles (+100)3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,833 miles
- Test number
- 288823766370
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers corroded
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Pass122,733 miles (+17)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 122,733 miles
- Test number
- 503648078867
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S + O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S + O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail122,716 miles (+221)1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,716 miles
- Test number
- 768359458351
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes corroded x 2,rear section by arm corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill cover corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill cover corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass122,495 miles (+17)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 122,495 miles
- Test number
- 367748674912
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe,rear section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth n/s and o/s outer sill covers corroded
Fail122,478 miles (+313)7 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,478 miles
- Test number
- 131952190995
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe,rear section corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth n/s and o/s outer sill covers corroded
Pass122,165 miles (+33)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 122,165 miles
- Test number
- 786302852261
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail122,132 miles (+20)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,132 miles
- Test number
- 959364775177
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Lower cill cover ex corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass122,112 miles (+1)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 May 2019
- Odometer
- 122,112 miles
- Test number
- 789670130555
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cracking
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cracking
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Fail122,111 miles (+2,212)6 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,111 miles
- Test number
- 873253396547
- FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
- FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cracking
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cracking
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Pass119,899 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 119,899 miles
- Test number
- 866178929642
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
Fail119,896 miles (+4,406)6 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,896 miles
- Test number
- 251959166112
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
Pass115,490 miles (+1,261)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 115,490 miles
- Test number
- 585313342385
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass114,229 miles (+6)12 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 114,229 miles
- Test number
- 825719695031
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteBattery in boot insecure
- NoteCentre exhaust poor condition
- NoteNearside handbrake cable outer split
- NoteOffside handbrake cable outer split
Fail114,223 miles (+2,298)4 failures12 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,223 miles
- Test number
- 888182795031
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteBattery in boot insecure
- NoteCentre exhaust poor condition
- NoteNearside handbrake cable outer split
- NoteOffside handbrake cable outer split
Pass111,925 miles (+8)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 111,925 miles
- Test number
- 438847694003
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail111,917 miles (+5,548)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,917 miles
- Test number
- 425203494063
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass106,369 miles (+4)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 106,369 miles
- Test number
- 155746403157
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail106,365 miles (+5,413)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,365 miles
- Test number
- 726586993025
- FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Pass100,952 miles (+2,199)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 100,952 miles
- Test number
- 488514902133
- NoteExhaust system deteriated
- NoteRear brake discs pitted
Pass98,753 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 98,753 miles
- Test number
- 596507791036
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail98,753 miles (+1,695)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,753 miles
- Test number
- 909627991082
- Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Pass97,058 miles (+3,505)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 97,058 miles
- Test number
- 110972800167
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Fail93,553 miles1 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,553 miles
- Test number
- 284853519391
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass93,553 miles (+9,853)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 93,553 miles
- Test number
- 324693519398
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass83,700 miles (+1,139)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 83,700 miles
- Test number
- 361238918393
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass82,561 miles (+10,179)
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2009
- Odometer
- 82,561 miles
- Test number
- 770870858116
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,382 miles (+11,883)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2008
- Odometer
- 72,382 miles
- Test number
- 984134237166
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
Pass60,499 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2007
- Odometer
- 60,499 miles
- Test number
- 681172236132
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T297 LEC
- Does T297 LEC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T297 LEC expired on 19 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T297 LEC?
- The MOT on T297 LEC expired on 19 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T297 LEC done?
- T297 LEC was recorded at 123,448 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 3,127 miles a year.
- Has T297 LEC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T297 LEC has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on T297 LEC 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 T297 LEC find?
- T297 LEC failed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front brake disc significantly and obviously worn; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn, and 6 more.
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