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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,800 cc

T299 TSCMOT history

T299 TSC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 118,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
118,470 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T299 TSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T299 TSC was last recorded at 118,470 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 1,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,926 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,544 miles
Average per year
3,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,470 miles
  • 2025 – 116,926 miles
  • 2024 – 113,615 miles
  • 2023 – 109,885 miles
  • 2022 – 107,517 miles
  • 2021 – 105,167 miles
  • 2020 – 105,162 miles
  • 2019 – 104,239 miles
  • 2018 – 102,142 miles
  • 2017 – 99,750 miles
  • 2016 – 96,670 miles
  • 2015 – 92,845 miles
  • 2014 – 89,143 miles
  • 2013 – 84,740 miles
  • 2012 – 78,873 miles
  • 2011 – 74,335 miles
  • 2010 – 71,407 miles
  • 2009 – 68,406 miles
  • 2008 – 64,842 miles
  • 2007 – 59,173 miles
  • 2006 – 51,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,470 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both slightly hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll brakes imbalanced, suggesting service or repair required
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn close to legal limit and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySlight weep from power steering pump

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,470 miles (+1,544)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    118,470 miles
    Test number
    894217045620
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both slightly hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brakes imbalanced, suggesting service or repair required
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn close to legal limit and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight weep from power steering pump
  2. Pass116,926 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    116,926 miles
    Test number
    119802329942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail116,926 miles (+3,311)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,926 miles
    Test number
    398882601539
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass113,615 miles (+3,730)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    113,615 miles
    Test number
    588418424516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,885 miles (+2,368)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,885 miles
    Test number
    304701595941
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (Front) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brakes imbalanced, suggesting service or repair required
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit **BORDERLINE** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort has only just met the minimum requirement, suggesting service or repair required
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  6. Pass107,517 miles (+2,350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,517 miles
    Test number
    961027453830
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  7. Pass105,167 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,167 miles
    Test number
    574641974803
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corrosion
    • AdvisorySuspension corroding all
  8. Fail105,162 miles (+923)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,162 miles
    Test number
    284528002861
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension componants corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
  9. Pass104,239 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,239 miles
    Test number
    483522400877
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s outer sill
  10. Fail104,239 miles (+2,097)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,239 miles
    Test number
    979294659561
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s outer sill
  11. Pass102,142 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,142 miles
    Test number
    372841319877
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak
  12. Fail102,142 miles (+2,392)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,142 miles
    Test number
    453175427282
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak
  13. Pass99,750 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    99,750 miles
    Test number
    191904481724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,670 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    96,670 miles
    Test number
    216641356347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,667 miles (+3,822)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,667 miles
    Test number
    293158255219
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking to steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel filter area (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  16. Pass92,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,845 miles
    Test number
    737656486848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,845 miles (+3,702)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,845 miles
    Test number
    827573398626
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  18. Pass89,143 miles (+4,403)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    89,143 miles
    Test number
    267601804329
    • NoteNSF shock absorber weeping and rear brakes starting to corrode.
  19. Pass84,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,740 miles
    Test number
    726868813306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail84,738 miles (+5,865)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,738 miles
    Test number
    188948313300
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  21. Pass78,873 miles (+4,538)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    78,873 miles
    Test number
    839798152277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass74,335 miles (+2,928)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,335 miles
    Test number
    998208351272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,407 miles (+3,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,407 miles
    Test number
    470245960218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass68,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    68,406 miles
    Test number
    313161569432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,400 miles (+3,558)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,400 miles
    Test number
    500051069257
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass64,842 miles (+5,669)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,842 miles
    Test number
    352108168284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,173 miles (+8,091)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,173 miles
    Test number
    120848587160
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  28. Pass51,082 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    51,082 miles
    Test number
    144767406218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail51,076 miles1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,076 miles
    Test number
    440876706215
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear shockabsorber top mountings splitting.
    • NoteFront number plate starting to seperate.
    • NoteNearside front brake pipe corroding.
    • NoteSmall chip in windscreen zone a.

Questions about T299 TSC

Does T299 TSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T299 TSC is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T299 TSC?
The MOT on T299 TSC is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T299 TSC done?
T299 TSC was recorded at 118,470 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 3,420 miles a year.
Has T299 TSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T299 TSC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T299 TSC 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 T299 TSC find?
T299 TSC passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both slightly hazy; all brakes imbalanced, suggesting service or repair required; both outer sills corroded, and 4 more.

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