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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

T2 CSHMOT history

T2 CSH is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 14 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 147,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
147,124 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T2 CSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T2 CSH was last recorded at 147,124 miles on 21 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Mar 2015: 63,313 miles, lower than 120,736 miles on 23 Mar 2015.

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
147,123 miles · 14 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,124 miles
  • 2025 – 146,475 miles
  • 2024 – 144,619 miles
  • 2023 – 143,377 miles
  • 2022 – 141,844 miles
  • 2021 – 140,578 miles
  • 2019 – 139,250 miles
  • 2018 – 137,381 miles
  • 2017 – 128,082 miles
  • 2016 – 124,142 miles
  • 2015 – 63,313 miles
  • 2014 – 117,066 miles
  • 2012 – 113,581 miles
  • 2011 – 110,711 miles
  • 2010 – 108,646 miles
  • 2009 – 102,944 miles
  • 2008 – 96,268 miles
  • 2006 – 73,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,124 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,124 miles (+1)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    147,124 miles
    Test number
    353958056369
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,123 miles (+648)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,123 miles
    Test number
    506742779489
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    146,475 miles
    Test number
    896114471492
    • AdvisoryCORROSION BECOMING ESTABLISHED TO VARIOUS PARTS OF BODY/SUSPENSION AND BRAKE PIPES-WILL REQUIRE ATTENTION IN FUTURE.

  4. Fail146,475 miles (+1,856)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,475 miles
    Test number
    989503111229
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION BECOMING ESTABLISHED TO VARIOUS PARTS OF BODY/SUSPENSION AND BRAKE PIPES-WILL REQUIRE ATTENTION IN FUTURE.

  5. Pass144,619 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    144,619 miles
    Test number
    938636653483
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail144,619 miles (+1,242)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,619 miles
    Test number
    825586741752
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass143,377 miles (+1,533)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    143,377 miles
    Test number
    581991111190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass141,844 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    141,844 miles
    Test number
    853387455163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail141,844 miles (+1,266)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,844 miles
    Test number
    533096007111
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass140,578 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    140,578 miles
    Test number
    842116976903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail140,577 miles (+1,327)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,577 miles
    Test number
    614430279635
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass139,250 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    139,250 miles
    Test number
    643922780199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail139,249 miles (+1,868)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,249 miles
    Test number
    436241993845
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass137,381 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    137,381 miles
    Test number
    993597941510
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  15. Fail137,381 miles (+9,299)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,381 miles
    Test number
    168043276537
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass128,082 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    128,082 miles
    Test number
    326983964950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail128,080 miles (+3,938)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,080 miles
    Test number
    141284837040
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass124,142 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,142 miles
    Test number
    214362158365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail124,142 miles (+60,829)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,142 miles
    Test number
    836435885895
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  20. Pass63,313 miles (-57,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,313 miles
    Test number
    857785385022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail120,736 miles (+3,670)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,736 miles
    Test number
    426722985009
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail117,066 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,066 miles
    Test number
    157720184025
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass117,066 miles (+3,485)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    117,066 miles
    Test number
    349840884004
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass113,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    113,581 miles
    Test number
    217553352131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail113,581 miles (+2,870)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,581 miles
    Test number
    839543152163
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass110,711 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    110,711 miles
    Test number
    179808951149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail110,709 miles (+2,063)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,709 miles
    Test number
    505393351176
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass108,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    108,646 miles
    Test number
    473501630177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail108,646 miles (+5,702)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,646 miles
    Test number
    394760230167
    • FailureNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass102,944 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    102,944 miles
    Test number
    202577229448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Fail102,944 miles (+6,676)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,944 miles
    Test number
    612437329188
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  32. Pass96,268 miles (+23,126)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    96,268 miles
    Test number
    823410938190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass73,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    73,142 miles
    Test number
    363979276158
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T2 CSH

Does T2 CSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T2 CSH is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T2 CSH?
The MOT on T2 CSH is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T2 CSH done?
T2 CSH was recorded at 147,124 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,718 miles a year.
Has T2 CSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T2 CSH has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T2 CSH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T2 CSH find?
T2 CSH passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 5 more.

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