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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T330 AJBMOT history

T330 AJB is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 81,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,521 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T330 AJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T330 AJB was last recorded at 81,521 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 2,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,393 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,128 miles
Average per year
2,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,521 miles
  • 2025 – 79,393 miles
  • 2023 – 69,951 miles
  • 2022 – 65,012 miles
  • 2021 – 60,914 miles
  • 2020 – 58,570 miles
  • 2019 – 57,883 miles
  • 2018 – 55,611 miles
  • 2017 – 53,654 miles
  • 2016 – 52,313 miles
  • 2015 – 51,634 miles
  • 2014 – 49,560 miles
  • 2013 – 47,205 miles
  • 2012 – 45,779 miles
  • 2011 – 43,572 miles
  • 2010 – 39,579 miles
  • 2009 – 35,362 miles
  • 2008 – 32,293 miles
  • 2007 – 29,066 miles
  • 2006 – 25,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,521 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,521 miles (+2,128)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,521 miles
    Test number
    392318038883
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,393 miles (+9,442)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,393 miles
    Test number
    363720777299
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cup sealing ring Pershing recommend replace soon

  3. Pass69,951 miles (+4,939)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,951 miles
    Test number
    199025426600
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass65,012 miles (+45)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,012 miles
    Test number
    484662155643
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front arm rear bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap rusty

  5. Fail64,967 miles (+4,053)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,967 miles
    Test number
    952760152416
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens 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))

  6. Pass60,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,914 miles
    Test number
    483681780164
    • AdvisoryNearside Washer jet requires adjustment.

  7. Fail60,912 miles (+2,342)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,912 miles
    Test number
    711930976041
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Washer jet requires adjustment.

  8. Pass58,570 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,570 miles
    Test number
    460280440639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,883 miles
    Test number
    667150660472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,883 miles (+2,272)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,883 miles
    Test number
    446485609118
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Pass55,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,611 miles
    Test number
    350037599298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,611 miles (+1,957)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,611 miles
    Test number
    931764078382
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass53,654 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    454334714564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,527 miles (+1,214)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,527 miles
    Test number
    278148241975
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass52,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,313 miles
    Test number
    843302239806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,313 miles (+679)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,313 miles
    Test number
    762639318704
    • Repaired at testFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass51,634 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,634 miles
    Test number
    129873505293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,560 miles (+2,355)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    49,560 miles
    Test number
    498115804215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,205 miles
    Test number
    818694083117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,205 miles (+1,426)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,205 miles
    Test number
    509902783173
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass45,779 miles (+2,207)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,779 miles
    Test number
    296035422450
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust back box out skin corroded
    • NoteFront wiperts smear
    • NotePlay in o/s/f rack end

  22. Pass43,572 miles (+3,993)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,572 miles
    Test number
    585396841117
    • NoteFront and rear discs rusty.

  23. Pass39,579 miles (+4,217)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,579 miles
    Test number
    822850150036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,362 miles (+3,069)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,362 miles
    Test number
    213353669008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,293 miles (+3,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,293 miles
    Test number
    563770078050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass29,066 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,066 miles
    Test number
    813881607112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,377 miles (+2,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,377 miles
    Test number
    332485207068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  28. Pass25,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    25,754 miles
    Test number
    824232516063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T330 AJB

Does T330 AJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T330 AJB is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T330 AJB?
The MOT on T330 AJB is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T330 AJB done?
T330 AJB was recorded at 81,521 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 2,762 miles a year.
Has T330 AJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T330 AJB has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T330 AJB 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 T330 AJB find?
T330 AJB passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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