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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T331 KJFMOT history

T331 KJF is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 184,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
184,366 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T331 KJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T331 KJF was last recorded at 184,366 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,366 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 184,366 miles
  • 2024 – 173,805 miles
  • 2023 – 172,320 miles
  • 2022 – 167,928 miles
  • 2021 – 163,024 miles
  • 2020 – 158,101 miles
  • 2019 – 155,072 miles
  • 2018 – 151,451 miles
  • 2017 – 147,620 miles
  • 2016 – 141,655 miles
  • 2015 – 137,891 miles
  • 2014 – 127,205 miles
  • 2013 – 119,246 miles
  • 2012 – 114,021 miles
  • 2011 – 109,174 miles
  • 2010 – 104,222 miles
  • 2009 – 98,133 miles
  • 2008 – 88,719 miles
  • 2007 – 79,928 miles
  • 2006 – 66,828 miles
  • 2005 – 53,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,366 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Door handle broken.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVarious bolt on outer bodywork deteriorated / corroded with temporary repairs.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Bolt on cover panels for wings, sills, have various areas and degrees of corrosion and damage, with temporary repairs.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Inner Door pull handle broken.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,366 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    184,366 miles
    Test number
    446792820945
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Door handle broken.
    • AdvisoryVarious bolt on outer bodywork deteriorated / corroded with temporary repairs.

  2. Fail184,366 miles (+10,561)1 dangerous8 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,366 miles
    Test number
    587918241043
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake insecure Brake hose retainer broken. (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Door handle broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious bolt on outer bodywork deteriorated / corroded with temporary repairs.

  3. Pass173,805 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    173,805 miles
    Test number
    858286082977
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBolt on cover panels for wings, sills, have various areas and degrees of corrosion and damage, with temporary repairs.
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Door pull handle broken.

  4. Fail173,805 miles (+1,485)4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,805 miles
    Test number
    780106791272
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBolt on cover panels for wings, sills, have various areas and degrees of corrosion and damage, with temporary repairs.
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Door pull handle broken.

  5. Pass172,320 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    172,320 miles
    Test number
    124244686113
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Retaining clip insecure & half broken. (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed Chafing on parking brake cable. (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside bolt on cover sills deteriorated & corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside bolt on front & rear wings deteriorated & corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door pull handle broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel tank slightly loose Strap corroded. (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail172,320 miles (+4,392)9 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,320 miles
    Test number
    141570558736
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Fuel tank insecure Strap corroded & broken. (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Retaining clip insecure & half broken. (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed Chafing on parking brake cable. (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside bolt on cover sills deteriorated & corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside bolt on front & rear wings deteriorated & corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door pull handle broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel tank slightly loose Strap corroded. (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass167,928 miles (+4,904)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,928 miles
    Test number
    308148614795
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside bolt on outer sill cover corroded & deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear & Offside rear bolt on outer wing corroded & deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Door handle damaged & broken off
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass163,024 miles (+24)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    163,024 miles
    Test number
    548148063269
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Bolt on cover sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bodywork corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Bolt on cover sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner door handle damaged & broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bodywork corroded

  9. Fail163,000 miles (+40)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,000 miles
    Test number
    709482875600
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Bolt on cover sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bodywork corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Bolt on cover sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner door handle damaged & broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bodywork corroded

  10. Fail162,960 miles (+4,859)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,960 miles
    Test number
    944589456709
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch & bolt on sill panel corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside inner & outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner door panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch & bolt on sill panel corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside inner & outer sill corroded

  11. Pass158,101 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    158,101 miles
    Test number
    985823301236
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside bolt on outer sill cover panels corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear wheel arches corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail158,101 miles (+3,029)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,101 miles
    Test number
    535131068941
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside bolt on outer sill cover panels corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear wheel arches corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass155,072 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    155,072 miles
    Test number
    717927944862
    • AdvisoryNearside Bolt on outer sill corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Bolt on outer sill corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded at the time of test.

  14. Fail155,055 miles (+3,604)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,055 miles
    Test number
    844049848100
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure Excessive corrosion. (1.1.14 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Bolt on outer sill corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Bolt on outer sill corroded at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded at the time of test.

  15. Pass151,451 miles (+3,831)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    151,451 miles
    Test number
    820281758052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake back plate slightly corroded at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass147,620 miles (+5,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    147,620 miles
    Test number
    470319780122
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  17. Pass141,655 miles (+3,764)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    141,655 miles
    Test number
    531137407638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass137,891 miles (+10,686)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    137,891 miles
    Test number
    720150178573
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion os & ns rear outer sill end (6.1.B.2)
    • 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)

  19. Pass127,205 miles (+7,959)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    127,205 miles
    Test number
    215225044294
    • NoteCorrosion breaking out to osr and nsr suspention arms
    • NoteNail in osr tyre
    • NoteOsf and nsf tyres starting to get close to legal limit
    • NoteOsr and nsr tyres worn close to legal limit

  20. Pass119,246 miles (+5,225)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    119,246 miles
    Test number
    257616143229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass114,021 miles (+4,847)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    114,021 miles
    Test number
    208596932208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,174 miles (+4,952)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    109,174 miles
    Test number
    979680531295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass104,222 miles (+6,089)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    104,222 miles
    Test number
    160472030212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,133 miles (+9,414)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    98,133 miles
    Test number
    364035819296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass88,719 miles (+8,791)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    88,719 miles
    Test number
    872807318253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,928 miles (+13,100)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    79,928 miles
    Test number
    291420747295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass66,828 miles (+13,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    66,828 miles
    Test number
    162083326230
    • NoteNs park brake cable split

  28. Pass53,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    572684025245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T331 KJF

Does T331 KJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T331 KJF is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T331 KJF?
The MOT on T331 KJF is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T331 KJF done?
T331 KJF was recorded at 184,366 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 6,460 miles a year.
Has T331 KJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T331 KJF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T331 KJF 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 T331 KJF find?
T331 KJF passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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