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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T348 RDSMOT history

T348 RDS is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,586 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T348 RDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T348 RDS was last recorded at 89,586 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,441 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
145 miles
Average per year
2,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,586 miles
  • 2023 – 89,441 miles
  • 2022 – 86,513 miles
  • 2021 – 84,092 miles
  • 2020 – 82,144 miles
  • 2019 – 78,282 miles
  • 2018 – 73,534 miles
  • 2017 – 67,969 miles
  • 2016 – 66,005 miles
  • 2015 – 64,849 miles
  • 2014 – 62,771 miles
  • 2013 – 62,131 miles
  • 2012 – 60,512 miles
  • 2011 – 58,759 miles
  • 2010 – 56,562 miles
  • 2008 – 48,867 miles
  • 2007 – 46,231 miles
  • 2006 – 42,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,586 miles
  • AdvisoryDisc pad warning light on
  • AdvisoryVehicle has been welded in various places

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,586 miles (+145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,586 miles
    Test number
    160085649946
    • AdvisoryDisc pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been welded in various places

  2. Fail89,441 miles (+2,928)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,441 miles
    Test number
    574612480252
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock absorber mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill in various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock absorber mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill in various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass86,513 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    86,513 miles
    Test number
    190867755655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail86,513 miles (+2,421)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,513 miles
    Test number
    821629071970
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,092 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    84,092 miles
    Test number
    101463117749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills around jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner /outer sill around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail84,092 miles (+1,948)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,092 miles
    Test number
    984560974459
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills around jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner /outer sill around jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass82,144 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    82,144 miles
    Test number
    649259288069
    • AdvisoryBoth sides inner sills/floor areas around jacking points slightly corroded at the front and rear. Sill covers also have some slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail82,144 miles (+3,862)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,144 miles
    Test number
    561525092896
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides inner sills/floor areas around jacking points slightly corroded at the front and rear. Sill covers also have some slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,282 miles (+4,748)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,282 miles
    Test number
    303151378535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,534 miles (+5,565)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,534 miles
    Test number
    673298598355
    • AdvisoryFront Both tyres in poor condition due to cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill around jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill around jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass67,969 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,969 miles
    Test number
    299745879640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail67,934 miles (+1,929)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,934 miles
    Test number
    748283230191
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass66,005 miles (+1,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,005 miles
    Test number
    530453216489
    • AdvisoryNearside park effort low
    • AdvisoryRear sneak outer bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear x beatm outer bushes worn

  14. Pass64,849 miles (+2,078)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,849 miles
    Test number
    757542915179
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSlight wear in rear bushes on front wishbones

  15. Pass62,771 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,771 miles
    Test number
    368974714195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,131 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,131 miles
    Test number
    379969433247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,080 miles (+1,568)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,080 miles
    Test number
    598863733273
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass60,512 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,512 miles
    Test number
    488240432296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,509 miles (+1,750)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,509 miles
    Test number
    835858422254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass58,759 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,759 miles
    Test number
    306151931401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,562 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    56,562 miles
    Test number
    464299630221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,561 miles (+3,138)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,561 miles
    Test number
    772512130231
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass53,423 miles (+4,556)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,423 miles
    Test number
    850988390017
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to step
    • NoteParts of the underside of vehicle starting to corrode
    • NoteRear brake pipes coated in grease

  24. Pass48,867 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    48,867 miles
    Test number
    162674568160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,231 miles (+3,448)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,231 miles
    Test number
    532811877152
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear brake disc surfaces slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack/perish, also nearside rear tyre measuring at 2mm, legal limit 1.6mm, size:225/45Y17
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal perishing
    • NoteNearside hand brake cable outer casing split

  26. Pass42,783 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,783 miles
    Test number
    611996266181
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer sidewalls perishing
    • NoteSlight oil leak from gearbox

Questions about T348 RDS

Does T348 RDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T348 RDS is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T348 RDS?
The MOT on T348 RDS is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T348 RDS done?
T348 RDS was recorded at 89,586 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 2,358 miles a year.
Has T348 RDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T348 RDS has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T348 RDS 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 T348 RDS find?
T348 RDS passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: disc pad warning light on; vehicle has been welded in various places.

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