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BMW Z3

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T349 VHJMOT history

T349 VHJ is a grey petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 93,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
93,531 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T349 VHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T349 VHJ was last recorded at 93,531 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,062 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
469 miles
Average per year
2,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,531 miles
  • 2025 – 93,062 miles
  • 2024 – 92,514 miles
  • 2023 – 90,312 miles
  • 2022 – 89,404 miles
  • 2021 – 88,710 miles
  • 2020 – 88,457 miles
  • 2019 – 88,136 miles
  • 2018 – 86,304 miles
  • 2017 – 85,890 miles
  • 2016 – 85,511 miles
  • 2015 – 83,615 miles
  • 2013 – 82,168 miles
  • 2012 – 80,479 miles
  • 2011 – 78,939 miles
  • 2010 – 75,512 miles
  • 2009 – 65,808 miles
  • 2007 – 56,248 miles
  • 2006 – 42,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,531 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front washer jet not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,531 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    93,531 miles
    Test number
    227534337734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    93,062 miles
    Test number
    794006202640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail93,062 miles (+548)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,062 miles
    Test number
    727987812409
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

  4. Pass92,514 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,514 miles
    Test number
    651447459438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail92,512 miles (+2,200)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,512 miles
    Test number
    766069518327
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling inner wing on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling inner wing on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass90,312 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,312 miles
    Test number
    905248000721
    • AdvisoryOffside Front washer jet not working

  7. Fail90,267 miles (+22)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,267 miles
    Test number
    901851066842
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front washer jet not working

  8. Fail90,245 miles (+841)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,245 miles
    Test number
    419339978144
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute Advise fitting inline resistors (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOff side washer jet not working

  9. Pass89,404 miles (+20)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,404 miles
    Test number
    588288166435
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail89,384 miles (+674)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,384 miles
    Test number
    234880722817
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass88,710 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,710 miles
    Test number
    450585513044
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated

  12. Fail88,710 miles (+253)1 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,710 miles
    Test number
    462892976560
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated

  13. Pass88,457 miles (+321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,457 miles
    Test number
    525374933700
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass88,136 miles (+31)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,136 miles
    Test number
    391825554923
    • AdvisoryCentral non Obligatory mirror Missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Fail88,105 miles (+1,801)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,105 miles
    Test number
    813884055466
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral non Obligatory mirror Missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass86,304 miles (+414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,304 miles
    Test number
    507350223555
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both inner wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake slight binding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to both hubs (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass85,890 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,890 miles
    Test number
    710796195955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail85,866 miles (+355)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,866 miles
    Test number
    724040462346
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass85,511 miles (+1,012)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,511 miles
    Test number
    217296076400
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail84,499 miles (+884)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,499 miles
    Test number
    213785147477
    • FailureCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has age cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has age cracks

  21. Pass83,615 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,615 miles
    Test number
    939116845194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,582 miles (+1,414)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,582 miles
    Test number
    899574335104
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass82,168 miles (+1,689)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    82,168 miles
    Test number
    268820533478
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer sidewalls cracking
    • NoteVarious brake pipes corroding

  24. Pass80,479 miles (+1,540)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    80,479 miles
    Test number
    926978292042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,939 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,939 miles
    Test number
    225969661080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail78,932 miles (+3,420)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,932 miles
    Test number
    218736361009
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  27. Pass75,512 miles (+9,704)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,512 miles
    Test number
    473816300066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass65,808 miles (+9,560)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,808 miles
    Test number
    793435909003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass56,248 miles (+6,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,248 miles
    Test number
    100046747317
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass49,799 miles (+7,566)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,799 miles
    Test number
    504454007074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass42,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,233 miles
    Test number
    593440116027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail42,233 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,233 miles
    Test number
    891270516074
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T349 VHJ

Does T349 VHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T349 VHJ is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T349 VHJ?
The MOT on T349 VHJ is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T349 VHJ done?
T349 VHJ was recorded at 93,531 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 2,545 miles a year.
Has T349 VHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T349 VHJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T349 VHJ 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 T349 VHJ find?
T349 VHJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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