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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T353 PKEMOT history

T353 PKE is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 118,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
118,462 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T353 PKE
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
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T353 PKE was last recorded at 118,462 miles on 30 Nov 2024, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,446 miles · 7 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
2,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,462 miles
  • 2023 – 118,446 miles
  • 2021 – 118,439 miles
  • 2019 – 117,964 miles
  • 2017 – 117,725 miles
  • 2016 – 117,539 miles
  • 2014 – 116,224 miles
  • 2013 – 114,594 miles
  • 2012 – 113,102 miles
  • 2011 – 110,470 miles
  • 2010 – 100,553 miles
  • 2009 – 91,928 miles
  • 2008 – 85,428 miles
  • 2006 – 78,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,462 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracked on both rear anti roll bar links (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front pipes on both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear jacking points and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes on both front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,462 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,462 miles
    Test number
    911281262185
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracked on both rear anti roll bar links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front pipes on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear jacking points and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes on both front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,446 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    118,446 miles
    Test number
    700884188682
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracked on both rear anti roll bar links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front pipes on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear jacking points and both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,439 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,439 miles
    Test number
    413097924209
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front pipes on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear jacking points on both sides and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail118,439 miles (+475)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,439 miles
    Test number
    625908745952
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front pipes on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear jacking points on both sides and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass117,964 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    117,964 miles
    Test number
    964869850197
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail117,964 miles (+239)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,964 miles
    Test number
    780910800342
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front & both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass117,725 miles (+186)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    117,725 miles
    Test number
    959566090890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  8. Pass117,539 miles (+8)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    117,539 miles
    Test number
    648144805848
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Fail117,531 miles (+1,307)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,531 miles
    Test number
    671690338869
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass116,224 miles (+1,630)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    116,224 miles
    Test number
    489969104455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear brake has slight bind

  11. Fail114,594 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,594 miles
    Test number
    415042113317
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass114,594 miles (+1,492)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,594 miles
    Test number
    618862313310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,102 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    113,102 miles
    Test number
    689474762243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail113,100 miles (+2,630)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,100 miles
    Test number
    658075152296
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass110,470 miles (+3,894)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    110,470 miles
    Test number
    658458211389
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass106,576 miles (+6,023)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    106,576 miles
    Test number
    839199701120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,553 miles (+8,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    100,553 miles
    Test number
    624097670012
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass91,928 miles (+6,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    420618559048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass85,428 miles (+6,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    85,428 miles
    Test number
    944932598003
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass78,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    78,782 miles
    Test number
    771436706313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,782 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,782 miles
    Test number
    950256906345
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Questions about T353 PKE

Does T353 PKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T353 PKE expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T353 PKE?
The MOT on T353 PKE expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T353 PKE done?
T353 PKE was recorded at 118,462 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2024, an average of 2,195 miles a year.
Has T353 PKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T353 PKE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T353 PKE 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 T353 PKE find?
T353 PKE passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2024 with 5 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracked on both rear anti roll bar links; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front pipes on both sides, and 2 more.

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