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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T359 UCFMOT history

T359 UCF is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 170,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
170,656 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T359 UCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T359 UCF was last recorded at 170,656 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 1,437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,219 miles · 6 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,437 miles
Average per year
5,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,656 miles
  • 2025 – 169,219 miles
  • 2024 – 166,585 miles
  • 2023 – 164,307 miles
  • 2022 – 159,535 miles
  • 2021 – 157,569 miles
  • 2019 – 153,448 miles
  • 2018 – 147,582 miles
  • 2017 – 131,551 miles
  • 2016 – 114,326 miles
  • 2015 – 107,173 miles
  • 2014 – 97,382 miles
  • 2013 – 92,138 miles
  • 2012 – 92,033 miles
  • 2010 – 91,284 miles
  • 2009 – 86,934 miles
  • 2008 – 85,321 miles
  • 2007 – 82,063 miles
  • 2006 – 65,285 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,656 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear o/s tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,656 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    170,656 miles
    Test number
    757078752673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass169,219 miles (+2,634)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    169,219 miles
    Test number
    497098093661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,585 miles (+2,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    166,585 miles
    Test number
    487242066843
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass164,307 miles (+4,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    164,307 miles
    Test number
    727015946377
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass159,535 miles (+1,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    159,535 miles
    Test number
    661743142903
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded

  6. Pass157,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    157,569 miles
    Test number
    840948781520
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear o/s tyre worn on inner edge

  7. Fail157,569 miles (+4,121)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,569 miles
    Test number
    481933976112
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear o/s tyre worn on inner edge

  8. Pass153,448 miles (+5,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    153,448 miles
    Test number
    294406294707
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass147,582 miles (+16,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    147,582 miles
    Test number
    405010377177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass131,551 miles (+370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    131,551 miles
    Test number
    667995697387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail131,181 miles (+16,855)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,181 miles
    Test number
    454239924941
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened broken (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low adjuster broken (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass114,326 miles (+7,153)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,326 miles
    Test number
    708172740921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,173 miles (+9,791)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,173 miles
    Test number
    627133005203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,382 miles (+5,244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    97,382 miles
    Test number
    518235164184
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass92,138 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    92,138 miles
    Test number
    578561353159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,033 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,033 miles
    Test number
    936135992014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    91,284 miles
    Test number
    572101920322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail91,283 miles (+4,349)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,283 miles
    Test number
    213301920357
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass86,934 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    86,934 miles
    Test number
    800933219337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,321 miles (+3,258)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    85,321 miles
    Test number
    574256018307
    • NoteUneven front brake application

  21. Pass82,063 miles (+7,263)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    82,063 miles
    Test number
    672280127333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    74,800 miles
    Test number
    744080707102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,800 miles (+9,515)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,800 miles
    Test number
    832170107122
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass65,285 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    65,285 miles
    Test number
    783851996075
    • NoteFront brakes show 24% imbalance. [ R/H Lazy ]

Questions about T359 UCF

Does T359 UCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T359 UCF is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T359 UCF?
The MOT on T359 UCF is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T359 UCF done?
T359 UCF was recorded at 170,656 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 5,158 miles a year.
Has T359 UCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T359 UCF has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T359 UCF 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 T359 UCF find?
T359 UCF passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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