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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T363 BLJMOT history

T363 BLJ is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
93,674 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T363 BLJ
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
22 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T363 BLJ was last recorded at 93,674 miles on 12 May 2026, 1,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,106 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,568 miles
Average per year
2,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,674 miles
  • 2025 – 92,106 miles
  • 2024 – 90,227 miles
  • 2023 – 88,916 miles
  • 2022 – 87,410 miles
  • 2021 – 85,883 miles
  • 2020 – 84,656 miles
  • 2019 – 81,969 miles
  • 2018 – 78,869 miles
  • 2017 – 78,189 miles
  • 2016 – 77,971 miles
  • 2015 – 76,728 miles
  • 2014 – 74,974 miles
  • 2013 – 73,288 miles
  • 2012 – 71,688 miles
  • 2011 – 69,693 miles
  • 2010 – 67,396 miles
  • 2009 – 64,626 miles
  • 2008 – 62,561 miles
  • 2007 – 58,089 miles
  • 2006 – 51,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,674 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryGeneral light corrosion to front suspensionRecorded 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,674 miles (+1,568)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    93,674 miles
    Test number
    889035985452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral light corrosion to front suspension

  2. Pass92,106 miles (+1,879)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    92,106 miles
    Test number
    675672273940
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral light corrosion to front suspension

  3. Pass90,227 miles (+1,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,227 miles
    Test number
    444143409285
    • 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))

  4. Pass88,916 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    88,916 miles
    Test number
    955274188856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,410 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    87,410 miles
    Test number
    977297345247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,883 miles (+1,227)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    85,883 miles
    Test number
    311933194264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,656 miles (+2,687)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    84,656 miles
    Test number
    561149175397
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral light corrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryHand brake high

  8. Pass81,969 miles (+3,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,969 miles
    Test number
    224892244508
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,869 miles (+680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,869 miles
    Test number
    983842026488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass78,189 miles (+218)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,189 miles
    Test number
    325987127408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,971 miles (+1,243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,971 miles
    Test number
    761283704187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass76,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,728 miles
    Test number
    216347325429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,728 miles (+1,754)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,728 miles
    Test number
    966667425113
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing edges

  14. Pass74,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,974 miles
    Test number
    515708624109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,974 miles (+1,686)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,974 miles
    Test number
    598768524136
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass73,288 miles (+1,600)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,288 miles
    Test number
    815360533194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    356951232161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,688 miles (+1,995)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    669061932154
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass69,693 miles (+2,297)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,693 miles
    Test number
    918025921128
    • NoteRear brake discs heavily rusted on braking surfaces

  20. Pass67,396 miles (+2,770)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,396 miles
    Test number
    151496720122
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp lit

  21. Fail64,626 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,626 miles
    Test number
    193917129141
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  22. Pass64,626 miles (+2,065)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,626 miles
    Test number
    223917529417
    • NoteAirbag light on

  23. Pass62,561 miles (+4,472)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,561 miles
    Test number
    114579528134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,089 miles
    Test number
    202373727155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,089 miles (+6,460)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,089 miles
    Test number
    234732727119
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres ON legal limit

  26. Pass51,629 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,629 miles
    Test number
    124805226185
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres wearing on inner edges suggest attention

Questions about T363 BLJ

Does T363 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T363 BLJ is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T363 BLJ?
The MOT on T363 BLJ is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T363 BLJ done?
T363 BLJ was recorded at 93,674 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 2,100 miles a year.
Has T363 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T363 BLJ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2015.
Has the mileage on T363 BLJ 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 T363 BLJ find?
T363 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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