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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T37 BYYMOT history

T37 BYY is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,925 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T37 BYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T37 BYY was last recorded at 137,925 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,925 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,925 miles
  • 2025 – 134,309 miles
  • 2024 – 129,800 miles
  • 2023 – 129,047 miles
  • 2021 – 123,439 miles
  • 2020 – 122,645 miles
  • 2019 – 122,157 miles
  • 2018 – 120,431 miles
  • 2017 – 119,404 miles
  • 2016 – 118,526 miles
  • 2015 – 117,091 miles
  • 2014 – 112,638 miles
  • 2013 – 104,233 miles
  • 2012 – 95,919 miles
  • 2011 – 89,226 miles
  • 2010 – 84,879 miles
  • 2009 – 81,990 miles
  • 2008 – 81,840 miles
  • 2007 – 81,385 miles
  • 2006 – 75,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,925 miles
  • AdvisoryAll Jacking Points Corroded but not HoledRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,925 miles
    Test number
    357463079679
    • AdvisoryAll Jacking Points Corroded but not Holed
  2. Fail137,925 miles (+3,616)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,925 miles
    Test number
    887723751376
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll Jacking Points Corroded but not Holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  3. Pass134,309 miles (+4,509)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,309 miles
    Test number
    479926315970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,800 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    129,800 miles
    Test number
    298769462861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail129,799 miles (+752)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,799 miles
    Test number
    691066754268
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass129,047 miles (+5,608)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,047 miles
    Test number
    495276904471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,439 miles (+794)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    123,439 miles
    Test number
    375981750935
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass122,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    122,645 miles
    Test number
    852062841653
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail122,645 miles (+488)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,645 miles
    Test number
    332474836181
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass122,157 miles (+1,726)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,157 miles
    Test number
    888084506726
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on front brake discs
  11. Pass120,431 miles (+1,027)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,431 miles
    Test number
    348809990369
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted at time of test
  12. Pass119,404 miles (+878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    119,404 miles
    Test number
    204539819540
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket
  13. Pass118,526 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    118,526 miles
    Test number
    301098532337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    117,091 miles
    Test number
    387548845165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,091 miles (+4,453)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,091 miles
    Test number
    656218145125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  16. Pass112,638 miles (+8,405)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,638 miles
    Test number
    667013654169
    • NoteOuter skin on rear silencer coroded
  17. Pass104,233 miles (+8,314)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    104,233 miles
    Test number
    825294753180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,919 miles (+6,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    95,919 miles
    Test number
    149062942128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass89,226 miles (+4,347)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,226 miles
    Test number
    907565441164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass84,879 miles (+2,889)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    84,879 miles
    Test number
    950818930104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOsr and nsr tyres slighty perished
  21. Pass81,990 miles (+150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    81,990 miles
    Test number
    581569359188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  22. Pass81,840 miles (+455)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    81,840 miles
    Test number
    734408518376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,385 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    81,385 miles
    Test number
    310496417391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,921 miles (+4,263)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    79,921 miles
    Test number
    594078357176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and Rear brake disks, pitted.
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre, showing signs of ageing/perishing and at 3mm.
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre, at 3mm.
  25. Pass75,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    75,658 miles
    Test number
    874443126197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T37 BYY

Does T37 BYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T37 BYY is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T37 BYY?
The MOT on T37 BYY is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T37 BYY done?
T37 BYY was recorded at 137,925 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,123 miles a year.
Has T37 BYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T37 BYY has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T37 BYY 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 T37 BYY find?
T37 BYY passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: all jacking points corroded but not holed.

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