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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T383 LDFMOT history

T383 LDF is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,914 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T383 LDF
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
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T383 LDF was last recorded at 95,914 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 2,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Feb 2007: 54,726 miles, lower than 132,902 miles on 22 May 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,002 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,914 miles
  • 2025 – 93,002 miles
  • 2024 – 91,855 miles
  • 2023 – 90,166 miles
  • 2021 – 88,491 miles
  • 2020 – 87,618 miles
  • 2019 – 84,293 miles
  • 2017 – 83,357 miles
  • 2016 – 81,134 miles
  • 2015 – 77,946 miles
  • 2013 – 77,578 miles
  • 2011 – 74,383 miles
  • 2010 – 74,177 miles
  • 2009 – 67,010 miles
  • 2008 – 61,402 miles
  • 2007 – 54,726 miles
  • 2006 – 132,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,914 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,914 miles
    Test number
    693105539577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail95,914 miles (+2,912)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,914 miles
    Test number
    699457096827
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,002 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    93,002 miles
    Test number
    567541694571
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension arms & shockers (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail93,002 miles (+1,147)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,002 miles
    Test number
    910324244991
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension arms & shockers (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass91,855 miles (+19)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    91,855 miles
    Test number
    484291250878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  6. Fail91,836 miles (+1,670)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,836 miles
    Test number
    694199583099
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  7. Pass90,166 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    90,166 miles
    Test number
    608456783915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,162 miles (+1,671)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,162 miles
    Test number
    285004439379
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass88,491 miles (+873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,491 miles
    Test number
    730069297641
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass87,618 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,618 miles
    Test number
    224876873108
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail87,605 miles (+3,312)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,605 miles
    Test number
    712013101303
    • DangerousOffside Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass84,293 miles (+936)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,293 miles
    Test number
    429993772662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,357 miles (+2,223)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,357 miles
    Test number
    570552035996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,134 miles (+3,188)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,134 miles
    Test number
    459778269403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,946 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,946 miles
    Test number
    775053385032
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system has slight corrosion

  16. Fail77,946 miles (+368)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,946 miles
    Test number
    418903185056
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system has slight corrosion

  17. Pass77,578 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,578 miles
    Test number
    315289143422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded

  18. Fail77,578 miles (+3,195)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,578 miles
    Test number
    939528543291
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded

  19. Pass74,383 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,383 miles
    Test number
    476249231389
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear park brake effort slightly low

  20. Fail74,382 miles (+205)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,382 miles
    Test number
    386702511315
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass74,177 miles (+7,167)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,177 miles
    Test number
    683439650280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front bottom arm ball-joints and bushes slightly worn

  22. Pass67,010 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,010 miles
    Test number
    770267939071
    • NoteBottom arm bushes worn
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteFloor corroded in places
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteSuspension corroded in places

  23. Fail67,010 miles (+5,608)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,010 miles
    Test number
    270306339027
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • NoteBottom arm bushes worn
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteFloor corroded in places
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteSuspension corroded in places

  24. Pass61,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    61,402 miles
    Test number
    862435838027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,402 miles (+6,676)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,402 miles
    Test number
    521202138060
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass54,726 miles (-78,176)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    54,726 miles
    Test number
    101133837478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass132,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    132,902 miles
    Test number
    323652246179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T383 LDF

Does T383 LDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T383 LDF is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T383 LDF?
The MOT on T383 LDF is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T383 LDF done?
T383 LDF was recorded at 95,914 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026.
Has T383 LDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T383 LDF has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T383 LDF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T383 LDF find?
T383 LDF passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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