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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T386 CNVMOT history

T386 CNV is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2026
Mileage
123,278 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T386 CNV
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T386 CNV was last recorded at 123,278 miles on 10 Apr 2025, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,253 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
4,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,278 miles
  • 2021 – 119,266 miles
  • 2020 – 117,265 miles
  • 2019 – 117,129 miles
  • 2018 – 117,105 miles
  • 2016 – 116,678 miles
  • 2015 – 114,703 miles
  • 2014 – 108,976 miles
  • 2013 – 101,577 miles
  • 2012 – 97,014 miles
  • 2011 – 89,808 miles
  • 2010 – 82,132 miles
  • 2009 – 73,763 miles
  • 2008 – 61,333 miles
  • 2007 – 52,844 miles
  • 2006 – 44,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,278 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear of outer sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All vehicle brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,278 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    123,278 miles
    Test number
    228114005056
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear of outer sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail123,253 miles (+3,987)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,253 miles
    Test number
    471506462838
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear of outer sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass119,266 miles (+2,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    119,266 miles
    Test number
    312282580724
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass117,265 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,265 miles
    Test number
    236575505198
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All vehicle brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySill covers corroded

  5. Fail117,264 miles (+135)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,264 miles
    Test number
    279366994366
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All vehicle brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySill covers corroded

  6. Pass117,129 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    117,129 miles
    Test number
    929631738123
    • AdvisoryFront top steering Colum universal joint getting tight.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber going rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber going rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail117,129 miles (+24)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,129 miles
    Test number
    707083479720
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront top steering Colum universal joint getting tight.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber going rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber going rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass117,105 miles (+427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,105 miles
    Test number
    585172116978
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVery slight wear to outer edges of both front tyres

  9. Pass116,678 miles (+119)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    116,678 miles
    Test number
    178018906152
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySeat belts slow to retract

  10. Fail116,559 miles (+1,856)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,559 miles
    Test number
    524562798202
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySeat belts slow to retract

  11. Pass114,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    114,703 miles
    Test number
    897875945235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,703 miles (+31)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,703 miles
    Test number
    509234045215
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  13. Fail114,672 miles (+5,696)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,672 miles
    Test number
    326279715486
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on

  14. Pass108,976 miles (+7,399)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,976 miles
    Test number
    437067904284
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar outer bushes deteriorated both sides

  15. Fail101,577 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,577 miles
    Test number
    339776253162
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass101,577 miles (+4,563)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    101,577 miles
    Test number
    985396153137
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass97,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    97,014 miles
    Test number
    668895862196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,014 miles (+7,206)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,014 miles
    Test number
    449044362145
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass89,808 miles (+7,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,808 miles
    Test number
    387988361162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass82,132 miles (+8,369)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,132 miles
    Test number
    264556360124
    • NoteN/s/f strut damp

  21. Pass73,763 miles (+3,151)10 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,763 miles
    Test number
    471517369197
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded
    • NoteFront brake hoses metal ends corroded
    • NoteFuel cap seal perrished
    • NoteGear box oil leak
    • NoteLower steering coupling corroded
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteRear brake hoses metal ends corroded
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteWind screen chipped

  22. Pass70,612 miles (+9,279)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    70,612 miles
    Test number
    692434549053
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSlight oil leak at rear diff
    • NoteWindscreen chipped

  23. Pass61,333 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    61,333 miles
    Test number
    742736538041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail60,977 miles (+8,133)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,977 miles
    Test number
    121523628431
    • FailureNearside Track rod end excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass52,844 miles (+8,092)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    52,844 miles
    Test number
    101646127406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    44,752 miles
    Test number
    354144226038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T386 CNV

Does T386 CNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T386 CNV expired on 9 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T386 CNV?
The MOT on T386 CNV expired on 9 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T386 CNV done?
T386 CNV was recorded at 123,278 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2025, an average of 4,088 miles a year.
Has T386 CNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T386 CNV has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T386 CNV 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 T386 CNV find?
T386 CNV passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of outer sills both sides.

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