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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T391 SPJMOT history

T391 SPJ is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 91,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
91,245 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T391 SPJ
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 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T391 SPJ was last recorded at 91,245 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,242 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,245 miles
  • 2025 – 91,237 miles
  • 2024 – 91,234 miles
  • 2019 – 91,061 miles
  • 2018 – 90,549 miles
  • 2016 – 89,458 miles
  • 2015 – 81,774 miles
  • 2014 – 78,787 miles
  • 2013 – 78,573 miles
  • 2012 – 77,324 miles
  • 2010 – 75,260 miles
  • 2009 – 71,600 miles
  • 2008 – 67,257 miles
  • 2007 – 61,942 miles
  • 2006 – 52,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,245 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Cut on n/s/f tyre wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brake pads wearing low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rattle in centre exhaust box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake disc pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear exhaust box corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,245 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    91,245 miles
    Test number
    999638965901
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail91,242 miles (+5)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,242 miles
    Test number
    718225072280
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass91,237 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    91,237 miles
    Test number
    499666461836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail91,234 miles (+173)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,234 miles
    Test number
    833253543266
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass91,061 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,061 miles
    Test number
    351653151978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,549 miles
    Test number
    921292817812
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail90,549 miles (+1,091)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,549 miles
    Test number
    780502985255
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass89,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,458 miles
    Test number
    977751436029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,457 miles (+2,854)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,457 miles
    Test number
    261172413124
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass86,603 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    86,603 miles
    Test number
    906878204103
    • AdvisoryCut on n/s/f tyre wall
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryRattle in centre exhaust box
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc pitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroding
  11. Fail86,589 miles (+8)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,589 miles
    Test number
    269433458284
    • 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)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both sides (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCut on n/s/f tyre wall
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryRattle in centre exhaust box
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc pitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroding
  12. Fail86,581 miles (+4,807)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,581 miles
    Test number
    161221286869
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking dripping off under tray (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  13. Pass81,774 miles (+248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,774 miles
    Test number
    266345535445
    • NoteSlight play at o/s/f lower ball- joint
  14. Fail81,526 miles (+2,739)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,526 miles
    Test number
    288555775093
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  15. Pass78,787 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,787 miles
    Test number
    566080994052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,785 miles (+212)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,785 miles
    Test number
    359338984075
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
  17. Pass78,573 miles (+1,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,573 miles
    Test number
    519249883047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Fail77,324 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,324 miles
    Test number
    115570012459
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  19. Pass77,324 miles (+2,064)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,324 miles
    Test number
    166360712499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,260 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,260 miles
    Test number
    910859620282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,600 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,600 miles
    Test number
    643335049249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,584 miles (+4,327)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,584 miles
    Test number
    732661449204
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  23. Pass67,257 miles (+5,315)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,257 miles
    Test number
    363061748275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    61,942 miles
    Test number
    911910747263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,942 miles (+9,401)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,942 miles
    Test number
    451087637236
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  26. Pass52,541 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    52,541 miles
    Test number
    313073646263
    • NoteAs when failed
  27. Fail52,541 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,541 miles
    Test number
    411292646241
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads on limit 80% worn
    • NoteNsf tyres perrishing
    • NoteOsr tyre close to limit

Questions about T391 SPJ

Does T391 SPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T391 SPJ is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T391 SPJ?
The MOT on T391 SPJ is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T391 SPJ done?
T391 SPJ was recorded at 91,245 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 1,950 miles a year.
Has T391 SPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T391 SPJ has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T391 SPJ 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 T391 SPJ find?
T391 SPJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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