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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T3 GRNMOT history

T3 GRN is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 104,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
104,104 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 GRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 GRN was last recorded at 104,104 miles on 13 May 2026, 2,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,450 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,654 miles
Average per year
1,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,104 miles
  • 2025 – 101,450 miles
  • 2023 – 101,410 miles
  • 2021 – 101,060 miles
  • 2019 – 100,937 miles
  • 2018 – 100,291 miles
  • 2017 – 99,493 miles
  • 2016 – 98,677 miles
  • 2015 – 98,090 miles
  • 2014 – 97,872 miles
  • 2013 – 97,539 miles
  • 2012 – 97,047 miles
  • 2011 – 93,738 miles
  • 2010 – 86,752 miles
  • 2009 – 79,161 miles
  • 2008 – 73,569 miles
  • 2007 – 64,763 miles
  • 2006 – 63,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,104 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • All suspension has light corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,104 miles (+2,654)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    104,104 miles
    Test number
    179475855014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,450 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,450 miles
    Test number
    673472126071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension has light corrosion

  3. Fail101,449 miles (+39)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,449 miles
    Test number
    356765077129
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension has light corrosion

  4. Pass101,410 miles (+350)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    101,410 miles
    Test number
    276471232505
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion front suspension
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear suspension

  5. Pass101,060 miles (+123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    101,060 miles
    Test number
    377482616846
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,937 miles
    Test number
    952352685540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,935 miles (+644)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,935 miles
    Test number
    765303166328
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  8. Pass100,291 miles (+798)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,291 miles
    Test number
    555019404870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,493 miles (+816)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,493 miles
    Test number
    698173458236
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs are showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner steering rack joints

  10. Pass98,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    98,677 miles
    Test number
    573148504656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,677 miles (+587)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,677 miles
    Test number
    624489315886
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass98,090 miles (+218)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,090 miles
    Test number
    168323185481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass97,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,872 miles
    Test number
    195546784083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,872 miles (+333)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,872 miles
    Test number
    746953184061
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass97,539 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    97,539 miles
    Test number
    668430683033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass97,047 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    97,047 miles
    Test number
    536492962084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Fail97,047 miles (+3,309)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,047 miles
    Test number
    178281362446
    • FailureNearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  18. Pass93,738 miles (+6,986)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    93,738 miles
    Test number
    998113461066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,752 miles (+7,591)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    86,752 miles
    Test number
    501493560023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,161 miles (+5,592)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    79,161 miles
    Test number
    270885149082
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront pads getting low.

  21. Pass73,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    73,569 miles
    Test number
    821172278051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,569 miles (+8,806)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,569 miles
    Test number
    970862178064
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass64,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,763 miles
    Test number
    190732267090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,763 miles (+1,092)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,763 miles
    Test number
    732842967008
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  25. Pass63,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    63,671 miles
    Test number
    574302456086
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail63,671 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,671 miles
    Test number
    934372256047
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T3 GRN

Does T3 GRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 GRN is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T3 GRN?
The MOT on T3 GRN is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 GRN done?
T3 GRN was recorded at 104,104 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 1,999 miles a year.
Has T3 GRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 GRN has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T3 GRN 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 T3 GRN find?
T3 GRN passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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