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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T402 NWLMOT history

T402 NWL is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 102,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
102,598 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T402 NWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T402 NWL was last recorded at 102,598 miles on 12 May 2026, 1,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,544 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,054 miles
Average per year
2,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,598 miles
  • 2025 – 101,544 miles
  • 2024 – 100,274 miles
  • 2023 – 99,635 miles
  • 2022 – 98,827 miles
  • 2021 – 95,430 miles
  • 2020 – 93,911 miles
  • 2019 – 87,797 miles
  • 2018 – 84,605 miles
  • 2017 – 84,023 miles
  • 2016 – 83,599 miles
  • 2015 – 82,865 miles
  • 2014 – 81,766 miles
  • 2013 – 80,663 miles
  • 2012 – 78,469 miles
  • 2011 – 76,056 miles
  • 2010 – 74,032 miles
  • 2009 – 70,410 miles
  • 2008 – 67,246 miles
  • 2007 – 61,592 miles
  • 2006 – 55,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,598 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,598 miles (+1,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    102,598 miles
    Test number
    750049461349
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

  2. Pass101,544 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    101,544 miles
    Test number
    405845299327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail101,541 miles (+1,267)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,541 miles
    Test number
    249741066490
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,274 miles (+639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,274 miles
    Test number
    683497739183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass99,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    99,635 miles
    Test number
    188476841696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,635 miles (+808)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,635 miles
    Test number
    311936495502
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake damaged to the extent that braking performance is affected Back plate corroded where hand brake hold down pin locates. (1.1.21 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass98,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,827 miles
    Test number
    459375902943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,827 miles (+3,397)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,827 miles
    Test number
    474473232949
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass95,430 miles (+1,519)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,430 miles
    Test number
    401881140113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,911 miles (+6,114)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,911 miles
    Test number
    403268098767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,797 miles (+3,192)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,797 miles
    Test number
    133944727004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,605 miles
    Test number
    110469117831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,605 miles (+582)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,605 miles
    Test number
    126306955375
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass84,023 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,023 miles
    Test number
    845196680401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,599 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,599 miles
    Test number
    852722716756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,593 miles (+728)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,593 miles
    Test number
    747220052740
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened Hand brake cable (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer outer cv boot ripped by broken spring

  17. Pass82,865 miles (+1,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,865 miles
    Test number
    766563245039
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass81,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,766 miles
    Test number
    527512064071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,766 miles (+1,103)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,766 miles
    Test number
    885027454047
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass80,663 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,663 miles
    Test number
    895741353067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail80,663 miles (+2,194)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,663 miles
    Test number
    766756043037
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass78,469 miles (+2,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,469 miles
    Test number
    395989552027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass76,056 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,056 miles
    Test number
    145765841063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Fail76,056 miles (+2,024)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,056 miles
    Test number
    695925241063
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Fail74,032 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,032 miles
    Test number
    480382840007
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass74,032 miles (+3,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    74,032 miles
    Test number
    561382440098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass70,410 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    70,410 miles
    Test number
    430375339074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail70,408 miles (+3,162)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,408 miles
    Test number
    533683439031
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass67,246 miles (+5,654)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,246 miles
    Test number
    630458438094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass61,592 miles (+6,538)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    61,592 miles
    Test number
    650599537009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass55,054 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    55,054 miles
    Test number
    611106046052
    • NoteMovement in offside front lower ball joint.

Questions about T402 NWL

Does T402 NWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T402 NWL is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T402 NWL?
The MOT on T402 NWL is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T402 NWL done?
T402 NWL was recorded at 102,598 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 2,350 miles a year.
Has T402 NWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T402 NWL has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T402 NWL 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 T402 NWL find?
T402 NWL passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 3 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; vehicle heavily undersealed.

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