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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T40 APFMOT history

T40 APF is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 80,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
80,401 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 APF
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 APF was last recorded at 80,401 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,278 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,123 miles
Average per year
1,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,401 miles
  • 2025 – 79,278 miles
  • 2024 – 78,911 miles
  • 2023 – 77,749 miles
  • 2022 – 76,936 miles
  • 2020 – 75,611 miles
  • 2019 – 73,678 miles
  • 2018 – 73,103 miles
  • 2016 – 72,011 miles
  • 2006 – 60,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,401 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened slight deterioration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened mount slight deterioration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,401 miles (+1,123)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    80,401 miles
    Test number
    800397426898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,278 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    79,278 miles
    Test number
    193166499394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail79,233 miles (+322)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,233 miles
    Test number
    602761941604
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass78,911 miles (+1,162)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    78,911 miles
    Test number
    801748513535
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass77,749 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    77,749 miles
    Test number
    133031012558
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail77,749 miles1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,749 miles
    Test number
    206144076473
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened slight deterioration (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened mount slight deterioration (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer and outer casein g deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail77,749 miles (+813)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,749 miles
    Test number
    324140335753
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened slight deterioration (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened mount slight deterioration (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer and outer casein g deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass76,936 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,936 miles
    Test number
    792555054213
    • AdvisoryCentral Non obligatory mirror damaged mising
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres on inner edhes (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Fail76,934 miles (+1,323)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,934 miles
    Test number
    597040045099
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Non obligatory mirror damaged mising
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres on inner edhes (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass75,611 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,611 miles
    Test number
    216802004481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail75,607 miles (+1,929)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,607 miles
    Test number
    407385536876
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass73,678 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,678 miles
    Test number
    308203475318
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working now taped over (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake efficiency is low

  13. Fail73,672 miles (+175)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,672 miles
    Test number
    427849993856
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake efficiency is low

  14. Pass73,497 miles (+394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,497 miles
    Test number
    860231799984
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass73,103 miles (+1,092)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,103 miles
    Test number
    560830946650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,011 miles (+11,578)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,011 miles
    Test number
    566006538030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    60,433 miles
    Test number
    423285396198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 APF

Does T40 APF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 APF is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 APF?
The MOT on T40 APF is valid until 23 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 APF done?
T40 APF was recorded at 80,401 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 1,007 miles a year.
Has T40 APF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 APF has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 APF 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 T40 APF find?
T40 APF passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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