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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T40 THAMOT history

T40 THA is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 38,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
38,840 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 THA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 THA was last recorded at 38,840 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,717 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
123 miles
Average per year
219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,840 miles
  • 2025 – 38,717 miles
  • 2024 – 38,601 miles
  • 2023 – 38,478 miles
  • 2022 – 38,391 miles
  • 2021 – 38,174 miles
  • 2020 – 38,117 miles
  • 2019 – 37,982 miles
  • 2018 – 37,966 miles
  • 2017 – 37,946 miles
  • 2016 – 37,809 miles
  • 2015 – 37,703 miles
  • 2014 – 37,542 miles
  • 2013 – 37,293 miles
  • 2012 – 37,013 miles
  • 2011 – 36,813 miles
  • 2010 – 36,639 miles
  • 2009 – 36,245 miles
  • 2008 – 35,530 miles
  • 2007 – 35,019 miles
  • 2006 – 34,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,840 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,840 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    38,840 miles
    Test number
    458154226557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass38,717 miles (+116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    38,717 miles
    Test number
    378870110959
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass38,601 miles (+123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    38,601 miles
    Test number
    999604271908
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass38,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    815691127707
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail38,478 miles (+87)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    277000709305
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass38,391 miles (+217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    38,391 miles
    Test number
    894179085023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass38,174 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    38,174 miles
    Test number
    113292196974
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arms. Rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass38,117 miles (+135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    38,117 miles
    Test number
    343367993054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass37,982 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,982 miles
    Test number
    827692830863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass37,966 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    37,966 miles
    Test number
    142287117146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass37,946 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    37,946 miles
    Test number
    722451947146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,809 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,809 miles
    Test number
    316003905267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,703 miles (+161)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    37,703 miles
    Test number
    819685835096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,542 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,542 miles
    Test number
    417132644033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,526 miles (+233)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,526 miles
    Test number
    925834134074
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass37,293 miles (+280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,293 miles
    Test number
    356062643025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass37,013 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,013 miles
    Test number
    389876342015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,813 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,813 miles
    Test number
    835436641037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,639 miles (+394)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,639 miles
    Test number
    351328140085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,245 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,245 miles
    Test number
    170769649418
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass36,245 miles (+715)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,245 miles
    Test number
    794569449072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,530 miles (+511)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,530 miles
    Test number
    104371758022
    • NoteNearside front bake pad sensor insecure

  23. Pass35,019 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,019 miles
    Test number
    213442287036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,496 miles
    Test number
    764663196088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 THA

Does T40 THA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 THA is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 THA?
The MOT on T40 THA is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 THA done?
T40 THA was recorded at 38,840 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 219 miles a year.
Has T40 THA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 THA has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T40 THA 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 THA find?
T40 THA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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