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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T42 TFAMOT history

T42 TFA is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 106,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,568 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 TFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 TFA was last recorded at 106,568 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 2,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,144 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,424 miles
Average per year
2,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,568 miles
  • 2025 – 104,144 miles
  • 2024 – 103,490 miles
  • 2023 – 100,042 miles
  • 2022 – 96,505 miles
  • 2021 – 93,542 miles
  • 2020 – 88,369 miles
  • 2019 – 83,217 miles
  • 2018 – 79,169 miles
  • 2017 – 76,176 miles
  • 2016 – 73,083 miles
  • 2015 – 65,122 miles
  • 2014 – 58,319 miles
  • 2013 – 56,371 miles
  • 2012 – 55,864 miles
  • 2011 – 55,323 miles
  • 2010 – 54,749 miles
  • 2009 – 54,041 miles
  • 2008 – 53,179 miles
  • 2007 – 52,041 miles
  • 2006 – 50,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,568 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 corners (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,568 miles (+2,424)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,568 miles
    Test number
    748392439054
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 corners (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass104,144 miles (+654)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    104,144 miles
    Test number
    915935388610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,490 miles (+3,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,490 miles
    Test number
    523373052550
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass100,042 miles (+3,537)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,042 miles
    Test number
    865119444459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,505 miles (+2,963)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,505 miles
    Test number
    732069161243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass93,542 miles (+5,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,542 miles
    Test number
    212918327250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass88,369 miles (+5,152)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    88,369 miles
    Test number
    889099249224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,217 miles (+4,048)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    83,217 miles
    Test number
    765729965035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,169 miles (+2,993)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,169 miles
    Test number
    194792115733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,176 miles (+3,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,176 miles
    Test number
    429833103173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

  11. Pass73,083 miles (+7,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,083 miles
    Test number
    358598570981
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass65,122 miles (+6,803)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,122 miles
    Test number
    235943115441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,319 miles (+1,948)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,319 miles
    Test number
    678599834153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,371 miles (+507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,371 miles
    Test number
    736212343164
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass55,864 miles (+541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,864 miles
    Test number
    866871622105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass55,323 miles (+574)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,323 miles
    Test number
    788756531158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  17. Pass54,749 miles (+708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,749 miles
    Test number
    210339630120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail54,041 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,041 miles
    Test number
    902008939130
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass54,041 miles (+862)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,041 miles
    Test number
    990828439190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,179 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,179 miles
    Test number
    291238328448
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass53,179 miles (+1,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,179 miles
    Test number
    533148928195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass52,041 miles (+1,585)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,041 miles
    Test number
    351166337157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,456 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,456 miles
    Test number
    712078536142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,455 miles11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,455 miles
    Test number
    932880036177
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T42 TFA

Does T42 TFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T42 TFA is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T42 TFA?
The MOT on T42 TFA is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T42 TFA done?
T42 TFA was recorded at 106,568 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 2,813 miles a year.
Has T42 TFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 TFA has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2009.
Has the mileage on T42 TFA 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 T42 TFA find?
T42 TFA passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 corners; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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