BMW logo

BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T440 BBKMOT history

T440 BBK is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 107,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
107,974 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,647 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T440 BBK in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T440 BBK
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
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T440 BBK was last recorded at 107,974 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 1,994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,980 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,994 miles
Average per year
3,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,974 miles
  • 2025 – 105,980 miles
  • 2024 – 105,866 miles
  • 2023 – 102,677 miles
  • 2022 – 99,761 miles
  • 2021 – 96,718 miles
  • 2020 – 93,260 miles
  • 2019 – 92,770 miles
  • 2018 – 91,797 miles
  • 2017 – 90,994 miles
  • 2016 – 89,561 miles
  • 2015 – 86,869 miles
  • 2014 – 81,502 miles
  • 2013 – 75,594 miles
  • 2012 – 72,249 miles
  • 2011 – 66,787 miles
  • 2010 – 56,328 miles
  • 2009 – 47,143 miles
  • 2008 – 43,783 miles
  • 2007 – 39,275 miles
  • 2006 – 33,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,974 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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,974 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    107,974 miles
    Test number
    338428843937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,980 miles (+101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    105,980 miles
    Test number
    241516696990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail105,879 miles (+13)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,879 miles
    Test number
    394741179584
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass105,866 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,866 miles
    Test number
    987453555326
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both crazing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing / Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail105,865 miles (+3,188)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,865 miles
    Test number
    978402940289
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both crazing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing / Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass102,677 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    102,677 miles
    Test number
    511883455570
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses frosting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail102,677 miles (+2,916)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,677 miles
    Test number
    857585542212
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides / motor running (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses frosting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass99,761 miles (+3,043)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,761 miles
    Test number
    557023151951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,718 miles (+3,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,718 miles
    Test number
    476223598727
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass93,260 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,260 miles
    Test number
    254708709471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,770 miles (+973)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,770 miles
    Test number
    868065941089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,797 miles (+803)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    91,797 miles
    Test number
    672799584188
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass90,994 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,994 miles
    Test number
    814663106964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail90,994 miles (+1,433)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,994 miles
    Test number
    479064442527
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass89,561 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    89,561 miles
    Test number
    823934640818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,869 miles (+5,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,869 miles
    Test number
    172405647794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass81,502 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,502 miles
    Test number
    387053714242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail81,502 miles (+5,908)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,502 miles
    Test number
    627183114236
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass75,594 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,594 miles
    Test number
    398973913413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust is corroded

  20. Fail75,594 miles (+3,345)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,594 miles
    Test number
    247772213283
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust is corroded

  21. Pass72,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,249 miles
    Test number
    157963012215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,249 miles (+5,462)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,249 miles
    Test number
    348569002212
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre scrubbed inner edge

  23. Pass66,787 miles (+10,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    398607611250
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  24. Pass56,328 miles (+9,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,328 miles
    Test number
    672709090097
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass47,143 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,143 miles
    Test number
    752956929105
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail47,141 miles (+3,358)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,141 miles
    Test number
    661240429178
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass43,783 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,783 miles
    Test number
    251679518134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail43,779 miles (+4,504)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,779 miles
    Test number
    153416218188
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  29. Pass39,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,275 miles
    Test number
    663568307109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail39,274 miles (+5,716)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,274 miles
    Test number
    100928207173
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass33,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,558 miles
    Test number
    672238506104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T440 BBK

Does T440 BBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T440 BBK is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T440 BBK?
The MOT on T440 BBK is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T440 BBK done?
T440 BBK was recorded at 107,974 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 3,647 miles a year.
Has T440 BBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T440 BBK has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T440 BBK 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 T440 BBK find?
T440 BBK passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all T440 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.