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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T442 BFPMOT history

T442 BFP is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 116,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2026
Mileage
116,758 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T442 BFP
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T442 BFP was last recorded at 116,758 miles on 4 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,758 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,758 miles
  • 2023 – 116,575 miles
  • 2022 – 115,687 miles
  • 2021 – 115,012 miles
  • 2020 – 114,006 miles
  • 2019 – 113,165 miles
  • 2018 – 111,507 miles
  • 2017 – 110,123 miles
  • 2016 – 106,294 miles
  • 2015 – 104,809 miles
  • 2014 – 100,161 miles
  • 2013 – 97,302 miles
  • 2012 – 94,192 miles
  • 2011 – 90,580 miles
  • 2010 – 87,338 miles
  • 2009 – 83,335 miles
  • 2008 – 78,846 miles
  • 2007 – 71,661 miles
  • 2006 – 64,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,758 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen wipers split at ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,758 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,758 miles
    Test number
    804998871673
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  2. Fail116,758 miles (+183)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,758 miles
    Test number
    387075973915
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive leak from exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  3. Pass116,575 miles (+888)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    116,575 miles
    Test number
    664617327949
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle and underbody component corrosion

  4. Pass115,687 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,687 miles
    Test number
    788333307925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,621 miles (+609)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,621 miles
    Test number
    459299265333
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength "Sill" (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength "Sill" (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers split at ends

  6. Pass115,012 miles (+1,006)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    115,012 miles
    Test number
    398263912171
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive "Engine" (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive "Power steering" (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer jet performance poor
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers split at ends
    • Advisory••Nearside outer sill corroded
    • Advisory••Offside outer sill corroded

  7. Pass114,006 miles (+841)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    114,006 miles
    Test number
    869582932316
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • Advisory•Nearside Front Coil spring corroded
    • Advisory•Nearside outer sill corroded
    • Advisory•Offside Front Coil spring corroded
    • Advisory•Offside outer sill corroded

  8. Pass113,165 miles (+1,658)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,165 miles
    Test number
    104083136499
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass111,507 miles (+1,384)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    111,507 miles
    Test number
    403305316140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  10. Pass110,123 miles (+3,829)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,123 miles
    Test number
    248044132471
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S Front to Rear Brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/F & O/S/F Brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/R & O/S/R Outer Brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/R & O/S/R Outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass106,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,294 miles
    Test number
    217123844857
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play inner steering arm balljoint

  12. Fail106,294 miles (+1,485)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,294 miles
    Test number
    909895083056
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play inner steering arm balljoint

  13. Pass104,809 miles (+4,648)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    104,809 miles
    Test number
    278791715463
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass100,161 miles (+2,859)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,161 miles
    Test number
    937853614125
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass97,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,302 miles
    Test number
    238406903496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail97,302 miles (+3,110)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,302 miles
    Test number
    187915303142
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass94,192 miles (+3,612)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,192 miles
    Test number
    675682402158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,580 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,580 miles
    Test number
    486815601157
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSuspect power steering rack may be leaking into gaiter

  19. Pass90,580 miles (+3,242)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    90,580 miles
    Test number
    988675101182
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSuspect power steering rack may be leaking into gaiter

  20. Pass87,338 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,338 miles
    Test number
    100244900194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    83,335 miles
    Test number
    321898199057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,335 miles (+4,489)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,335 miles
    Test number
    612317099020
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  23. Pass78,846 miles (+7,185)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    78,846 miles
    Test number
    403146108153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,661 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,661 miles
    Test number
    401989207132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,659 miles (+7,106)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,659 miles
    Test number
    532431907169
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass64,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    64,553 miles
    Test number
    684032206182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T442 BFP

Does T442 BFP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T442 BFP expired on 3 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T442 BFP?
The MOT on T442 BFP expired on 3 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T442 BFP done?
T442 BFP was recorded at 116,758 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2025, an average of 2,691 miles a year.
Has T442 BFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T442 BFP has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T442 BFP 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 T442 BFP find?
T442 BFP passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive power steering; under body corrosion.

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