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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T46 EBWMOT history

T46 EBW is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 138,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
138,555 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T46 EBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T46 EBW was last recorded at 138,555 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Mar 2008: 4,206 miles, lower than 25,566 miles on 27 Mar 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
137,995 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
560 miles
Average per year
6,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,555 miles
  • 2025 – 137,995 miles
  • 2024 – 137,631 miles
  • 2023 – 136,912 miles
  • 2022 – 136,564 miles
  • 2021 – 136,191 miles
  • 2020 – 135,637 miles
  • 2019 – 132,607 miles
  • 2018 – 130,101 miles
  • 2017 – 124,442 miles
  • 2016 – 119,519 miles
  • 2015 – 114,599 miles
  • 2014 – 108,479 miles
  • 2013 – 102,874 miles
  • 2012 – 98,467 miles
  • 2011 – 91,334 miles
  • 2010 – 78,945 miles
  • 2009 – 57,910 miles
  • 2008 – 4,206 miles
  • 2007 – 25,566 miles
  • 2006 – 12,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,555 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisorySill coversRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,555 miles (+560)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    138,555 miles
    Test number
    554580570359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers

  2. Pass137,995 miles (+35)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    137,995 miles
    Test number
    544235680627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  3. Fail137,960 miles (+329)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,960 miles
    Test number
    253092184275
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  4. Pass137,631 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    137,631 miles
    Test number
    868509891703
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  5. Fail137,629 miles (+717)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,629 miles
    Test number
    971700321459
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  6. Pass136,912 miles (+348)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    136,912 miles
    Test number
    384779692074
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers

  7. Pass136,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    136,564 miles
    Test number
    785258676875
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers

  8. Fail136,564 miles (+373)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,564 miles
    Test number
    931828402502
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers

  9. Pass136,191 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    136,191 miles
    Test number
    723759323717
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail136,189 miles (+552)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,189 miles
    Test number
    109322466166
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass135,637 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    135,637 miles
    Test number
    994227339897
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip top of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail135,625 miles (+3,018)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,625 miles
    Test number
    625091621428
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass132,607 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    132,607 miles
    Test number
    677841038042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,101 miles (+380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    130,101 miles
    Test number
    981412623734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  15. Fail129,721 miles (+5,279)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,721 miles
    Test number
    690052776080
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  16. Pass124,442 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    124,442 miles
    Test number
    164530132607
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail124,442 miles (+4,923)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,442 miles
    Test number
    640905933179
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass119,519 miles (+4,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,519 miles
    Test number
    726129015092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass114,599 miles (+6,120)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    114,599 miles
    Test number
    827865305185
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteSlight play in steering UJ

  20. Pass108,479 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    108,479 miles
    Test number
    265384714439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail108,427 miles (+5,553)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,427 miles
    Test number
    687898804156
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass102,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    102,874 miles
    Test number
    226250823479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail102,874 miles (+4,407)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,874 miles
    Test number
    558894513187
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  24. Pass98,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    98,467 miles
    Test number
    877811912183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail98,447 miles (+7,113)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,447 miles
    Test number
    337761112146
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass91,334 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,334 miles
    Test number
    936649201103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail91,310 miles (+12,365)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,310 miles
    Test number
    769513601136
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass78,945 miles (+21,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    78,945 miles
    Test number
    610884200100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass57,910 miles (+53,704)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,910 miles
    Test number
    283835809158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass4,206 miles (-21,360)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    4,206 miles
    Test number
    201486188060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass25,566 miles (+13,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,566 miles
    Test number
    422896487033
    • 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)

  32. Pass12,205 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,205 miles
    Test number
    953331266097
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T46 EBW

Does T46 EBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T46 EBW is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T46 EBW?
The MOT on T46 EBW is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T46 EBW done?
T46 EBW was recorded at 138,555 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 6,274 miles a year.
Has T46 EBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T46 EBW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T46 EBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T46 EBW find?
T46 EBW passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 6 more.

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