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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T46 VUPMOT history

T46 VUP is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 102,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
102,023 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T46 VUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T46 VUP was last recorded at 102,023 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 4,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,966 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,057 miles
Average per year
760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,023 miles
  • 2024 – 97,966 miles
  • 2019 – 97,620 miles
  • 2016 – 97,550 miles
  • 2014 – 97,042 miles
  • 2013 – 96,611 miles
  • 2012 – 96,321 miles
  • 2010 – 95,368 miles
  • 2009 – 93,353 miles
  • 2008 – 91,187 miles
  • 2007 – 87,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,023 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,023 miles (+4,057)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,023 miles
    Test number
    606733922017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass97,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    97,966 miles
    Test number
    956647846388
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear number plates have slight delamination (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail97,966 miles (+346)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,966 miles
    Test number
    425762233943
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear number plates have slight delamination (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass97,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,620 miles
    Test number
    440925289270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail97,620 miles (+70)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,620 miles
    Test number
    258512920767
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass97,550 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    97,550 miles
    Test number
    948923854473
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes under sealed with rest of car

  7. Fail97,550 miles (+508)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,550 miles
    Test number
    596734675138
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes under sealed with rest of car

  8. Pass97,042 miles (+23)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,042 miles
    Test number
    438605604228
    • NoteFront brake pipes greased

  9. Fail97,019 miles (+408)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,019 miles
    Test number
    548984604206
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteFront brake pipes greased

  10. Pass96,611 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    96,611 miles
    Test number
    515746483034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,582 miles (+261)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,582 miles
    Test number
    979507653089
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteMissfire on engine

  12. Pass96,321 miles (+953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    96,321 miles
    Test number
    149472932029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail95,368 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,368 miles
    Test number
    270816610377
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass95,368 miles (+2,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    95,368 miles
    Test number
    811746410341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass93,353 miles (+2,166)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    93,353 miles
    Test number
    544381639256
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass91,187 miles (+3,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    91,187 miles
    Test number
    131695798018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass87,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    87,832 miles
    Test number
    170689537017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T46 VUP

Does T46 VUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T46 VUP is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T46 VUP?
The MOT on T46 VUP is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T46 VUP done?
T46 VUP was recorded at 102,023 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 760 miles a year.
Has T46 VUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T46 VUP has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T46 VUP 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 T46 VUP find?
T46 VUP passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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