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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T473 VNOMOT history

T473 VNO is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
72,351 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T473 VNO
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
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T473 VNO was last recorded at 72,351 miles on 18 May 2026, 2,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,028 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,323 miles
Average per year
2,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,351 miles
  • 2025 – 70,028 miles
  • 2024 – 66,470 miles
  • 2023 – 65,035 miles
  • 2021 – 64,869 miles
  • 2020 – 63,701 miles
  • 2019 – 61,953 miles
  • 2018 – 58,636 miles
  • 2017 – 54,222 miles
  • 2016 – 50,358 miles
  • 2015 – 47,381 miles
  • 2014 – 44,591 miles
  • 2013 – 42,850 miles
  • 2012 – 38,965 miles
  • 2011 – 35,748 miles
  • 2009 – 35,306 miles
  • 2008 – 32,496 miles
  • 2007 – 29,686 miles
  • 2006 – 27,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,351 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,351 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,351 miles
    Test number
    387867139879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,028 miles (+3,558)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    70,028 miles
    Test number
    376820939610
    • AdvisoryAll jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass66,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    66,470 miles
    Test number
    623078997056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail66,470 miles (+1,435)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,470 miles
    Test number
    675134492805
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass65,035 miles (+166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    65,035 miles
    Test number
    810400877526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass64,869 miles (+1,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,869 miles
    Test number
    630672361165
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective diff mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and wearing out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass63,701 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,701 miles
    Test number
    529279682514
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail63,701 miles (+1,748)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,701 miles
    Test number
    708727226083
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass61,953 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,953 miles
    Test number
    473174980966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail61,953 miles (+3,317)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,953 miles
    Test number
    544947146620
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass58,636 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,636 miles
    Test number
    549534189875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,634 miles (+4,412)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,634 miles
    Test number
    668509282200
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  13. Pass54,222 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    54,222 miles
    Test number
    468455273347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,358 miles (+2,977)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,358 miles
    Test number
    893730748667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,381 miles (+2,790)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    515668186206
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to split

  16. Pass44,591 miles (+1,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,591 miles
    Test number
    495009844250
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass42,850 miles (+3,885)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,850 miles
    Test number
    138302443288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,965 miles (+12)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,965 miles
    Test number
    355832252423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to become worn and lipped
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has screw in inner edge,feathering on inner edge
    • NoteRear section of exhaust corroding

  19. Fail38,953 miles (+3,205)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,953 miles
    Test number
    498826042296
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to become worn and lipped
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has screw in inner edge,feathering on inner edge
    • NoteRear section of exhaust corroding

  20. Pass35,748 miles (+26)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,748 miles
    Test number
    638087241201
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCovers fitted below vehicle
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre close to cords

  21. Fail35,722 miles (+416)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,722 miles
    Test number
    235070541298
    • FailureTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCovers fitted below vehicle
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre close to cords

  22. Pass35,306 miles (+2,810)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,306 miles
    Test number
    934963549132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,496 miles (+2,810)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,496 miles
    Test number
    793910368109
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteLower steering column coupling has slight play
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder vehicle covers fitted

  24. Pass29,686 miles (+2,644)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,686 miles
    Test number
    660001367191
    • NoteBoth front tyres nearing wear indicators

  25. Pass27,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,042 miles
    Test number
    954907146188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T473 VNO

Does T473 VNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T473 VNO is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T473 VNO?
The MOT on T473 VNO is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T473 VNO done?
T473 VNO was recorded at 72,351 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 2,268 miles a year.
Has T473 VNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T473 VNO has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T473 VNO 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 T473 VNO find?
T473 VNO passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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