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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,246 cc

T489 JCFMOT history

T489 JCF is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 67,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
67,772 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 JCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T489 JCF was last recorded at 67,772 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,544 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
228 miles
Average per year
1,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,772 miles
  • 2025 – 67,544 miles
  • 2024 – 67,436 miles
  • 2022 – 67,420 miles
  • 2021 – 67,413 miles
  • 2020 – 67,347 miles
  • 2019 – 67,237 miles
  • 2018 – 67,200 miles
  • 2017 – 67,172 miles
  • 2016 – 67,044 miles
  • 2015 – 65,495 miles
  • 2014 – 61,634 miles
  • 2013 – 57,015 miles
  • 2012 – 52,806 miles
  • 2011 – 48,605 miles
  • 2010 – 44,640 miles
  • 2009 – 40,618 miles
  • 2008 – 36,976 miles
  • 2007 – 33,219 miles
  • 2006 – 29,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,772 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes and front to rear brake pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,772 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    67,772 miles
    Test number
    104437945122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,544 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,544 miles
    Test number
    718742303467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass67,436 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    67,436 miles
    Test number
    614362727624
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes and front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail67,428 miles (+8)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,428 miles
    Test number
    528794765322
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes and front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass67,420 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,420 miles
    Test number
    547530771922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,413 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    67,413 miles
    Test number
    644704856882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,347 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    67,347 miles
    Test number
    751215183199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,237 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,237 miles
    Test number
    570098647608
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass67,200 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,200 miles
    Test number
    920575035037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,172 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    814137143057
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

  11. Fail67,150 miles (+106)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,150 miles
    Test number
    982444399868
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass67,044 miles (+1,549)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,044 miles
    Test number
    908592382080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,495 miles (+3,861)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,495 miles
    Test number
    216523675092
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  14. Pass61,634 miles (+4,619)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,634 miles
    Test number
    717117664097
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass57,015 miles (+4,209)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,015 miles
    Test number
    175034153027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,806 miles (+4,201)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,806 miles
    Test number
    557576452017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,605 miles (+3,965)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,605 miles
    Test number
    377770251070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,640 miles (+4,022)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,640 miles
    Test number
    901891150013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,618 miles (+3,642)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,618 miles
    Test number
    662752859037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,976 miles (+3,757)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,976 miles
    Test number
    191793658410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,219 miles (+3,448)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,219 miles
    Test number
    422444157025
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on 2mm 225/40/zr18 conti
    • NoteO/s/f tyre on 3mm
    • NoteOil leaks at front of engine
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low approx 3mm
    • NoteRear indicators flash white light mot fail
    • NoteRear tyres on 3mm 265/35/zr18

  22. Pass29,771 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,771 miles
    Test number
    160936766404
    • NoteOil leak at front of engine area
    • NoteRear coil springs heavily corroded especially o/s

Questions about T489 JCF

Does T489 JCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T489 JCF is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T489 JCF?
The MOT on T489 JCF is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T489 JCF done?
T489 JCF was recorded at 67,772 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 1,897 miles a year.
Has T489 JCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 JCF has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T489 JCF 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 T489 JCF find?
T489 JCF passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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