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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T48 ARXMOT history

T48 ARX is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
76,795 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T48 ARX
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T48 ARX was last recorded at 76,795 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,383 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
412 miles
Average per year
1,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,795 miles
  • 2025 – 76,383 miles
  • 2024 – 75,821 miles
  • 2023 – 74,552 miles
  • 2022 – 73,651 miles
  • 2021 – 72,875 miles
  • 2019 – 71,876 miles
  • 2018 – 71,132 miles
  • 2017 – 70,384 miles
  • 2016 – 69,600 miles
  • 2015 – 68,754 miles
  • 2014 – 67,362 miles
  • 2013 – 66,463 miles
  • 2012 – 65,721 miles
  • 2011 – 65,013 miles
  • 2010 – 64,288 miles
  • 2009 – 63,316 miles
  • 2008 – 61,645 miles
  • 2007 – 60,052 miles
  • 2006 – 56,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,795 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • All four tyres over ten years old

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,795 miles (+412)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,795 miles
    Test number
    259872129252
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  2. Pass76,383 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    76,383 miles
    Test number
    247825143967
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  3. Fail76,361 miles (+540)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,361 miles
    Test number
    702853094589
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  4. Pass75,821 miles (+1,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    525264632258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass74,552 miles (+901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    74,552 miles
    Test number
    227831443657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass73,651 miles (+776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,651 miles
    Test number
    983931225918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass72,875 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    72,875 miles
    Test number
    614457770511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill cover corroding
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  8. Fail72,875 miles (+999)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,875 miles
    Test number
    643350523205
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both front (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill cover corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  9. Pass71,876 miles (+744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,876 miles
    Test number
    457104643808
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres over ten years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass71,132 miles (+748)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,132 miles
    Test number
    953506845766
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres over ten years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass70,384 miles (+784)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,384 miles
    Test number
    760589952313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass69,600 miles (+846)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,600 miles
    Test number
    432455012446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,754 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,754 miles
    Test number
    917291695041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,362 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,362 miles
    Test number
    556528094093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,463 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,463 miles
    Test number
    565965673042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,721 miles (+708)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,721 miles
    Test number
    319673192076
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to wear inner edge more than rest of tyre

  17. Pass65,013 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,013 miles
    Test number
    548449181035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,288 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,288 miles
    Test number
    854719280059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,316 miles (+1,671)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,316 miles
    Test number
    803976499032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,645 miles (+1,593)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,645 miles
    Test number
    623687388078
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads on approx 3/4mm
    • NoteSlight dampness arounf n/s/f shock absorber

  21. Pass60,052 miles (+3,859)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    60,052 miles
    Test number
    184906387019
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads on approx 3/4mm
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  22. Pass56,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    56,193 miles
    Test number
    973261786038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,193 miles2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,193 miles
    Test number
    732340086045
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteDampnesss around n/s/f shock absorber
    • NoteFront brake pads on approx 3/4mm
    • NoteO/s/f bodypanel marked
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded

Questions about T48 ARX

Does T48 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T48 ARX is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T48 ARX?
The MOT on T48 ARX is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T48 ARX done?
T48 ARX was recorded at 76,795 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 1,025 miles a year.
Has T48 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T48 ARX has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T48 ARX 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 T48 ARX find?
T48 ARX passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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