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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T503 PKLMOT history

T503 PKL is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 94,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
94,608 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T503 PKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T503 PKL was last recorded at 94,608 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,982 miles · 8 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
626 miles
Average per year
3,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,608 miles
  • 2024 – 93,982 miles
  • 2023 – 93,002 miles
  • 2021 – 92,329 miles
  • 2020 – 88,705 miles
  • 2017 – 84,721 miles
  • 2016 – 82,274 miles
  • 2015 – 80,682 miles
  • 2014 – 72,323 miles
  • 2013 – 64,737 miles
  • 2012 – 54,444 miles
  • 2011 – 45,762 miles
  • 2010 – 42,533 miles
  • 2009 – 41,330 miles
  • 2008 – 39,655 miles
  • 2007 – 35,530 miles
  • 2006 – 31,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,608 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,608 miles (+626)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    94,608 miles
    Test number
    692291274378
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,982 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    93,982 miles
    Test number
    661512464937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail93,979 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,979 miles
    Test number
    776034801851
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  4. Fail93,979 miles (+977)6 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,979 miles
    Test number
    531888873641
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass93,002 miles (+673)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    93,002 miles
    Test number
    619255598646
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass92,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,329 miles
    Test number
    803297000962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,329 miles (+3,624)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,329 miles
    Test number
    247864675676
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass88,705 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,705 miles
    Test number
    726186633190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail88,705 miles (+3,984)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,705 miles
    Test number
    629137409946
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,721 miles
    Test number
    887875572182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail84,721 miles (+2,447)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,721 miles
    Test number
    730621853429
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass82,274 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,274 miles
    Test number
    317410668813
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail82,239 miles (+1,557)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,239 miles
    Test number
    222502988079
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass80,682 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    80,682 miles
    Test number
    356554525442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  15. Fail80,658 miles (+8,335)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,658 miles
    Test number
    918228215279
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  16. Pass72,323 miles (+7,586)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,323 miles
    Test number
    717926824275
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp broken
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass64,737 miles (+382)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,737 miles
    Test number
    798426323266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,355 miles (+9,911)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,355 miles
    Test number
    237640413231
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Fail54,444 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,444 miles
    Test number
    485328122256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass54,444 miles (+8,682)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,444 miles
    Test number
    646258922215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,762 miles
    Test number
    617168271124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,762 miles (+3,229)1 dangerous7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,762 miles
    Test number
    927253771122
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc excessively pitted

  23. Pass42,533 miles (+1,203)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,533 miles
    Test number
    780402960127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear discs pitted

  24. Pass41,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,330 miles
    Test number
    742129169180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,330 miles (+1,675)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,330 miles
    Test number
    421958069163
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass39,655 miles (+4,125)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,655 miles
    Test number
    773959278197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,530 miles (+4,193)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,530 miles
    Test number
    401346987167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,337 miles
    Test number
    434882096161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail31,337 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,337 miles
    Test number
    463862996108
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T503 PKL

Does T503 PKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T503 PKL is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T503 PKL?
The MOT on T503 PKL is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T503 PKL done?
T503 PKL was recorded at 94,608 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 3,205 miles a year.
Has T503 PKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T503 PKL has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T503 PKL 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 T503 PKL find?
T503 PKL passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, and 5 more.

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