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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T508 AWRMOT history

T508 AWR is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 82,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
82,524 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T508 AWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T508 AWR was last recorded at 82,524 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,523 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,524 miles
  • 2021 – 82,032 miles
  • 2019 – 74,768 miles
  • 2018 – 69,772 miles
  • 2017 – 66,980 miles
  • 2016 – 65,623 miles
  • 2015 – 64,459 miles
  • 2014 – 62,203 miles
  • 2011 – 62,001 miles
  • 2009 – 58,641 miles
  • 2007 – 56,890 miles
  • 2006 – 53,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,524 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside pipes and hoses heavily undersealed (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear suspension heavily undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,524 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    82,524 miles
    Test number
    102362605234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside pipes and hoses heavily undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail82,523 miles (+491)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    776543678438
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside pipes and hoses heavily undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  3. Pass82,032 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,032 miles
    Test number
    826803926695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,031 miles (+7,263)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,031 miles
    Test number
    270360650131
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass74,768 miles (+4,996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,768 miles
    Test number
    487287936938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,772 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,772 miles
    Test number
    388027339096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,482 miles (+2,502)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,482 miles
    Test number
    248709857774
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHand brake effort 19% (min 16%) advise inspection, nearside low.

  8. Pass66,980 miles (+1,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,980 miles
    Test number
    574115644890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass65,623 miles (+1,164)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,623 miles
    Test number
    113701530713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,459 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,459 miles
    Test number
    275285425426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,203 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,203 miles
    Test number
    497534234188
    • NoteBoth handbrake cables outer cabling deterierated

  12. Fail62,203 miles (+202)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,203 miles
    Test number
    468750324106
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth handbrake cables outer cabling deterierated

  13. Pass62,001 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,001 miles
    Test number
    205932051449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,999 miles (+3,358)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,999 miles
    Test number
    329417341189
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass58,641 miles (+1,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,641 miles
    Test number
    821083059172
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass56,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,890 miles
    Test number
    794634057272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,890 miles (+3,631)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,890 miles
    Test number
    790373857216
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass53,259 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,259 miles
    Test number
    201031066290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about T508 AWR

Does T508 AWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T508 AWR is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T508 AWR?
The MOT on T508 AWR is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T508 AWR done?
T508 AWR was recorded at 82,524 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 1,464 miles a year.
Has T508 AWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T508 AWR has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T508 AWR 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 T508 AWR find?
T508 AWR passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside pipes and hoses heavily undersealed; rear suspension heavily undersealed; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4.

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