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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T508 BJBMOT history

T508 BJB is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
109,824 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T508 BJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T508 BJB was last recorded at 109,824 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,824 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,824 miles
  • 2022 – 108,708 miles
  • 2021 – 108,051 miles
  • 2020 – 107,650 miles
  • 2018 – 106,171 miles
  • 2017 – 105,107 miles
  • 2016 – 104,896 miles
  • 2015 – 103,891 miles
  • 2014 – 102,497 miles
  • 2013 – 101,234 miles
  • 2012 – 96,589 miles
  • 2011 – 85,159 miles
  • 2010 – 75,189 miles
  • 2009 – 64,668 miles
  • 2008 – 51,900 miles
  • 2007 – 43,147 miles
  • 2006 – 33,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,824 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    109,824 miles
    Test number
    460884496089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail109,824 miles5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,824 miles
    Test number
    773359563121
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed temperature guage in red (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine MiL on indicating a fault

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    953832813114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. FailMileage not read7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    417136372794
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    246513840005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,708 miles (+657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,708 miles
    Test number
    905889373763
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass108,051 miles (+401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    108,051 miles
    Test number
    208403110146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass107,650 miles (+1,479)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,650 miles
    Test number
    183039042039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,171 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,171 miles
    Test number
    195696454623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,165 miles (+1,058)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,165 miles
    Test number
    760980051033
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass105,107 miles (+211)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,107 miles
    Test number
    448535241833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  12. Pass104,896 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    104,896 miles
    Test number
    444518144751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre aged cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail104,896 miles (+1,005)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,896 miles
    Test number
    802154417734
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre aged cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass103,891 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    103,891 miles
    Test number
    528025795179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  15. Fail103,891 miles (+1,394)4 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,891 miles
    Test number
    696295295175
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  16. Pass102,497 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,497 miles
    Test number
    226658284456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass101,234 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    101,234 miles
    Test number
    317540863241
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail101,231 miles (+4,642)12 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,231 miles
    Test number
    247604153224
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass96,589 miles (+11,430)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    96,589 miles
    Test number
    818210412311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    85,159 miles
    Test number
    845147701300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,159 miles (+9,970)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,159 miles
    Test number
    669186801362
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureInner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass75,189 miles (+10,521)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,189 miles
    Test number
    114732810359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass64,668 miles (+12,768)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    64,668 miles
    Test number
    784715519373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,900 miles (+8,753)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    51,900 miles
    Test number
    514169518332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,147 miles (+9,433)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,147 miles
    Test number
    754679217334
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar link joints weak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre getting near wear indicators

  26. Pass33,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,714 miles
    Test number
    952258116317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T508 BJB

Does T508 BJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T508 BJB is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T508 BJB?
The MOT on T508 BJB is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T508 BJB done?
T508 BJB was recorded at 109,824 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 3,999 miles a year.
Has T508 BJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T508 BJB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T508 BJB 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 BJB find?
T508 BJB passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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