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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T514 BBRMOT history

T514 BBR is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 105,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,005 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T514 BBR
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 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T514 BBR was last recorded at 105,005 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,840 miles · 15 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
165 miles
Average per year
3,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,005 miles
  • 2023 – 104,840 miles
  • 2022 – 100,941 miles
  • 2021 – 97,045 miles
  • 2020 – 92,736 miles
  • 2019 – 89,749 miles
  • 2018 – 82,869 miles
  • 2016 – 75,014 miles
  • 2015 – 72,997 miles
  • 2014 – 70,354 miles
  • 2013 – 67,219 miles
  • 2012 – 64,478 miles
  • 2011 – 60,696 miles
  • 2010 – 57,723 miles
  • 2009 – 55,017 miles
  • 2008 – 51,946 miles
  • 2007 – 48,126 miles
  • 2006 – 42,998 miles
  • 2005 – 40,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,005 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,005 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,005 miles
    Test number
    359771847199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail104,840 miles (+3,899)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,840 miles
    Test number
    446390693657
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,941 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,941 miles
    Test number
    453553797776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail100,941 miles (+3,896)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,941 miles
    Test number
    392877830414
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking FRONT TO REAR (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,045 miles (+4,309)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,045 miles
    Test number
    548513297448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,736 miles
    Test number
    408832145933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,736 miles (+2,987)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,736 miles
    Test number
    354270161814
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass89,749 miles (+277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,749 miles
    Test number
    653673283878
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail89,472 miles (+6,603)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,472 miles
    Test number
    415712241360
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass82,869 miles (+7,467)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,869 miles
    Test number
    197715687128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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))
    • AdvisoryJacking points Corroded, structural rigidity not significantly reduced

  11. Pass75,402 miles (+388)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,402 miles
    Test number
    908492163974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,014 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,014 miles
    Test number
    769523245869
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in underseal
    • AdvisoryCorrosion n/s/f and o/s/r sill
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn/perished
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Fail75,014 miles (+2,017)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,014 miles
    Test number
    576270493708
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in underseal
    • AdvisoryCorrosion n/s/f and o/s/r sill
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn/perished
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  14. Pass72,997 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,997 miles
    Test number
    917504725235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  15. Fail72,997 miles (+2,643)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,997 miles
    Test number
    399304425289
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  16. Pass70,354 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,354 miles
    Test number
    676505344268
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket corroded but system still fully supported
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipes and undercarriage cated heavily with underseal

  17. Fail70,354 miles (+11)3 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,354 miles
    Test number
    349445844481
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket corroded and insecure but system fully supported
    • NoteRear brake pipes and undercarriage heavily coated with body sealer

  18. Fail70,343 miles (+3,124)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,343 miles
    Test number
    326454444211
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll rear brake pipes heavily undersealed
    • NoteBoth rear trailing arms badly corroded
    • NoteOil leak from above front engine tray
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  19. Pass67,219 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,219 miles
    Test number
    647963833281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail67,219 miles (+2,741)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,219 miles
    Test number
    396053133467
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass64,478 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    64,478 miles
    Test number
    578733332243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir bag lighjt on dash

  22. Fail64,478 miles (+3,782)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,478 miles
    Test number
    918133532261
    • DangerousOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir bag lighjt on dash

  23. Pass60,696 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    60,696 miles
    Test number
    509158131292
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail60,696 miles (+2,973)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,696 miles
    Test number
    807745231210
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass57,723 miles10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    57,723 miles
    Test number
    530608020262
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to deteriorate

  26. Fail57,723 miles (+2,706)1 failure10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,723 miles
    Test number
    444708520222
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to deteriorate

  27. Pass55,017 miles (+3,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,017 miles
    Test number
    392507839239
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass51,946 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,946 miles
    Test number
    943249038291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,126 miles (+5,128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    48,126 miles
    Test number
    123496637267
    • NoteCorrosion to all brake discs †corrosion to exhaust †surface rust to brake pipes

  30. Pass42,998 miles (+2,987)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,998 miles
    Test number
    364405746252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass40,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    40,011 miles
    Test number
    850315845210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T514 BBR

Does T514 BBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T514 BBR is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T514 BBR?
The MOT on T514 BBR is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T514 BBR done?
T514 BBR was recorded at 105,005 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 3,147 miles a year.
Has T514 BBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T514 BBR has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T514 BBR 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 T514 BBR find?
T514 BBR passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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