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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T515 BJBMOT history

T515 BJB is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 87,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
87,027 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T515 BJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T515 BJB was last recorded at 87,027 miles on 29 May 2026, 2,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,399 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,628 miles
Average per year
3,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,027 miles
  • 2025 – 84,399 miles
  • 2024 – 81,638 miles
  • 2023 – 79,676 miles
  • 2022 – 77,387 miles
  • 2021 – 77,093 miles
  • 2020 – 72,693 miles
  • 2019 – 72,687 miles
  • 2018 – 72,674 miles
  • 2017 – 72,639 miles
  • 2016 – 72,629 miles
  • 2015 – 72,348 miles
  • 2014 – 72,299 miles
  • 2013 – 72,065 miles
  • 2012 – 71,658 miles
  • 2011 – 70,384 miles
  • 2010 – 57,409 miles
  • 2008 – 42,723 miles
  • 2007 – 27,206 miles
  • 2006 – 21,370 miles
  • 2005 – 15,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,027 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,027 miles (+2,628)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,027 miles
    Test number
    881544836120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass84,399 miles (+2,761)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    84,399 miles
    Test number
    505238804160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,638 miles (+1,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    81,638 miles
    Test number
    610825278928
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s & o/s front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass79,676 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    79,676 miles
    Test number
    143964227600
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail79,676 miles (+2,289)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,676 miles
    Test number
    989521694076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass77,387 miles (+294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    77,387 miles
    Test number
    523094846663
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass77,093 miles (+4,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    77,093 miles
    Test number
    144964046851
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass72,693 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    72,693 miles
    Test number
    377745879063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,687 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,687 miles
    Test number
    384017914333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,674 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,674 miles
    Test number
    143292621930
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail72,674 miles (+35)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,674 miles
    Test number
    198704472880
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass72,639 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,639 miles
    Test number
    270880968600
    • AdvisoryRear diff bush

  13. Pass72,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,629 miles
    Test number
    384248882656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,629 miles (+281)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,629 miles
    Test number
    906876274351
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pitted (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pitted (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass72,348 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,348 miles
    Test number
    267820365429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,299 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,299 miles
    Test number
    929700874121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,065 miles (+407)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,065 miles
    Test number
    577344863191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,658 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    71,658 miles
    Test number
    558881682162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,384 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,384 miles
    Test number
    216310591181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,381 miles (+2,533)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,381 miles
    Test number
    327616781164
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass67,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,848 miles
    Test number
    547167501031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail67,848 miles (+10,439)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,848 miles
    Test number
    188576801066
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  23. Pass57,409 miles (+14,686)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,409 miles
    Test number
    311414000084
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass42,723 miles (+15,517)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,723 miles
    Test number
    111578358355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass27,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,206 miles
    Test number
    304570597107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,206 miles (+5,836)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,206 miles
    Test number
    750520297126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass21,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,370 miles
    Test number
    303124886191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail21,370 miles (+5,713)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,370 miles
    Test number
    934654786174
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass15,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    15,657 miles
    Test number
    644436185117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T515 BJB

Does T515 BJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T515 BJB is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T515 BJB?
The MOT on T515 BJB is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T515 BJB done?
T515 BJB was recorded at 87,027 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 3,415 miles a year.
Has T515 BJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T515 BJB has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T515 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 T515 BJB find?
T515 BJB passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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