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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T516 BJBMOT history

T516 BJB is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 96,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
96,792 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T516 BJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T516 BJB was last recorded at 96,792 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,576 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
216 miles
Average per year
2,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,792 miles
  • 2025 – 96,576 miles
  • 2023 – 96,032 miles
  • 2022 – 95,474 miles
  • 2021 – 92,794 miles
  • 2020 – 91,036 miles
  • 2019 – 88,596 miles
  • 2018 – 85,432 miles
  • 2017 – 84,780 miles
  • 2016 – 82,686 miles
  • 2015 – 76,124 miles
  • 2014 – 69,583 miles
  • 2013 – 68,923 miles
  • 2012 – 65,579 miles
  • 2011 – 64,302 miles
  • 2010 – 60,492 miles
  • 2009 – 59,427 miles
  • 2008 – 57,271 miles
  • 2007 – 54,307 miles
  • 2006 – 53,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,792 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,792 miles (+216)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    96,792 miles
    Test number
    903655350998
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass96,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    96,576 miles
    Test number
    270806016220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail96,576 miles (+544)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,576 miles
    Test number
    641739917795
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass96,032 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    96,032 miles
    Test number
    626226973250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,474 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    95,474 miles
    Test number
    841346548683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,794 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    92,794 miles
    Test number
    959264012219
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail92,794 miles (+1,758)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,794 miles
    Test number
    399479527874
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass91,036 miles (+2,440)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,036 miles
    Test number
    583747432443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass88,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,596 miles
    Test number
    689907664744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail88,596 miles (+3,164)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,596 miles
    Test number
    394604772774
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass85,432 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,432 miles
    Test number
    540595507602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,360 miles (+580)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,360 miles
    Test number
    214728446790
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass84,780 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,780 miles
    Test number
    334131195295
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

  14. Fail84,764 miles (+2,078)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,764 miles
    Test number
    791756308437
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass82,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,686 miles
    Test number
    259981364799
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sidewall is split but no cords seen.

  16. Fail82,686 miles (+6,562)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,686 miles
    Test number
    837012708875
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sidewall is split but no cords seen.

  17. Pass76,124 miles (+6,541)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,124 miles
    Test number
    226991545122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,583 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,583 miles
    Test number
    587973344136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,581 miles (+658)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,581 miles
    Test number
    908361144130
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass68,923 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    387633933108
    • NoteRear discs poor condition

  21. Fail68,923 miles (+3,344)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    138243533178
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear discs poor condition

  22. Pass65,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,579 miles
    Test number
    109003392478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,579 miles (+1,277)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,579 miles
    Test number
    958433892030
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass64,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,302 miles
    Test number
    575856391036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail64,302 miles (+3,810)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,302 miles
    Test number
    137789081097
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass60,492 miles (+1,065)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,492 miles
    Test number
    873612820096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,427 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,427 miles
    Test number
    631616119099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass57,271 miles (+2,964)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,271 miles
    Test number
    933504528003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass54,307 miles (+350)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,307 miles
    Test number
    370596527053
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteDamage offside rear indicator lens.

  30. Pass53,957 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    53,957 miles
    Test number
    981631436058
    • NoteOffside rear light lens damaged.

Questions about T516 BJB

Does T516 BJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T516 BJB is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T516 BJB?
The MOT on T516 BJB is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T516 BJB done?
T516 BJB was recorded at 96,792 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 2,092 miles a year.
Has T516 BJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T516 BJB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T516 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 T516 BJB find?
T516 BJB passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 4 more.

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