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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T516 RNJMOT history

T516 RNJ is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 98,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2026
Mileage
98,829 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T516 RNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T516 RNJ was last recorded at 98,829 miles on 3 Jun 2025, 4,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,739 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,090 miles
Average per year
3,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,829 miles
  • 2024 – 94,739 miles
  • 2023 – 94,193 miles
  • 2022 – 92,981 miles
  • 2021 – 92,510 miles
  • 2020 – 91,517 miles
  • 2019 – 91,510 miles
  • 2018 – 91,325 miles
  • 2017 – 90,516 miles
  • 2015 – 90,211 miles
  • 2014 – 89,059 miles
  • 2013 – 82,532 miles
  • 2012 – 76,917 miles
  • 2011 – 71,226 miles
  • 2010 – 64,439 miles
  • 2009 – 57,695 miles
  • 2008 – 51,754 miles
  • 2007 – 44,783 miles
  • 2006 – 38,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,829 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Rear axle and suspension components undersealed

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 Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,829 miles (+4,090)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    98,829 miles
    Test number
    708677972670
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle and suspension components undersealed

  2. Pass94,739 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    94,739 miles
    Test number
    317607577861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,193 miles (+1,212)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    94,193 miles
    Test number
    661763953268
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,981 miles (+471)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,981 miles
    Test number
    590173136274
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal and some not visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fog light switch is sticking

  5. Pass92,510 miles (+993)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,510 miles
    Test number
    533808255821
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes undersealed and some not visable (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear outer disc pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear fog light switch sticking

  6. Pass91,517 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,517 miles
    Test number
    516492861563
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass91,510 miles (+185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,510 miles
    Test number
    569234748361
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle

  8. Pass91,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,325 miles
    Test number
    801781722646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail91,325 miles (+809)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,325 miles
    Test number
    420767949718
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

  10. Pass90,516 miles (+305)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,516 miles
    Test number
    331687601687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,211 miles (+1,152)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,211 miles
    Test number
    868417625113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,059 miles (+6,527)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    89,059 miles
    Test number
    529130654065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  13. Pass82,532 miles (+5,615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,532 miles
    Test number
    547766753046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass76,917 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,917 miles
    Test number
    925408852045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,879 miles (+5,653)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,879 miles
    Test number
    409295352069
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass71,226 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    71,226 miles
    Test number
    276516251076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,186 miles (+6,747)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,186 miles
    Test number
    798304851098
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass64,439 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,439 miles
    Test number
    493165550095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail64,439 miles (+6,744)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,439 miles
    Test number
    410715150000
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass57,695 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    57,695 miles
    Test number
    943512149019
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  21. Fail57,692 miles (+5,938)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,692 miles
    Test number
    562852549020
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  22. Fail51,754 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,754 miles
    Test number
    131672558097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass51,754 miles (+6,971)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    51,754 miles
    Test number
    334632058084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,783 miles (+6,031)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,783 miles
    Test number
    323517457018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,752 miles
    Test number
    790122356016
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T516 RNJ

Does T516 RNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T516 RNJ expired on 2 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T516 RNJ?
The MOT on T516 RNJ expired on 2 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T516 RNJ done?
T516 RNJ was recorded at 98,829 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2025, an average of 3,116 miles a year.
Has T516 RNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T516 RNJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on T516 RNJ 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 RNJ find?
T516 RNJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear nail in tyre, and 4 more.

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