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BMW Z3

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T522 BDPMOT history

T522 BDP is a grey petrol BMW Z3 first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
64,337 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T522 BDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T522 BDP was last recorded at 64,337 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 1,640 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,697 miles · 24 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,640 miles
Average per year
1,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,337 miles
  • 2024 – 62,697 miles
  • 2023 – 61,612 miles
  • 2022 – 60,592 miles
  • 2021 – 60,096 miles
  • 2020 – 59,295 miles
  • 2019 – 56,042 miles
  • 2018 – 54,826 miles
  • 2017 – 53,368 miles
  • 2015 – 52,641 miles
  • 2014 – 51,012 miles
  • 2013 – 50,014 miles
  • 2012 – 49,255 miles
  • 2010 – 48,171 miles
  • 2009 – 45,329 miles
  • 2008 – 43,636 miles
  • 2006 – 42,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,337 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively the rubber worn. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from gearbox seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,337 miles (+1,640)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    939160927048
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively the rubber worn. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from gearbox seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass62,697 miles (+1,085)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    62,697 miles
    Test number
    421387492008
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass61,612 miles (+62)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    61,612 miles
    Test number
    475310192749
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail61,550 miles (+958)2 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,550 miles
    Test number
    412014460398
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass60,592 miles (+496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    60,592 miles
    Test number
    392252474749
    • AdvisoryFront small chip in windscreen ( zone A)

  6. Pass60,096 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    60,096 miles
    Test number
    475211449225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,295 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    59,295 miles
    Test number
    375346737937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,042 miles (+1,216)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,042 miles
    Test number
    132114529242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,826 miles (+1,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,826 miles
    Test number
    787443261932
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass53,368 miles (+727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,368 miles
    Test number
    883008396847
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint offside and nearside (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  11. Pass52,641 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,641 miles
    Test number
    783119364617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,411 miles (+1,399)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,411 miles
    Test number
    104152567630
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass51,012 miles (+998)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,012 miles
    Test number
    608905734178
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass50,014 miles (+759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,014 miles
    Test number
    417071903132
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass49,255 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,255 miles
    Test number
    129249602182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,252 miles (+1,081)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,252 miles
    Test number
    606827402191
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass48,171 miles (+2,842)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,171 miles
    Test number
    454753780049
    • NoteExhaust has some corrosion

  18. Pass45,329 miles (+1,693)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,329 miles
    Test number
    994150479004
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  19. Pass43,636 miles (+1,275)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,636 miles
    Test number
    271734898083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,361 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,361 miles
    Test number
    104030586144
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  21. Pass42,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,361 miles
    Test number
    271000486460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T522 BDP

Does T522 BDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T522 BDP is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T522 BDP?
The MOT on T522 BDP is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T522 BDP done?
T522 BDP was recorded at 64,337 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 1,137 miles a year.
Has T522 BDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T522 BDP has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T522 BDP 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 T522 BDP find?
T522 BDP passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively the rubber worn.; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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