BMW logo

BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T528 RNJMOT history

T528 RNJ is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
109,646 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,778 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T528 RNJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T528 RNJ
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
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T528 RNJ was last recorded at 109,646 miles on 19 May 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,642 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,646 miles
  • 2020 – 108,706 miles
  • 2018 – 105,994 miles
  • 2017 – 101,284 miles
  • 2016 – 96,945 miles
  • 2015 – 95,693 miles
  • 2013 – 93,585 miles
  • 2012 – 88,703 miles
  • 2011 – 80,973 miles
  • 2010 – 75,276 miles
  • 2009 – 70,758 miles
  • 2008 – 66,520 miles
  • 2007 – 62,125 miles
  • 2006 – 55,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,646 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose ferrules corroded slightly
  • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
  • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers corroded (non structural)
  • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

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 Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,646 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    109,646 miles
    Test number
    381676100530
    • AdvisoryBrake hose ferrules corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers corroded (non structural)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  2. Fail109,646 miles (+4)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,646 miles
    Test number
    726223735470
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose ferrules corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers corroded (non structural)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  3. Fail109,642 miles (+936)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,642 miles
    Test number
    652826839982
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills corroded and holed but not perscribed
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Osf and both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass108,706 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    108,706 miles
    Test number
    971026811632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside, Outer sill covers heavily Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Corrosion Around Nearside and Offside, Jacking Points
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside, Innner Edges Wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail108,705 miles (+2,711)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,705 miles
    Test number
    595323286199
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside, Outer sill covers heavily Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Corrosion Around Nearside and Offside, Jacking Points
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside, Innner Edges Wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass105,994 miles (+4,710)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    105,994 miles
    Test number
    831206216906
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass101,284 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,284 miles
    Test number
    855464974370
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroded

  8. Fail101,284 miles (+4,339)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,284 miles
    Test number
    693176761273
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroded

  9. Pass96,945 miles (+1,252)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,945 miles
    Test number
    901324150629
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim nearside and offside (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sills corroding around jacking point areas all

  10. Pass95,693 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,693 miles
    Test number
    387360625127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail95,593 miles (+2,008)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,593 miles
    Test number
    156988615100
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass93,585 miles (+13)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    93,585 miles
    Test number
    246824953300
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWipers smear slightly

  13. Fail93,572 miles (+4,869)5 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,572 miles
    Test number
    985622353315
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWipers smear slightly

  14. Pass88,703 miles (+7,730)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    88,703 miles
    Test number
    108275442382
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass80,973 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    479554351494
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteNearside wiper split

  16. Fail80,973 miles (+5,697)3 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    178334451318
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteNearside wiper split

  17. Pass75,276 miles (+48)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    75,276 miles
    Test number
    491966150403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes corroding

  18. Fail75,228 miles (+4,470)2 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,228 miles
    Test number
    833899140300
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes corroding

  19. Pass70,758 miles (+33)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    70,758 miles
    Test number
    864278949393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroding

  20. Fail70,725 miles (+4,205)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,725 miles
    Test number
    340883649326
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroding

  21. Pass66,520 miles (+4,395)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    66,520 miles
    Test number
    974936738345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  22. Pass62,125 miles (+6,551)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    62,125 miles
    Test number
    594116147325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    55,574 miles
    Test number
    494294836348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T528 RNJ

Does T528 RNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T528 RNJ is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T528 RNJ?
The MOT on T528 RNJ is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T528 RNJ done?
T528 RNJ was recorded at 109,646 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 2,778 miles a year.
Has T528 RNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T528 RNJ has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T528 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 T528 RNJ find?
T528 RNJ passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 5 advisories: brake hose ferrules corroded slightly; fuel pipes corroded; headlight lenses slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T528 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.