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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T530 OKLMOT history

T530 OKL is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 110,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2026
Mileage
110,645 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T530 OKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T530 OKL was last recorded at 110,645 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,360 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
285 miles
Average per year
1,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,645 miles
  • 2025 – 110,360 miles
  • 2023 – 110,199 miles
  • 2022 – 109,913 miles
  • 2020 – 109,276 miles
  • 2019 – 109,114 miles
  • 2018 – 108,921 miles
  • 2017 – 108,805 miles
  • 2016 – 108,444 miles
  • 2015 – 107,525 miles
  • 2013 – 104,472 miles
  • 2012 – 104,018 miles
  • 2011 – 103,568 miles
  • 2010 – 98,829 miles
  • 2009 – 97,427 miles
  • 2008 – 95,542 miles
  • 2007 – 91,647 miles
  • 2006 – 83,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,645 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,645 miles (+285)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,645 miles
    Test number
    794300768466
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass110,360 miles (+161)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    110,360 miles
    Test number
    609518918241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle been standing

  3. Pass110,199 miles (+286)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    110,199 miles
    Test number
    199593148216
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,913 miles (+637)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    109,913 miles
    Test number
    335789462779
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft damaged but serviceable front rubber condition (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust condition

  5. Pass109,276 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,276 miles
    Test number
    821978296938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,114 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,114 miles
    Test number
    599770085347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,921 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    108,921 miles
    Test number
    698635036921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,805 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,805 miles
    Test number
    130731409268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,444 miles (+919)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,444 miles
    Test number
    203509269792
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryF/r discs condition
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroding

  10. Pass107,525 miles (+3,053)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,525 miles
    Test number
    149725585044
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAdvise all coil springs corroding
    • NoteAdvise all tyres perishing and wearing unevenly
    • NoteAdvise exhaust system corroding
    • NoteAdvise front screen chipped
    • NoteAdvise fuel filler cap seal perishing
    • NoteAdvise head lamp lenses deteriorating
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs corroding
    • NoteAdvise steering column lower uj rubber worn-wearing

  11. Pass104,472 miles (+454)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,472 miles
    Test number
    335573693161
    • NoteAdvise all brake discs corroding
    • NoteAdvise all tyres starting to perish
    • NoteAdvise both front lower arm rear bushes
    • NoteAdvise both rear coil springs corroding
    • NoteAdvise exhaust system corroding
    • NoteAdvise lower steering u/j worn-some movement

  12. Pass104,018 miles (+450)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    104,018 miles
    Test number
    298015302291
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise all tyres perishing [still legal no cords visable]
    • NoteAdvise exhaust system corroding
    • NoteAdvise metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs corroding
    • NoteAdvise some movement in steering lower uj to rack

  13. Pass103,568 miles (+17)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    103,568 miles
    Test number
    188940711230
    • NoteAdvise all tyres starting to perish
    • NoteAdvise exhaust system corroding
    • NoteAdvise front lower suspension arm rear bushes worn
    • NoteAdvise metal brake pipes corroding
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs corroding
    • NoteAdvise steering column uj rubber starting to wear

  14. Fail103,551 miles (+4,722)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,551 miles
    Test number
    535138881185
    • FailureLower Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering column flexible coupling retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass98,829 miles (+1,402)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    98,829 miles
    Test number
    292882680425
    • NoteAdvise all brake discs corroded and lipped
    • NoteAdvise both front shock asborbers weeping and soft
    • NoteAdvise brakes,suspension and exhaust components all showing signs of corroison
    • NoteAdvise front brake pads nearing legal limits
    • NoteAdvise front wipers,juddery operation

  16. Pass97,427 miles (+1,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    97,427 miles
    Test number
    142412089159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

  17. Pass95,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    95,542 miles
    Test number
    323106368136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail95,542 miles (+3,895)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,542 miles
    Test number
    414136768167
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass91,647 miles (+7,743)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    91,647 miles
    Test number
    680908287141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    83,904 miles
    Test number
    811375836189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T530 OKL

Does T530 OKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T530 OKL expired on 6 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T530 OKL?
The MOT on T530 OKL expired on 6 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T530 OKL done?
T530 OKL was recorded at 110,645 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 1,332 miles a year.
Has T530 OKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T530 OKL has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T530 OKL 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 T530 OKL find?
T530 OKL failed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen; nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 9 more.

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