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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T53 KJFMOT history

T53 KJF is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
101,446 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 KJF
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 KJF was last recorded at 101,446 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,141 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
305 miles
Average per year
2,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,446 miles
  • 2025 – 101,141 miles
  • 2024 – 98,851 miles
  • 2023 – 96,440 miles
  • 2021 – 95,939 miles
  • 2019 – 95,739 miles
  • 2018 – 93,954 miles
  • 2017 – 91,795 miles
  • 2015 – 90,467 miles
  • 2014 – 89,568 miles
  • 2013 – 88,859 miles
  • 2012 – 83,392 miles
  • 2011 – 82,080 miles
  • 2010 – 74,534 miles
  • 2009 – 69,117 miles
  • 2008 – 62,025 miles
  • 2007 – 56,052 miles
  • 2006 – 50,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,446 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened link) securing bolt not fully tightened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,446 miles (+305)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    101,446 miles
    Test number
    350936089441
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened link) securing bolt not fully tightened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  2. Pass101,141 miles (+2,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    648725685214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r upper bush not located on anti roll bar correctly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,851 miles (+158)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    98,851 miles
    Test number
    812129420386
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail98,693 miles (+2,253)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,693 miles
    Test number
    156445234512
    • DangerousBrake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system New union under rear floor (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,440 miles (+501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    96,440 miles
    Test number
    329611790044
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass95,939 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,939 miles
    Test number
    331283481261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,924 miles (+185)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,924 miles
    Test number
    549148295223
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass95,739 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,739 miles
    Test number
    264136776419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Fail95,739 miles (+1,785)1 dangerous2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,739 miles
    Test number
    427068215485
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass93,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,954 miles
    Test number
    560102320650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail93,952 miles (+2,157)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,952 miles
    Test number
    595928798536
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  12. Pass91,795 miles (+1,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,795 miles
    Test number
    268112008745
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass90,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,467 miles
    Test number
    663952368127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,467 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,467 miles
    Test number
    646334511719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,568 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,568 miles
    Test number
    969882704393
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from manifold

  16. Fail89,568 miles (+709)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,568 miles
    Test number
    869091904354
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from manifold

  17. Pass88,859 miles (+5,467)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,859 miles
    Test number
    605645493211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    83,392 miles
    Test number
    726280992221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,392 miles (+1,312)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,392 miles
    Test number
    296530392218
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass82,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,080 miles
    Test number
    898218871208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,079 miles (+7,545)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,079 miles
    Test number
    689658171203
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass74,534 miles (+5,417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    74,534 miles
    Test number
    990646380254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass69,117 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    69,117 miles
    Test number
    460197799277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,025 miles (+5,973)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    62,025 miles
    Test number
    473899788225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,052 miles (+5,109)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,052 miles
    Test number
    491936397290
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play offside front steering rack

  26. Pass50,943 miles (+4,913)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    50,943 miles
    Test number
    991930696257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    46,030 miles
    Test number
    292821016432
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T53 KJF

Does T53 KJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T53 KJF is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T53 KJF?
The MOT on T53 KJF is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T53 KJF done?
T53 KJF was recorded at 101,446 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 2,752 miles a year.
Has T53 KJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 KJF has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T53 KJF 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 T53 KJF find?
T53 KJF passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 8 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre rear; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount starting to separate, and 5 more.

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