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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

T53 WGHMOT history

T53 WGH is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 65,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
65,724 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 WGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 WGH was last recorded at 65,724 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 2,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,568 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,156 miles
Average per year
919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,724 miles
  • 2025 – 63,568 miles
  • 2024 – 60,485 miles
  • 2023 – 60,247 miles
  • 2022 – 59,873 miles
  • 2021 – 59,782 miles
  • 2019 – 59,503 miles
  • 2018 – 59,129 miles
  • 2017 – 58,466 miles
  • 2016 – 57,663 miles
  • 2015 – 57,327 miles
  • 2014 – 56,568 miles
  • 2013 – 54,786 miles
  • 2012 – 54,108 miles
  • 2011 – 53,149 miles
  • 2010 – 51,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,724 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    631535968826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail65,724 miles (+2,156)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    215642029832
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass63,568 miles (+3,083)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    63,568 miles
    Test number
    590033612571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,485 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,485 miles
    Test number
    777225969682
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail60,485 miles (+238)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,485 miles
    Test number
    504278397234
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass60,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    60,247 miles
    Test number
    195394591066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail60,247 miles (+374)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,247 miles
    Test number
    891748068553
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass59,873 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    59,873 miles
    Test number
    603646705799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass59,782 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,782 miles
    Test number
    459968221420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,503 miles (+374)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,503 miles
    Test number
    828647365711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,129 miles (+663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    59,129 miles
    Test number
    661536421767
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass58,466 miles (+803)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    58,466 miles
    Test number
    248037001380
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside

  13. Pass57,663 miles (+336)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,663 miles
    Test number
    354677852463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass57,327 miles (+759)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,327 miles
    Test number
    868080197111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,568 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,568 miles
    Test number
    635415854243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,786 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,786 miles
    Test number
    547870763221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,784 miles (+676)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,784 miles
    Test number
    129369353229
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass54,108 miles (+959)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,108 miles
    Test number
    479086862253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    53,149 miles
    Test number
    128723791200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,149 miles (+1,479)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,149 miles
    Test number
    398268181448
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass51,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,670 miles
    Test number
    581500000393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 WGH

Does T53 WGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T53 WGH is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T53 WGH?
The MOT on T53 WGH is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T53 WGH done?
T53 WGH was recorded at 65,724 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 919 miles a year.
Has T53 WGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 WGH has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T53 WGH 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 WGH find?
T53 WGH passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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