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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T551 OKEMOT history

T551 OKE is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 114,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
114,205 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 OKE
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
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T551 OKE was last recorded at 114,205 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 4,192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,013 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,192 miles
Average per year
3,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,205 miles
  • 2025 – 110,013 miles
  • 2024 – 104,701 miles
  • 2023 – 104,538 miles
  • 2022 – 98,659 miles
  • 2021 – 94,324 miles
  • 2020 – 91,663 miles
  • 2019 – 86,560 miles
  • 2018 – 74,727 miles
  • 2017 – 71,721 miles
  • 2016 – 67,128 miles
  • 2015 – 64,879 miles
  • 2014 – 60,535 miles
  • 2013 – 56,480 miles
  • 2012 – 53,756 miles
  • 2011 – 50,197 miles
  • 2010 – 46,082 miles
  • 2009 – 43,183 miles
  • 2008 – 41,088 miles
  • 2007 – 38,496 miles
  • 2006 – 34,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,205 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,205 miles (+4,192)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,205 miles
    Test number
    701901847595
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass110,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    110,013 miles
    Test number
    861821571795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail110,013 miles (+226)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,013 miles
    Test number
    802712342551
    • 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 at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working front and rear (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail109,787 miles (+125)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,787 miles
    Test number
    506397557971
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake Requires adjustment
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Differential bush worn
    • AdvisoryVehicle began to overheat during emissions test

  5. Fail109,662 miles (+4,961)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,662 miles
    Test number
    106576528037
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

  6. Pass104,701 miles (+163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,701 miles
    Test number
    280403235797
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail104,538 miles (+5,879)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,538 miles
    Test number
    786462721829
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass98,659 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,659 miles
    Test number
    290676363200
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail98,640 miles (+4,316)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,640 miles
    Test number
    231574178101
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass94,324 miles (+2,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    94,324 miles
    Test number
    358567505244
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass91,663 miles (+5,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,663 miles
    Test number
    822256731853
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass86,560 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,560 miles
    Test number
    900938749476
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail86,559 miles (+11,832)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,559 miles
    Test number
    392791987319
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass74,727 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,727 miles
    Test number
    583972777850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,718 miles (+2,997)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,718 miles
    Test number
    348029259121
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  16. Pass71,721 miles (+4,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    71,721 miles
    Test number
    737700972114
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryNS rear tyre tread worn low

  17. Pass67,128 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,128 miles
    Test number
    948276101488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine pans
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  18. Fail67,128 miles (+2,249)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,128 miles
    Test number
    189291594581
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine pans
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  19. Pass64,879 miles (+4,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,879 miles
    Test number
    859130315199
    • 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)

  20. Pass60,535 miles (+4,055)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,535 miles
    Test number
    249259904437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,480 miles (+2,724)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    56,480 miles
    Test number
    817403653065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,756 miles (+3,559)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,756 miles
    Test number
    317763262005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,197 miles (+4,115)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,197 miles
    Test number
    868288371001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,082 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,082 miles
    Test number
    940525680078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,183 miles
    Test number
    343434689086
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail43,182 miles (+2,094)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,182 miles
    Test number
    353464189025
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass41,088 miles (+2,592)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,088 miles
    Test number
    241652388025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,496 miles (+3,974)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,496 miles
    Test number
    910603387045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,522 miles
    Test number
    194783286079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T551 OKE

Does T551 OKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T551 OKE expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T551 OKE?
The MOT on T551 OKE expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T551 OKE done?
T551 OKE was recorded at 114,205 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 3,946 miles a year.
Has T551 OKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 OKE has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T551 OKE 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 T551 OKE find?
T551 OKE failed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 7 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 4 more.

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