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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T56 AYWMOT history

T56 AYW is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 202,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2026
Mileage
202,262 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 AYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T56 AYW was last recorded at 202,262 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 6,059 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,203 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,059 miles
Average per year
6,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,262 miles
  • 2025 – 196,203 miles
  • 2024 – 191,063 miles
  • 2023 – 184,766 miles
  • 2022 – 178,474 miles
  • 2021 – 173,217 miles
  • 2020 – 168,148 miles
  • 2019 – 157,635 miles
  • 2018 – 152,282 miles
  • 2017 – 146,775 miles
  • 2016 – 141,097 miles
  • 2015 – 134,508 miles
  • 2014 – 126,766 miles
  • 2013 – 119,473 miles
  • 2012 – 112,728 miles
  • 2011 – 104,191 miles
  • 2010 – 96,701 miles
  • 2009 – 87,957 miles
  • 2008 – 81,547 miles
  • 2007 – 74,550 miles
  • 2006 – 65,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail202,262 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering suspension (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front suspension d bushes worn

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail202,262 miles (+6,059)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,262 miles
    Test number
    581649446870
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering suspension (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension d bushes worn

  2. Pass196,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    196,203 miles
    Test number
    231043515640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail196,203 miles (+5,140)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,203 miles
    Test number
    473032420140
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  4. Pass191,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    191,063 miles
    Test number
    598171236772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail191,063 miles (+6,297)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,063 miles
    Test number
    704062576070
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass184,766 miles (+6,292)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    184,766 miles
    Test number
    381340310557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass178,474 miles (+5,257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    178,474 miles
    Test number
    593981816992
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass173,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    173,217 miles
    Test number
    653617897734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail173,217 miles (+5,069)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,217 miles
    Test number
    308507349049
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorShock absorbers has negligible damping effect both rears (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass168,148 miles (+2,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    168,148 miles
    Test number
    786444765957
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust deteriorated

  11. Pass165,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    165,962 miles
    Test number
    448257172710
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust deteriorated

  12. Fail165,962 miles (+8,327)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,962 miles
    Test number
    506119366245
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust deteriorated

  13. Pass157,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    157,635 miles
    Test number
    534272924332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail157,635 miles (+5,353)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,635 miles
    Test number
    863828766473
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass152,282 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    152,282 miles
    Test number
    773268050332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  16. Fail152,282 miles (+5,507)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,282 miles
    Test number
    969602991944
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  17. Pass146,775 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    146,775 miles
    Test number
    710217534370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail146,775 miles (+5,678)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,775 miles
    Test number
    117775771463
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass141,097 miles (+6,589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    141,097 miles
    Test number
    237828322197
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass134,508 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    134,508 miles
    Test number
    737514945052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail134,507 miles (+7,741)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,507 miles
    Test number
    807713345035
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Note225/50x16
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge

  22. Pass126,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    126,766 miles
    Test number
    558796034045
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail126,766 miles (+7,293)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,766 miles
    Test number
    378035234098
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass119,473 miles (+6,745)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    119,473 miles
    Test number
    839969633008
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass112,728 miles (+8,537)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    112,728 miles
    Test number
    798314642011
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear dics are pitted

  26. Pass104,191 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    104,191 miles
    Test number
    168919131416
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner shoulder lightly worn.

  27. Fail104,191 miles (+7,490)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,191 miles
    Test number
    625938431098
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteBothside rear tyres centre tread worn close to legal limit.
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner shoulder lightly worn.

  28. Fail96,701 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,701 miles
    Test number
    100216130417
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass96,701 miles (+8,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    96,701 miles
    Test number
    463036930035
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass87,957 miles (+6,410)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    87,957 miles
    Test number
    631860449092
    • NoteFront number plate is in poor condition.
    • NoteOffside handbrake efficiency is significantly less than nearside - indicating adjustment or repair required.
    • NoteRear indicators and side repeaters are showing very pale in colour.

  31. Pass81,547 miles (+6,997)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    81,547 miles
    Test number
    673062348065
    • NoteBoth rear indicators and offside repeater are showing fairly pale in colour.
    • NoteFront number plate is in poor condition.
    • NoteMetal brake pipe to nearside rear hose is fairly corroded.
    • NoteOffside handbrake efficiency is a little low compared to nearside.

  32. Pass74,550 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    74,550 miles
    Test number
    232895447097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail74,446 miles (+9,180)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,446 miles
    Test number
    674838837060
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  34. Pass65,266 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    65,266 miles
    Test number
    131814346410
    • NoteFront number plate is beginning to de-laminate.
    • NoteRear indicators are a little pale in colour.

Questions about T56 AYW

Does T56 AYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T56 AYW expired on 13 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T56 AYW?
The MOT on T56 AYW expired on 13 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T56 AYW done?
T56 AYW was recorded at 202,262 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 6,662 miles a year.
Has T56 AYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 AYW has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T56 AYW 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 T56 AYW find?
T56 AYW failed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 2 advisories: offside rear integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering suspension; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill, and 3 more.

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