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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T56 SYJMOT history

T56 SYJ is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 6 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 62,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
62,696 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 SYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 SYJ was last recorded at 62,696 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 2,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,216 miles · 24 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,480 miles
Average per year
837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,696 miles
  • 2023 – 60,216 miles
  • 2022 – 58,965 miles
  • 2021 – 57,692 miles
  • 2020 – 56,470 miles
  • 2019 – 53,138 miles
  • 2018 – 51,586 miles
  • 2015 – 50,346 miles
  • 2013 – 49,636 miles
  • 2010 – 49,480 miles
  • 2009 – 49,233 miles
  • 2007 – 48,590 miles
  • 2006 – 47,524 miles
  • 2005 – 45,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,696 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    62,696 miles
    Test number
    131222505841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail62,696 miles (+2,480)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,696 miles
    Test number
    329690375569
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass60,216 miles (+1,251)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,216 miles
    Test number
    420116481175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,965 miles (+1,273)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    58,965 miles
    Test number
    156595853485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,692 miles (+1,222)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    57,692 miles
    Test number
    252896135542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,470 miles (+3,332)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,470 miles
    Test number
    961992300533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,138 miles (+1,552)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,138 miles
    Test number
    732111901083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,586 miles (+1,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,586 miles
    Test number
    163727460181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  9. Pass50,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,346 miles
    Test number
    348105055142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,346 miles (+710)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,346 miles
    Test number
    816264655168
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
  11. Pass49,636 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,636 miles
    Test number
    595730103296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,480 miles (+247)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,480 miles
    Test number
    552642260149
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r anti roll bar link not fully pressed onto roll bar
    • NoteO/s hand brake low effort
  13. Pass49,233 miles (+643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,233 miles
    Test number
    972538549114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  14. Pass48,590 miles (+1,066)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    48,590 miles
    Test number
    243302507392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,524 miles (+1,802)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,524 miles
    Test number
    900182406314
    • NoteBonnet catch sticking advise repair
  16. Pass45,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    45,722 miles
    Test number
    544635585250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T56 SYJ

Does T56 SYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T56 SYJ is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T56 SYJ?
The MOT on T56 SYJ is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T56 SYJ done?
T56 SYJ was recorded at 62,696 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 837 miles a year.
Has T56 SYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 SYJ has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T56 SYJ 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 SYJ find?
T56 SYJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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