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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T576 LDAMOT history

T576 LDA is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2026
Mileage
140,260 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T576 LDA
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T576 LDA was last recorded at 140,260 miles on 21 Jul 2025, 1,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,496 miles · 20 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,764 miles
Average per year
3,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,260 miles
  • 2024 – 138,496 miles
  • 2023 – 136,094 miles
  • 2022 – 133,715 miles
  • 2021 – 132,540 miles
  • 2020 – 131,563 miles
  • 2019 – 127,712 miles
  • 2018 – 121,424 miles
  • 2017 – 119,101 miles
  • 2016 – 116,211 miles
  • 2015 – 113,014 miles
  • 2014 – 112,450 miles
  • 2013 – 110,066 miles
  • 2012 – 106,893 miles
  • 2011 – 99,182 miles
  • 2010 – 91,255 miles
  • 2009 – 84,038 miles
  • 2008 – 79,375 miles
  • 2007 – 75,538 miles
  • 2006 – 65,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,260 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills, both sides (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,260 miles (+1,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    140,260 miles
    Test number
    649650255228
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills, both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Pass138,496 miles (+2,402)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    138,496 miles
    Test number
    153443985363
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass136,094 miles (+2,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    136,094 miles
    Test number
    772352659330
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
  4. Pass133,715 miles (+1,175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    133,715 miles
    Test number
    600576719232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass132,540 miles (+977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    132,540 miles
    Test number
    494933980937
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass131,563 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    131,563 miles
    Test number
    982280978058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail131,563 miles (+3,848)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,563 miles
    Test number
    864707606462
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail127,715 miles (+3)5 dangerous14 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,715 miles
    Test number
    546432032418
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Fail127,712 miles (+6,288)2 dangerous3 major5 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,712 miles
    Test number
    344714003071
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory indirect vision device insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corrosion (not structural to the vehicle)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corrosion (not structural to the vehicle)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corrosion
  10. Pass121,424 miles (+2,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    121,424 miles
    Test number
    212974305955
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyre treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly cracked
  11. Pass119,101 miles (+2,890)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    119,101 miles
    Test number
    177057003949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass116,211 miles (+3,197)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    116,211 miles
    Test number
    894545803141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
  13. Pass113,014 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    113,014 miles
    Test number
    315885605182
    • NoteCorrosion started on front floor and rear outer sills
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight leak from exhaust
  14. Fail113,014 miles (+564)8 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,014 miles
    Test number
    557829985055
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteCorrosion started on front floor and rear outer sills
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight leak from exhaust
    • NoteTc light on
  15. Pass112,450 miles (+2,384)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,450 miles
    Test number
    546817794096
    • NoteNear side rear brake pipe on swing arm has surface corrosion.
  16. Pass110,066 miles (+32)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    110,066 miles
    Test number
    208869043097
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear unevenly on inner edges
    • NoteExhaust/gearbox bracket broken but exhaust still secure
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteN/s/r trailing arm brake pipe starting to corrode
    • NoteO/s/r hand brake slow/low in reading
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight blow from exhaust rear silencer
    • NoteSlight oil leak from gearbox rear seal
  17. Fail110,034 miles (+3,141)6 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,034 miles
    Test number
    955877133064
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear unevenly on inner edges
    • NoteDrivers door mirror secured by tape
    • NoteExhaust/gearbox bracket broken but exhaust still secure
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteN/s/r trailing arm brake pipe starting to corrode
    • NoteO/s/r hand brake slow/low in reading
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight blow from exhaust rear silencer
    • NoteSlight oil leak from gearbox rear seal
  18. Pass106,893 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,893 miles
    Test number
    138497712084
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to legal limit.
    • NoteExhaust front pipe securing bracket showing signs of deteriation.
    • NoteNear side rear and off side rear brake pipes,on swing lower arms have surface corrosion.
    • NoteOff side rear parking brake outer cable cracked.
    • NoteParking brake travel slightly high.
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer box outter skin corroded.no leaks.
  19. Fail106,893 miles (+7,711)2 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,893 miles
    Test number
    225457912074
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to legal limit.
    • NoteExhaust front pipe securing bracket showing signs of deteriation.
    • NoteNear side rear and off side rear brake pipes,on swing lower arms have surface corrosion.
    • NoteOff side rear parking brake outer cable cracked.
    • NoteParking brake travel slightly high.
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer box outter skin corroded.no leaks.
  20. Pass99,182 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    99,182 miles
    Test number
    147995711020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNear side front tyre close to legal limit.
    • NoteOff side rear tyre close to legal limit,smal surface cracks on inner wall of tyre.
    • NoteSlight blow on rear exhaust silencer box,
  21. Fail99,182 miles (+7,927)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,182 miles
    Test number
    506564711072
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNear side front tyre close to legal limit.
    • NoteOff side rear tyre close to legal limit,smal surface cracks on inner wall of tyre.
    • NoteSlight blow on rear exhaust silencer box,
  22. Pass91,255 miles (+17)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,255 miles
    Test number
    902888510098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteAir bag light on dash board display
    • NoteSlight detereation of off side rear outter parking brake cable,
  23. Fail91,238 miles (+7,200)2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,238 miles
    Test number
    184942710046
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteAir bag light on dash board display
    • NoteSlight detereation of off side rear outter parking brake cable,
  24. Pass84,038 miles (+4,663)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    84,038 miles
    Test number
    680786819061
    • Note[air bag light showing on dash board display,]
    • Note[slight spacing between second and third letters on front and rear number plates]
  25. Pass79,375 miles (+31)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    79,375 miles
    Test number
    303448518008
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low?
    • NoteUnable to check n/s/f seat belt due to child seat
  26. Fail79,344 miles (+3,806)4 failures1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,344 miles
    Test number
    782784718028
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low?
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on limit and wearing unevenly
    • NoteUnable to check n/s/f seat belt due to child seat
  27. Pass75,538 miles (+10,369)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    75,538 miles
    Test number
    583222617077
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteN/s.r and n/s/f tyres approaching legal limits
  28. Pass65,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    65,169 miles
    Test number
    571738916034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T576 LDA

Does T576 LDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T576 LDA expired on 21 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T576 LDA?
The MOT on T576 LDA expired on 21 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T576 LDA done?
T576 LDA was recorded at 140,260 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2025, an average of 3,850 miles a year.
Has T576 LDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T576 LDA has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on T576 LDA 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 T576 LDA find?
T576 LDA passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2025 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, and 1 more.

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