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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T618 TWXMOT history

T618 TWX is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,192 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T618 TWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T618 TWX was last recorded at 140,192 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,120 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
4,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,192 miles
  • 2025 – 138,660 miles
  • 2024 – 125,945 miles
  • 2023 – 124,473 miles
  • 2022 – 123,232 miles
  • 2021 – 120,609 miles
  • 2019 – 117,015 miles
  • 2016 – 114,312 miles
  • 2015 – 110,601 miles
  • 2014 – 108,189 miles
  • 2013 – 105,179 miles
  • 2012 – 102,787 miles
  • 2011 – 100,532 miles
  • 2010 – 97,660 miles
  • 2009 – 82,226 miles
  • 2008 – 73,027 miles
  • 2007 – 65,380 miles
  • 2006 – 58,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,192 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass140,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,192 miles
    Test number
    324025177331
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail140,192 miles (+72)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,192 miles
    Test number
    701875348861
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail140,120 miles (+1,460)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,120 miles
    Test number
    924183134302
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,660 miles16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,660 miles
    Test number
    107183802039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail138,660 miles (+12,715)3 major1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,660 miles
    Test number
    102848558816
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on central part (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,945 miles (+1,472)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,945 miles
    Test number
    853520093203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass124,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    124,473 miles
    Test number
    675461501173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail124,473 miles (+39)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,473 miles
    Test number
    696651544639
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail124,434 miles (+1,202)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,434 miles
    Test number
    867450155571
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass123,232 miles (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    123,232 miles
    Test number
    594905653202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,609 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    120,609 miles
    Test number
    460788034774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,015 miles (+2,703)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,015 miles
    Test number
    594031882701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass114,312 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    114,312 miles
    Test number
    909666301091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail114,310 miles (+3,709)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,310 miles
    Test number
    373062242159
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rears to flexis (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass110,601 miles (+2,412)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    110,601 miles
    Test number
    128373007829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass108,189 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    108,189 miles
    Test number
    398362174436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail108,185 miles (+3,006)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,185 miles
    Test number
    398108764468
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished & split

  18. Pass105,179 miles (+47)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,179 miles
    Test number
    275814683280
    • NoteBOTH SIDES REAR BRAKEPIPES CORRODED
    • NoteEXHAUST BRACKET BROKEN BUT SYSTEM SUPPORTED
    • NoteFRONT TO REAR BRAKEPIPES SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT BRAKEPIPE CORRODED

  19. Fail105,132 miles (+2,345)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,132 miles
    Test number
    685677773295
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken (still adequately secure)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorating (no leaks and secure)

  20. Pass102,787 miles (+2,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    102,787 miles
    Test number
    217067572256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass100,532 miles (+2,872)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    100,532 miles
    Test number
    398307261214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,660 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    97,660 miles
    Test number
    432694270272
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHandbrake high
    • NoteNearside rear brake discs slightly pitted

  23. Fail97,660 miles (+15,434)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,660 miles
    Test number
    793554970230
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHandbrake high
    • NoteNearside rear brake discs slightly pitted

  24. Pass82,226 miles (+9,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    82,226 miles
    Test number
    510303989040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass73,027 miles (+148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    73,027 miles
    Test number
    844318188087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Fail72,879 miles (+7,499)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,879 miles
    Test number
    213357178038
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  27. Pass65,380 miles (+7,178)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,380 miles
    Test number
    182762987019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass58,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    58,202 miles
    Test number
    930673086037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T618 TWX

Does T618 TWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T618 TWX is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T618 TWX?
The MOT on T618 TWX is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T618 TWX done?
T618 TWX was recorded at 140,192 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,028 miles a year.
Has T618 TWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T618 TWX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T618 TWX 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 T618 TWX find?
T618 TWX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust mounting defective.

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