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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T61 SDLMOT history

T61 SDL is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 101,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
101,378 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T61 SDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T61 SDL was last recorded at 101,378 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 2,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,205 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,173 miles
Average per year
2,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,378 miles
  • 2025 – 99,205 miles
  • 2024 – 97,092 miles
  • 2023 – 94,682 miles
  • 2020 – 91,713 miles
  • 2019 – 87,995 miles
  • 2017 – 83,731 miles
  • 2016 – 77,006 miles
  • 2014 – 71,705 miles
  • 2013 – 67,844 miles
  • 2012 – 63,933 miles
  • 2011 – 52,761 miles
  • 2010 – 50,460 miles
  • 2009 – 48,847 miles
  • 2008 – 47,465 miles
  • 2007 – 45,069 miles
  • 2006 – 43,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,378 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    101,378 miles
    Test number
    994148849565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,376 miles (+2,171)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,376 miles
    Test number
    896754261907
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working fog out (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass99,205 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    99,205 miles
    Test number
    243370084472
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail99,188 miles (+2,096)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,188 miles
    Test number
    184647746573
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake lining(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass97,092 miles (+2,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    97,092 miles
    Test number
    595049359120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHansbrake lever has little reserve travel

  6. Pass94,682 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    94,682 miles
    Test number
    920957655592
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail94,672 miles (+2,959)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,672 miles
    Test number
    380511010991
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass91,713 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,713 miles
    Test number
    833424917812
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded too flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake down on effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail91,713 miles (+3,718)1 dangerous3 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,713 miles
    Test number
    967450213953
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch liner loose (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded too flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake down on effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass87,995 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,995 miles
    Test number
    177291394993
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged

  11. Fail87,995 miles (+4,264)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,995 miles
    Test number
    342570795514
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged

  12. Pass83,731 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,731 miles
    Test number
    245610223171
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged but does not show white light

  13. Fail83,730 miles (+3,064)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,730 miles
    Test number
    760073773985
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged but does not show white light

  14. Pass80,666 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,666 miles
    Test number
    593880842371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail80,664 miles (+3,658)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,664 miles
    Test number
    642267341870
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass77,006 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,006 miles
    Test number
    537272241740
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWheel arch trims and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some underside components

  17. Fail77,005 miles (+5,300)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,005 miles
    Test number
    267630521815
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWheel arch trims and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some underside components

  18. Pass71,705 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,705 miles
    Test number
    538093364144
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearin g on inner edge

  19. Fail71,705 miles (+3,861)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,705 miles
    Test number
    137143464173
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearin g on inner edge

  20. Pass67,844 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,844 miles
    Test number
    559885553146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,843 miles (+3,910)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,843 miles
    Test number
    967104353189
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass63,933 miles (+11,172)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,933 miles
    Test number
    185314612124
    • NoteNail in osf tyre
    • NoteNsf brake hose close to body
    • NoteNsf wishbone bush weak
    • NotePlay/knock through steering rack to o/s
    • NoteSlight judder on osr brake

  23. Pass52,761 miles (+2,301)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,761 miles
    Test number
    497406231107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,460 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,460 miles
    Test number
    101716840185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,442 miles (+1,595)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,442 miles
    Test number
    791975040176
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall deteriorated

  26. Pass48,847 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,847 miles
    Test number
    294551149415
    • NoteFront brake discs have evidence of high spots

  27. Fail48,847 miles (+1,382)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,847 miles
    Test number
    203210849470
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs have evidence of high spots

  28. Pass47,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,465 miles
    Test number
    504681048161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail47,465 miles (+2,396)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,465 miles
    Test number
    663811148194
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass45,069 miles (+26)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,069 miles
    Test number
    190599947117
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWindscreen has light scratches

  31. Fail45,043 miles (+1,648)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,043 miles
    Test number
    251295847467
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWindscreen has light scratches

  32. Pass43,395 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,395 miles
    Test number
    661814946131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T61 SDL

Does T61 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T61 SDL is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T61 SDL?
The MOT on T61 SDL is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T61 SDL done?
T61 SDL was recorded at 101,378 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 2,865 miles a year.
Has T61 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T61 SDL has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T61 SDL 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 T61 SDL find?
T61 SDL passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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