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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T640 VVWMOT history

T640 VVW is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,995 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T640 VVW
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
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T640 VVW was last recorded at 85,995 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,639 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
356 miles
Average per year
2,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,995 miles
  • 2025 – 85,639 miles
  • 2024 – 85,244 miles
  • 2023 – 84,777 miles
  • 2022 – 84,088 miles
  • 2021 – 83,267 miles
  • 2020 – 82,418 miles
  • 2019 – 81,207 miles
  • 2018 – 79,803 miles
  • 2017 – 78,147 miles
  • 2016 – 76,468 miles
  • 2015 – 74,900 miles
  • 2014 – 73,641 miles
  • 2013 – 72,143 miles
  • 2012 – 70,852 miles
  • 2011 – 70,668 miles
  • 2010 – 68,327 miles
  • 2009 – 64,452 miles
  • 2008 – 55,877 miles
  • 2007 – 46,308 miles
  • 2006 – 38,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,995 miles

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,995 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,995 miles
    Test number
    538106795961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,639 miles (+395)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    85,639 miles
    Test number
    111865358778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,244 miles
    Test number
    983912001650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,244 miles (+467)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,244 miles
    Test number
    692978203884
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass84,777 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    84,777 miles
    Test number
    780504267351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,088 miles (+821)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    84,088 miles
    Test number
    540492569974
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass83,267 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    83,267 miles
    Test number
    910100215313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,418 miles (+1,211)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,418 miles
    Test number
    718228747440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,207 miles (+1,404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    81,207 miles
    Test number
    723493195818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass79,803 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,803 miles
    Test number
    995952549351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,147 miles (+1,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    685918719194
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
  12. Pass76,468 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,468 miles
    Test number
    702491509652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,467 miles (+1,567)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,467 miles
    Test number
    426627012350
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  14. Pass74,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,900 miles
    Test number
    225156955035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,899 miles (+1,258)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,899 miles
    Test number
    309296555086
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  16. Pass73,641 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,641 miles
    Test number
    416589064065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,143 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,143 miles
    Test number
    407653553037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inside edge.
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge.
  18. Fail72,143 miles (+1,291)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,143 miles
    Test number
    288553453021
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inside edge.
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge.
  19. Pass70,852 miles (+184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,852 miles
    Test number
    305369672038
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  20. Pass70,668 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,668 miles
    Test number
    748340681203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,327 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,327 miles
    Test number
    202370470227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  22. Pass68,327 miles (+3,875)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,327 miles
    Test number
    941030870235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,452 miles (+8,575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,452 miles
    Test number
    690326969222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass55,877 miles (+9,569)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    55,877 miles
    Test number
    211616658295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,308 miles (+7,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,308 miles
    Test number
    382143497140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  26. Pass38,953 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,953 miles
    Test number
    222112106285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn check 3000 miles.

Questions about T640 VVW

Does T640 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T640 VVW is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T640 VVW?
The MOT on T640 VVW is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T640 VVW done?
T640 VVW was recorded at 85,995 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 2,413 miles a year.
Has T640 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T640 VVW has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T640 VVW 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 T640 VVW find?
T640 VVW passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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