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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T646 SPAMOT history

T646 SPA is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 127,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2023
Mileage
127,817 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T646 SPA
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
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T646 SPA was last recorded at 127,817 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,800 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
3,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,817 miles
  • 2025 – 127,800 miles
  • 2022 – 127,470 miles
  • 2020 – 126,678 miles
  • 2019 – 122,355 miles
  • 2018 – 121,387 miles
  • 2017 – 120,259 miles
  • 2016 – 119,393 miles
  • 2015 – 117,284 miles
  • 2014 – 115,522 miles
  • 2013 – 113,970 miles
  • 2012 – 111,166 miles
  • 2011 – 100,877 miles
  • 2010 – 95,825 miles
  • 2009 – 91,195 miles
  • 2008 – 81,034 miles
  • 2007 – 75,208 miles
  • 2006 – 63,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,817 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill, within subframe mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill, within subframe mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear jacking points slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,817 miles (+17)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,817 miles
    Test number
    203700724290
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill, within subframe mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill, within subframe mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail127,800 miles (+330)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,800 miles
    Test number
    972946160954
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front and rear outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front and rear outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,470 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    127,470 miles
    Test number
    846235591915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    889965803752
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear jacking points slight corrosion

  5. FailMileage not read2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    758398694995
    • DangerousBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear jacking points slight corrosion

  6. Pass126,678 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    126,678 miles
    Test number
    962392788684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail126,633 miles (+4,278)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,633 miles
    Test number
    256678868727
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine running lumpy
    • AdvisoryPark brake requirements only just met

  8. Pass122,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,355 miles
    Test number
    987280339157
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all break pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension heavily corroded

  9. Fail122,355 miles (+968)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,355 miles
    Test number
    264975880782
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front - rear heavily corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all break pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension heavily corroded

  10. Pass121,387 miles (+1,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    121,387 miles
    Test number
    708568263230
    • AdvisoryFront front suspension and associated components heavily corroded

  11. Pass120,259 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,259 miles
    Test number
    620661670750
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail120,259 miles1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,259 miles
    Test number
    888568277940
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail120,259 miles (+866)1 dangerous12 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,259 miles
    Test number
    527060961277
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded p/s cooler pipe (2.3.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass119,393 miles (+2,109)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,393 miles
    Test number
    568717689669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass117,284 miles (+1,762)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    117,284 miles
    Test number
    147226585459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake outer casing damaged

  16. Pass115,522 miles (+1,552)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    115,522 miles
    Test number
    775495484069
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteExhaust system slightly deteriorated

  17. Pass113,970 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    113,970 miles
    Test number
    217514113407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres rubbing wheel arch under load

  18. Fail113,970 miles (+2,804)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,970 miles
    Test number
    298034813143
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres rubbing wheel arch under load

  19. Pass111,166 miles (+10,289)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,166 miles
    Test number
    679001252169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass100,877 miles (+5,052)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,877 miles
    Test number
    227978051429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,825 miles (+4,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    95,825 miles
    Test number
    223515570167
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass91,195 miles (+10,161)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    91,195 miles
    Test number
    142526279154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,034 miles (+5,826)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    81,034 miles
    Test number
    434405668138
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail75,208 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,208 miles
    Test number
    114986577123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass75,208 miles (+11,850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    75,208 miles
    Test number
    640986277106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass63,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    63,358 miles
    Test number
    500230016094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T646 SPA

Does T646 SPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T646 SPA expired on 5 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T646 SPA?
The MOT on T646 SPA expired on 5 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T646 SPA done?
T646 SPA was recorded at 127,817 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 3,154 miles a year.
Has T646 SPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T646 SPA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T646 SPA 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 T646 SPA find?
T646 SPA failed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 3 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, within subframe mounting area; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, within subframe mounting area, and 9 more.

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