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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T647 BBRMOT history

T647 BBR is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 89,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
89,604 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T647 BBR
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 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T647 BBR was last recorded at 89,604 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,587 miles · 3 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
1,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,604 miles
  • 2025 – 88,758 miles
  • 2024 – 88,105 miles
  • 2022 – 87,403 miles
  • 2021 – 86,779 miles
  • 2020 – 85,479 miles
  • 2019 – 82,928 miles
  • 2018 – 80,492 miles
  • 2017 – 79,496 miles
  • 2016 – 77,722 miles
  • 2015 – 75,869 miles
  • 2014 – 73,897 miles
  • 2013 – 72,753 miles
  • 2012 – 71,423 miles
  • 2011 – 69,888 miles
  • 2010 – 68,173 miles
  • 2009 – 66,554 miles
  • 2008 – 64,830 miles
  • 2007 – 62,495 miles
  • 2006 – 59,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,604 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear clamp sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers been repaired
  • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of corrosion

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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,604 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    89,604 miles
    Test number
    983566516434
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear clamp sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers been repaired
    • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of corrosion
  2. Fail89,587 miles (+829)3 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,587 miles
    Test number
    415159442731
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (front most) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (front most) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass88,758 miles (+653)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    88,758 miles
    Test number
    537709963395
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded front half (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded front half (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass88,105 miles (+5)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    88,105 miles
    Test number
    195550493519
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Fail88,100 miles (+697)1 dangerous9 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,100 miles
    Test number
    516430410307
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Coolant boiled over (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill within 30cm of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Rubbing on suspension arm (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill within 30cm of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill within 30cm of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Rubbing on suspension arm (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill within 30cm of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Flexi pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Flexi pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad wear sensor snapped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted
  6. Pass87,403 miles (+624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,403 miles
    Test number
    860800163073
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass86,779 miles (+1,300)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,779 miles
    Test number
    928878633974
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass85,479 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,479 miles
    Test number
    176655686484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,928 miles (+2,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    82,928 miles
    Test number
    299923159803
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
  10. Pass80,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,492 miles
    Test number
    364507506550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,492 miles (+21)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,492 miles
    Test number
    602028602909
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking centre rear (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))
  12. Fail80,471 miles (+975)1 dangerous7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,471 miles
    Test number
    268510235563
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres, tread cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily deteriorated
  13. Pass79,496 miles (+1,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,496 miles
    Test number
    789493390316
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  14. Pass77,722 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,722 miles
    Test number
    844609880337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,717 miles (+1,848)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,717 miles
    Test number
    888681474387
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  16. Pass75,869 miles (+1,972)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,869 miles
    Test number
    336294335006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,897 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,897 miles
    Test number
    886564714096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Fail73,897 miles (+1,144)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,897 miles
    Test number
    308844914098
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass72,753 miles (+1,330)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,753 miles
    Test number
    268730413015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f strut top worn
  20. Pass71,423 miles (+1,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    71,423 miles
    Test number
    178443012431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass69,888 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,888 miles
    Test number
    277473511087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,173 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,173 miles
    Test number
    773188410058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,165 miles (+1,611)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,165 miles
    Test number
    710884010096
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  24. Pass66,554 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    66,554 miles
    Test number
    944459109052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMIDDLE AND REAR EXHAUST HEAVILY CORRODED
  25. Fail66,554 miles (+1,724)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,554 miles
    Test number
    273239509088
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMIDDLE AND REAR EXHAUST HEAVILY CORRODED
  26. Pass64,830 miles (+11)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,830 miles
    Test number
    341221218039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST HEAVILY CORRODED
  27. Fail64,819 miles (+2,324)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,819 miles
    Test number
    174968008423
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST HEAVILY CORRODED
  28. Pass62,495 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    62,495 miles
    Test number
    110598507484
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  29. Fail62,495 miles (+2,976)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,495 miles
    Test number
    940178307009
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  30. Pass59,519 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    59,519 miles
    Test number
    242635806048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T647 BBR

Does T647 BBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T647 BBR is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T647 BBR?
The MOT on T647 BBR is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T647 BBR done?
T647 BBR was recorded at 89,604 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 1,455 miles a year.
Has T647 BBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T647 BBR has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T647 BBR 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 T647 BBR find?
T647 BBR passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear clamp sleeve; both outer sill covers been repaired; suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

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