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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T678 TSCMOT history

T678 TSC is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
72,773 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T678 TSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T678 TSC was last recorded at 72,773 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 1,862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,911 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,862 miles
Average per year
2,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,773 miles
  • 2025 – 70,911 miles
  • 2024 – 69,722 miles
  • 2023 – 68,395 miles
  • 2022 – 67,208 miles
  • 2021 – 64,712 miles
  • 2019 – 64,684 miles
  • 2018 – 64,531 miles
  • 2017 – 63,785 miles
  • 2016 – 63,270 miles
  • 2015 – 62,733 miles
  • 2014 – 62,087 miles
  • 2013 – 61,281 miles
  • 2012 – 59,826 miles
  • 2011 – 56,583 miles
  • 2010 – 52,679 miles
  • 2009 – 48,503 miles
  • 2008 – 43,555 miles
  • 2007 – 38,929 miles
  • 2006 – 33,940 miles
  • 2005 – 28,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,773 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle has had a protective coating applied to the underside

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,773 miles (+1,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    72,773 miles
    Test number
    759126230782
    • AdvisoryVehicle has had a protective coating applied to the underside

  2. Pass70,911 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    70,911 miles
    Test number
    502049187987
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body panel (wheel arch) corroded, not likely to cause injury Nearside and offside bolt on/cover sills, non structural components corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail70,907 miles (+1,185)3 major2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,907 miles
    Test number
    847625661993
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Vehicle began to overheat after brake test before emissions could be carried out (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside bolt on/cover sills, non structural components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body panel (wheel arch) corroded, not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass69,722 miles (+1,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,722 miles
    Test number
    191300241052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass68,395 miles (+1,187)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,395 miles
    Test number
    208612849411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,208 miles (+2,496)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    67,208 miles
    Test number
    106734689114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,712 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,712 miles
    Test number
    929035804637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,684 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    64,684 miles
    Test number
    801705929948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,531 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,531 miles
    Test number
    786115799207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,785 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,785 miles
    Test number
    546030628688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,270 miles (+537)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    63,270 miles
    Test number
    804628823076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,733 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,733 miles
    Test number
    247531675446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,087 miles (+806)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,087 miles
    Test number
    849531284127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass61,281 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,281 miles
    Test number
    317427073129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,826 miles (+191)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    959701772180
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front & rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted at edge

  16. Fail59,635 miles (+3,052)4 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,635 miles
    Test number
    358671552149
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriorated
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs pitted

  17. Pass56,583 miles (+3,904)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,583 miles
    Test number
    165200851103
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close too limit.

  18. Pass52,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    52,679 miles
    Test number
    293212350106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,679 miles (+4,176)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,679 miles
    Test number
    234102450151
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass48,503 miles (+4,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,503 miles
    Test number
    940739559195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass43,555 miles (+4,626)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,555 miles
    Test number
    582167358191
    • NoteNail in sidewall off nearside rear tyre.

  22. Pass38,929 miles (+4,989)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    38,929 miles
    Test number
    540737857110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,940 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    33,940 miles
    Test number
    641813966143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,629 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    28,629 miles
    Test number
    613653055147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail28,623 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,623 miles
    Test number
    360412955115
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T678 TSC

Does T678 TSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T678 TSC is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T678 TSC?
The MOT on T678 TSC is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T678 TSC done?
T678 TSC was recorded at 72,773 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 2,090 miles a year.
Has T678 TSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T678 TSC has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T678 TSC 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 T678 TSC find?
T678 TSC passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: vehicle has had a protective coating applied to the underside.

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