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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T72 AYWMOT history

T72 AYW is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 59,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
59,357 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T72 AYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T72 AYW was last recorded at 59,357 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 4,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,141 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,216 miles
Average per year
1,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,357 miles
  • 2025 – 55,141 miles
  • 2024 – 54,813 miles
  • 2023 – 54,534 miles
  • 2022 – 54,310 miles
  • 2021 – 53,593 miles
  • 2019 – 53,575 miles
  • 2018 – 52,859 miles
  • 2017 – 52,305 miles
  • 2016 – 51,184 miles
  • 2015 – 51,125 miles
  • 2014 – 50,601 miles
  • 2013 – 49,888 miles
  • 2012 – 44,782 miles
  • 2011 – 41,763 miles
  • 2010 – 39,518 miles
  • 2009 – 38,067 miles
  • 2008 – 35,470 miles
  • 2007 – 33,840 miles
  • 2006 – 29,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,357 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,357 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    59,357 miles
    Test number
    242892089372
    • AdvisoryNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative

  2. Fail55,353 miles (+212)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,353 miles
    Test number
    447550326570
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative

  3. Pass55,141 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    55,141 miles
    Test number
    216376288593
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail55,137 miles (+324)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,137 miles
    Test number
    818608313956
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass54,813 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    54,813 miles
    Test number
    699614483640
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail54,811 miles (+277)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,811 miles
    Test number
    478333096599
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding UNABLE TO TEST THE WHEEL BEARING (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass54,534 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    54,534 miles
    Test number
    341976605050
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail54,534 miles (+224)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,534 miles
    Test number
    118349806446
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass54,310 miles (+717)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    54,310 miles
    Test number
    951078922854
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre manufactured in 2008 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded marked with chalk (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre manufactured in 2008 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass53,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    53,593 miles
    Test number
    365300651939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,593 miles (+18)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,593 miles
    Test number
    837927282552
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative cannot disengage normally (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Hazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))

  12. Pass53,575 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,575 miles
    Test number
    219490301942
    • Advisory3 out of 4 washer jets working
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light lens broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail53,575 miles (+716)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,575 miles
    Test number
    535642511846
    • DangerousDriver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Advisory3 out of 4 washer jets working
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light lens broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass52,859 miles (+554)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,859 miles
    Test number
    756163536950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,305 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    52,305 miles
    Test number
    142425118086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,291 miles (+1,107)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,291 miles
    Test number
    542565732331
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty Fog light stuck on (1.3.1a)

  17. Pass51,184 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,184 miles
    Test number
    682893521233
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail51,184 miles (+59)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,184 miles
    Test number
    711443284549
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass51,125 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,125 miles
    Test number
    536484434454
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail51,125 miles (+524)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,125 miles
    Test number
    630219447383
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Pass50,601 miles (+713)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,601 miles
    Test number
    168049514284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,888 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,888 miles
    Test number
    408838593169
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are low on tread

  23. Fail49,888 miles (+5,106)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,888 miles
    Test number
    369248793195
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are low on tread

  24. Pass44,782 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    44,782 miles
    Test number
    415962992124
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing low on tread

  25. Fail44,782 miles (+3,019)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,782 miles
    Test number
    435202792116
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing low on tread

  26. Pass41,763 miles (+2,245)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    41,763 miles
    Test number
    659834191136
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  27. Pass39,518 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,518 miles
    Test number
    151817090190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,067 miles (+2,597)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,067 miles
    Test number
    464405309265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass35,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,470 miles
    Test number
    940593288190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail35,470 miles (+1,630)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,470 miles
    Test number
    710652188178
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass33,840 miles (+3,885)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,840 miles
    Test number
    620507357113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass29,955 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,955 miles
    Test number
    932720516126
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

Questions about T72 AYW

Does T72 AYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T72 AYW is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T72 AYW?
The MOT on T72 AYW is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T72 AYW done?
T72 AYW was recorded at 59,357 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 1,449 miles a year.
Has T72 AYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T72 AYW has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T72 AYW 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 T72 AYW find?
T72 AYW passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside indicator tell-tale inoperative.

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