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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T740 VAPMOT history

T740 VAP is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
83,920 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T740 VAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T740 VAP was last recorded at 83,920 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 4,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,475 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,445 miles
Average per year
3,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,920 miles
  • 2024 – 79,475 miles
  • 2023 – 72,629 miles
  • 2022 – 66,782 miles
  • 2021 – 62,218 miles
  • 2020 – 57,052 miles
  • 2019 – 55,294 miles
  • 2018 – 53,910 miles
  • 2017 – 50,944 miles
  • 2016 – 47,991 miles
  • 2015 – 45,071 miles
  • 2014 – 42,325 miles
  • 2013 – 38,967 miles
  • 2012 – 36,384 miles
  • 2011 – 33,796 miles
  • 2010 – 30,207 miles
  • 2009 – 26,675 miles
  • 2008 – 23,510 miles
  • 2007 – 20,119 miles
  • 2006 – 18,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,920 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,920 miles (+4,445)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    83,920 miles
    Test number
    821144521044
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame: attachment bracket slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Pass79,475 miles (+6,846)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    79,475 miles
    Test number
    850399075846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass72,629 miles (+5,847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,629 miles
    Test number
    453891867979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Pass66,782 miles (+4,564)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    66,782 miles
    Test number
    745010342613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    62,218 miles
    Test number
    978484978240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail62,218 miles (+5,166)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,218 miles
    Test number
    300951701826
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass57,052 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,052 miles
    Test number
    865963906527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,294 miles (+1,384)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,294 miles
    Test number
    437859850245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,910 miles (+2,966)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,910 miles
    Test number
    578781453053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,944 miles (+2,953)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,944 miles
    Test number
    324586027197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,991 miles (+2,920)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,991 miles
    Test number
    585190809816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,071 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,071 miles
    Test number
    775185585092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,325 miles (+3,358)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,325 miles
    Test number
    775115484064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,967 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,967 miles
    Test number
    668523093028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,384 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,384 miles
    Test number
    257812802458
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass36,384 miles (+2,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,384 miles
    Test number
    349732402141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass33,796 miles (+3,589)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    33,796 miles
    Test number
    657151001134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,207 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,207 miles
    Test number
    924982980083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,675 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,675 miles
    Test number
    124516189069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,510 miles (+3,391)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,510 miles
    Test number
    152516988472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,119 miles (+2,070)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    20,119 miles
    Test number
    291367887092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,049 miles
    Test number
    832656586034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T740 VAP

Does T740 VAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T740 VAP is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T740 VAP?
The MOT on T740 VAP is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T740 VAP done?
T740 VAP was recorded at 83,920 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 3,358 miles a year.
Has T740 VAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T740 VAP has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T740 VAP 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 T740 VAP find?
T740 VAP passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly chafed; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 8 more.

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