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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T779 BGBMOT history

T779 BGB is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 66,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
66,801 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T779 BGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T779 BGB was last recorded at 66,801 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 460 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,341 miles · 10 May 2025
Between the last two tests
460 miles
Average per year
1,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,801 miles
  • 2025 – 66,341 miles
  • 2024 – 65,799 miles
  • 2022 – 65,592 miles
  • 2021 – 65,437 miles
  • 2020 – 65,105 miles
  • 2019 – 64,819 miles
  • 2018 – 64,096 miles
  • 2017 – 59,783 miles
  • 2016 – 53,918 miles
  • 2015 – 53,634 miles
  • 2014 – 51,910 miles
  • 2012 – 51,361 miles
  • 2010 – 47,803 miles
  • 2009 – 42,427 miles
  • 2008 – 38,743 miles
  • 2007 – 35,791 miles
  • 2006 – 33,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,801 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,801 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    66,801 miles
    Test number
    236947908925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass66,341 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    66,341 miles
    Test number
    901728859234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass65,799 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    65,799 miles
    Test number
    606159073395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail65,795 miles (+203)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,795 miles
    Test number
    822653956044
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass65,592 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    65,592 miles
    Test number
    793975983675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail65,585 miles (+148)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,585 miles
    Test number
    278522143303
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass65,437 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    65,437 miles
    Test number
    385418620946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,431 miles (+326)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,431 miles
    Test number
    228439724748
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass65,105 miles (+286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,105 miles
    Test number
    153846542196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass64,819 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    64,819 miles
    Test number
    440721129785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,096 miles (+4,313)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,096 miles
    Test number
    816703122187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    59,783 miles
    Test number
    795632352103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,783 miles (+5,865)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,783 miles
    Test number
    985526236251
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front and rear (3.5.1g)
    • FailureStop lamp not working center and offside (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass53,918 miles (+284)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,918 miles
    Test number
    212284301890
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail53,634 miles2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,634 miles
    Test number
    588570435076
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass53,634 miles (+1,724)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,634 miles
    Test number
    759390735091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail51,910 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    118647934047
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass51,910 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    819547234096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail51,907 miles (+546)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,907 miles
    Test number
    157290934093
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass51,361 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,361 miles
    Test number
    269491182152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail51,361 miles (+3,558)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,361 miles
    Test number
    587510182159
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass47,803 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,803 miles
    Test number
    482459940205
    • NoteAdvise high level brake light bulb inop
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre on 3mm
    • NoteStrong advise front brake pads low
    • NoteStrong advise nearside rear tyre on 2mm
    • NoteStrong advise rear brake pads low

  23. Fail47,803 miles (+5,376)3 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,803 miles
    Test number
    783689540215
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAdvise high level brake light bulb inop
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre on 3mm
    • NoteStrong advise front brake pads low
    • NoteStrong advise nearside rear tyre on 2mm
    • NoteStrong advise rear brake pads low

  24. Pass42,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,427 miles
    Test number
    694094929219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,427 miles (+3,684)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,427 miles
    Test number
    902954829228
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Pass38,743 miles (+2,952)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,743 miles
    Test number
    760298328263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,791 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,791 miles
    Test number
    114287027219
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass35,791 miles (+2,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,791 miles
    Test number
    223057327287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass33,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    33,592 miles
    Test number
    513681326289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T779 BGB

Does T779 BGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T779 BGB is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T779 BGB?
The MOT on T779 BGB is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T779 BGB done?
T779 BGB was recorded at 66,801 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 1,691 miles a year.
Has T779 BGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T779 BGB has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T779 BGB 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 T779 BGB find?
T779 BGB passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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