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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T785 CPRMOT history

T785 CPR is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 122,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
122,235 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T785 CPR
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
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T785 CPR was last recorded at 122,235 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 8,110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,125 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,110 miles
Average per year
2,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,235 miles
  • 2025 – 114,125 miles
  • 2024 – 109,358 miles
  • 2023 – 104,668 miles
  • 2022 – 102,084 miles
  • 2021 – 101,334 miles
  • 2020 – 97,737 miles
  • 2019 – 92,900 miles
  • 2018 – 90,512 miles
  • 2017 – 89,457 miles
  • 2016 – 89,106 miles
  • 2015 – 88,217 miles
  • 2014 – 87,292 miles
  • 2013 – 86,136 miles
  • 2012 – 85,718 miles
  • 2011 – 84,422 miles
  • 2010 – 81,791 miles
  • 2009 – 78,334 miles
  • 2008 – 74,360 miles
  • 2007 – 67,852 miles
  • 2006 – 62,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,235 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail122,235 miles (+8,110)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,235 miles
    Test number
    683762590127
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass114,125 miles (+4,767)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    114,125 miles
    Test number
    655605583005
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass109,358 miles (+4,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,358 miles
    Test number
    459826554671
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass104,668 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,668 miles
    Test number
    619334278597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail104,668 miles (+2,584)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,668 miles
    Test number
    357547033854
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass102,084 miles (+750)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,084 miles
    Test number
    515733848473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass101,334 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    101,334 miles
    Test number
    677267193013
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail101,247 miles (+3,510)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,247 miles
    Test number
    194071130466
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass97,737 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,737 miles
    Test number
    227629340250
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail97,725 miles (+4,825)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,725 miles
    Test number
    547831334846
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass92,900 miles (+2,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,900 miles
    Test number
    140486672925
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass90,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,512 miles
    Test number
    638354372625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,512 miles (+1,055)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,512 miles
    Test number
    463142741996
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass89,457 miles (+351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,457 miles
    Test number
    943628759784
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

  15. Pass89,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,106 miles
    Test number
    541545990266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,106 miles (+889)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,106 miles
    Test number
    627863353979
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass88,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,217 miles
    Test number
    346484335110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail88,217 miles (+925)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,217 miles
    Test number
    516844535199
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass87,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    327504944170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail87,292 miles (+1,156)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    615454844151
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass86,136 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,136 miles
    Test number
    929366733101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

  22. Fail86,136 miles (+418)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,136 miles
    Test number
    626065733121
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

  23. Pass85,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,718 miles
    Test number
    288028132435
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail85,718 miles (+1,296)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,718 miles
    Test number
    127687832123
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass84,422 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,422 miles
    Test number
    756202231152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear disc worn

  26. Fail84,422 miles (+2,631)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,422 miles
    Test number
    498357221159
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear disc worn

  27. Pass81,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,791 miles
    Test number
    831132430166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail81,791 miles (+3,457)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,791 miles
    Test number
    290532930180
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass78,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,334 miles
    Test number
    262514839123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail78,334 miles (+3,974)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,334 miles
    Test number
    280844039150
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass74,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    74,360 miles
    Test number
    271615438124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail74,360 miles (+6,508)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,360 miles
    Test number
    711765638127
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  33. Pass67,852 miles (+5,041)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    67,852 miles
    Test number
    734122147171
    • NoteSlight play in nsf track rod end on shake of steering

  34. Pass62,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,811 miles
    Test number
    991820546161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T785 CPR

Does T785 CPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T785 CPR is valid until 17 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T785 CPR?
The MOT on T785 CPR is valid until 17 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T785 CPR done?
T785 CPR was recorded at 122,235 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 2,916 miles a year.
Has T785 CPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T785 CPR has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T785 CPR 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 T785 CPR find?
T785 CPR failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; rear exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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