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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T787 SHCMOT history

T787 SHC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 51,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
51,821 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T787 SHC
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T787 SHC was last recorded at 51,821 miles on 12 May 2026, 1,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,288 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,533 miles
Average per year
1,457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,821 miles
  • 2025 – 50,288 miles
  • 2024 – 48,223 miles
  • 2023 – 46,219 miles
  • 2022 – 44,341 miles
  • 2020 – 42,082 miles
  • 2019 – 37,683 miles
  • 2018 – 29,578 miles
  • 2017 – 25,913 miles
  • 2006 – 22,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,821 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,821 miles (+1,533)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    51,821 miles
    Test number
    951894506661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass50,288 miles (+2,065)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    50,288 miles
    Test number
    223477802373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass48,223 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    48,223 miles
    Test number
    518218545573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail48,223 miles (+2,004)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,223 miles
    Test number
    263780564229
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass46,219 miles (+1,878)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    46,219 miles
    Test number
    518782653733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass44,341 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    823986202260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail44,341 miles (+2,259)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    885110912667
    • MajorBrake performance not tested vehicle will not run (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass42,082 miles (+4,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,082 miles
    Test number
    375011142637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass37,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,683 miles
    Test number
    312369380100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail37,683 miles (+8,105)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,683 miles
    Test number
    433022235068
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousValve stem seriously damaged all around (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bald (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass29,578 miles (+3,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    29,578 miles
    Test number
    577328955995
    • AdvisoryAll around tyre perishing.

  12. Pass25,913 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    25,913 miles
    Test number
    266452486665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail25,906 miles (+3,350)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,906 miles
    Test number
    736189632030
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass22,556 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,556 miles
    Test number
    411343306128
    • NoteADVISE N/S REAR TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL SLIGHT DAMAGE

Questions about T787 SHC

Does T787 SHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T787 SHC is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T787 SHC?
The MOT on T787 SHC is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T787 SHC done?
T787 SHC was recorded at 51,821 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 1,457 miles a year.
Has T787 SHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T787 SHC has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T787 SHC 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 T787 SHC find?
T787 SHC passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm.

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