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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T809 FRUMOT history

T809 FRU is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 88,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
88,538 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T809 FRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T809 FRU was last recorded at 88,538 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 2,649 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 May 2006: 49,278 miles, lower than 49,616 miles on 21 May 2006.
  • 6 Aug 2008: 46,879 miles, lower than 55,396 miles on 13 Jun 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
85,889 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,649 miles
Average per year
1,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,538 miles
  • 2025 – 85,889 miles
  • 2024 – 85,863 miles
  • 2023 – 83,621 miles
  • 2022 – 76,150 miles
  • 2021 – 75,887 miles
  • 2017 – 75,753 miles
  • 2016 – 75,620 miles
  • 2015 – 75,334 miles
  • 2014 – 75,179 miles
  • 2013 – 74,984 miles
  • 2012 – 74,748 miles
  • 2011 – 74,647 miles
  • 2010 – 73,672 miles
  • 2009 – 72,284 miles
  • 2008 – 46,879 miles
  • 2007 – 55,396 miles
  • 2006 – 49,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,538 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes slight rusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front nearside and offside brakes have a slight bind

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,538 miles (+2,649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    88,538 miles
    Test number
    211252378977
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass85,889 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    85,889 miles
    Test number
    560884954139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,863 miles (+2,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,863 miles
    Test number
    416215965562
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass83,621 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,621 miles
    Test number
    365145960692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail83,441 miles (+7,291)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,441 miles
    Test number
    150222444918
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,150 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,150 miles
    Test number
    852526309363
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes slight rusting (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside brakes have a slight bind

  7. Fail76,136 miles (+249)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,136 miles
    Test number
    182398909018
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes slight rusting (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside brakes have a slight bind

  8. Pass75,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    75,887 miles
    Test number
    501222905631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,887 miles (+134)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,887 miles
    Test number
    115273294248
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass75,753 miles (+133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    75,753 miles
    Test number
    460992797474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass75,620 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,620 miles
    Test number
    366886456745
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCentre section of exhaust system deteriorated but not blowing at time of test

  12. Fail75,620 miles (+286)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,620 miles
    Test number
    461258051059
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCentre section of exhaust system deteriorated but not blowing at time of test

  13. Pass75,334 miles (+155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,334 miles
    Test number
    396452815414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass75,179 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    315266924259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,178 miles (+194)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,178 miles
    Test number
    799306414256
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass74,984 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,984 miles
    Test number
    546553093103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,748 miles (+8)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    74,748 miles
    Test number
    875307112219
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteGear box oil leaks
    • NoteO/s/f fog light lens cracked
    • NoteVarious pipes corroding

  18. Fail74,740 miles (+93)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,740 miles
    Test number
    445336512221
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteGear box oil leaks
    • NoteO/s/f fog light lens cracked
    • NoteO/s/r drop link not fully on anti roll bar but has no play
    • NoteVarious pipes corroding

  19. Pass74,647 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,647 miles
    Test number
    985661301270
    • 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)

  20. Fail74,641 miles (+969)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,641 miles
    Test number
    427945691137
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)

  21. Pass73,672 miles (+1,388)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    73,672 miles
    Test number
    963598100221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,284 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,284 miles
    Test number
    920838019224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,265 miles (+25,386)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,265 miles
    Test number
    794512319249
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass46,879 miles (-8,517)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,879 miles
    Test number
    364929618473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,396 miles (+6,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    862184367133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass49,278 miles (-338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,278 miles
    Test number
    750894046164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail49,616 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,616 miles
    Test number
    634221546151
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres worn to approx 3-3.5mm
    • NoteSigns of front brake pads worn close to wear indicator

Questions about T809 FRU

Does T809 FRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T809 FRU is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T809 FRU?
The MOT on T809 FRU is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T809 FRU done?
T809 FRU was recorded at 88,538 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 1,941 miles a year.
Has T809 FRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T809 FRU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T809 FRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 24 May 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T809 FRU find?
T809 FRU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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