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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T811 BTDMOT history

T811 BTD is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 23 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 104,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2022
Mileage
104,083 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T811 BTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T811 BTD was last recorded at 104,083 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 1,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,888 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,195 miles
Average per year
2,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,083 miles
  • 2021 – 102,888 miles
  • 2020 – 100,894 miles
  • 2018 – 100,719 miles
  • 2016 – 100,071 miles
  • 2015 – 99,163 miles
  • 2014 – 98,901 miles
  • 2013 – 97,870 miles
  • 2012 – 93,771 miles
  • 2011 – 89,062 miles
  • 2010 – 87,104 miles
  • 2009 – 84,866 miles
  • 2008 – 80,091 miles
  • 2007 – 70,468 miles
  • 2006 – 58,857 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,083 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail104,083 miles (+1,195)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,083 miles
    Test number
    672876680969
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash

  2. Pass102,888 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,888 miles
    Test number
    829565116203
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail102,884 miles (+1,990)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,884 miles
    Test number
    238638008280
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass100,894 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,894 miles
    Test number
    385354465005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,719 miles (+648)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,719 miles
    Test number
    438109451591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,071 miles (+908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,071 miles
    Test number
    792001726460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass99,163 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    99,163 miles
    Test number
    822773651601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail99,163 miles (+262)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,163 miles
    Test number
    566474010889
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass98,901 miles (+1,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    98,901 miles
    Test number
    778387544289
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass97,870 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    97,870 miles
    Test number
    475581423289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,771 miles (+4,709)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,771 miles
    Test number
    546222922242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    89,062 miles
    Test number
    136639201227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,062 miles (+1,958)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,062 miles
    Test number
    425128301248
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass87,104 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    87,104 miles
    Test number
    351600430239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  15. Fail87,104 miles (+2,238)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,104 miles
    Test number
    121358820259
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  16. Pass84,866 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,866 miles
    Test number
    601116729236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail84,866 miles (+4,775)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,866 miles
    Test number
    833795429277
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail80,091 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,091 miles
    Test number
    524894228356
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass80,091 miles (+9,623)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    80,091 miles
    Test number
    554754928371
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass70,468 miles (+11,611)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    70,468 miles
    Test number
    890467817303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,857 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    58,857 miles
    Test number
    713181066247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,886 miles
    Test number
    513741986158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,886 miles3 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,886 miles
    Test number
    962581886164
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on
    • NoteBoth parking brake cables damaged
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNoise at offside rear brake

Questions about T811 BTD

Does T811 BTD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T811 BTD expired on 10 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T811 BTD?
The MOT on T811 BTD expired on 10 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T811 BTD done?
T811 BTD was recorded at 104,083 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 2,277 miles a year.
Has T811 BTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T811 BTD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T811 BTD 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 T811 BTD find?
T811 BTD failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; brake pad warning light on dash.

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