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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T816 RDSMOT history

T816 RDS is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 90,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,359 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T816 RDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T816 RDS was last recorded at 90,359 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,066 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
293 miles
Average per year
1,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,359 miles
  • 2025 – 90,066 miles
  • 2024 – 89,942 miles
  • 2023 – 89,860 miles
  • 2022 – 89,818 miles
  • 2021 – 88,609 miles
  • 2020 – 87,663 miles
  • 2019 – 86,731 miles
  • 2018 – 86,164 miles
  • 2017 – 85,366 miles
  • 2016 – 84,475 miles
  • 2015 – 83,502 miles
  • 2014 – 81,454 miles
  • 2013 – 80,971 miles
  • 2012 – 79,490 miles
  • 2011 – 78,885 miles
  • 2010 – 78,290 miles
  • 2009 – 76,099 miles
  • 2008 – 72,509 miles
  • 2007 – 70,899 miles
  • 2006 – 66,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,359 miles
  • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Engine has oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

34 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,359 miles (+293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,359 miles
    Test number
    310364604308
    • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,066 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    999682213360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail90,064 miles (+122)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,064 miles
    Test number
    214763060867
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass89,942 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,942 miles
    Test number
    145787617275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,860 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    89,860 miles
    Test number
    508392129326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,818 miles
    Test number
    350493719436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,818 miles (+1,209)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,818 miles
    Test number
    367700695605
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits high (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass88,609 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,609 miles
    Test number
    251492476925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,606 miles (+943)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,606 miles
    Test number
    867985055764
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits high (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass87,663 miles (+932)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,663 miles
    Test number
    412364968928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,731 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,731 miles
    Test number
    595753971320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,730 miles (+566)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,730 miles
    Test number
    330097028594
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass86,164 miles (+798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    86,164 miles
    Test number
    359906215301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass85,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    85,366 miles
    Test number
    934098130292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,366 miles (+891)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,366 miles
    Test number
    104745992362
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySTEEL BRAKE PIPE TO N/S/F FLEXI CORRODED

  16. Pass84,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    84,475 miles
    Test number
    911015096170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail84,475 miles (+973)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,475 miles
    Test number
    432667994444
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass83,502 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,502 miles
    Test number
    626419826297
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak

  19. Fail83,501 miles (+2,047)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,501 miles
    Test number
    228623112979
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak

  20. Pass81,454 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,454 miles
    Test number
    205015774263
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Fail81,452 miles (+481)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,452 miles
    Test number
    265224074255
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass80,971 miles (+1,481)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,971 miles
    Test number
    387736943208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass79,490 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,490 miles
    Test number
    986604242243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,885 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,885 miles
    Test number
    708723121245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake flexis slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSmall cracks in tyres

  25. Fail78,885 miles (+595)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,885 miles
    Test number
    129951121267
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake flexis slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSmall cracks in tyres

  26. Pass78,290 miles (+2,191)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,290 miles
    Test number
    401934250282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass76,099 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,099 miles
    Test number
    174008199100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail76,088 miles (+3,579)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,088 miles
    Test number
    853725099178
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass72,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    72,509 miles
    Test number
    260148308105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail72,509 miles (+1,610)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,509 miles
    Test number
    651387308122
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNoise from eng.when revs.applied

  31. Pass70,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,899 miles
    Test number
    294758407125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail70,899 miles (+4,256)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,899 miles
    Test number
    710968407129
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass66,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,643 miles
    Test number
    403361816116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail66,643 miles5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,643 miles
    Test number
    201009006136
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 3mm and wearing on inner edge slightly

Questions about T816 RDS

Does T816 RDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T816 RDS is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T816 RDS?
The MOT on T816 RDS is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T816 RDS done?
T816 RDS was recorded at 90,359 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 1,162 miles a year.
Has T816 RDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T816 RDS has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T816 RDS 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 T816 RDS find?
T816 RDS passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills.

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