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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T81 CCUMOT history

T81 CCU is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 89,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jun 2025
Mileage
89,749 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T81 CCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T81 CCU was last recorded at 89,749 miles on 25 Jun 2024, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,718 miles · 5 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
2,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,749 miles
  • 2023 – 88,628 miles
  • 2022 – 87,593 miles
  • 2021 – 85,714 miles
  • 2020 – 84,668 miles
  • 2019 – 82,027 miles
  • 2018 – 78,594 miles
  • 2017 – 75,830 miles
  • 2015 – 75,308 miles
  • 2014 – 73,960 miles
  • 2013 – 72,035 miles
  • 2011 – 66,360 miles
  • 2010 – 59,421 miles
  • 2009 – 57,778 miles
  • 2008 – 54,280 miles
  • 2007 – 47,872 miles
  • 2006 – 36,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,749 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high viz (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs pitted and corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,749 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,749 miles
    Test number
    843251768835
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high viz (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail89,748 miles (+30)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,748 miles
    Test number
    923211033268
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high viz (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,718 miles (+1,090)1 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,718 miles
    Test number
    772089680759
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh viz stop light inoperative

  4. Pass88,628 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    88,628 miles
    Test number
    634288666632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,626 miles (+1,033)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,626 miles
    Test number
    318963361136
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass87,593 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,593 miles
    Test number
    705068991270
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail87,591 miles (+1,877)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,591 miles
    Test number
    144603944807
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,714 miles (+1,046)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    85,714 miles
    Test number
    460667971617
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  9. Pass84,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    84,668 miles
    Test number
    449803623744
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail84,668 miles (+2,641)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,668 miles
    Test number
    681961067587
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass82,027 miles (+3,433)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    82,027 miles
    Test number
    137014747028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,594 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,594 miles
    Test number
    935168829775
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail78,575 miles (+2,745)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,575 miles
    Test number
    567840180090
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass75,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    519206134072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,830 miles (+522)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    218348170574
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass75,308 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    75,308 miles
    Test number
    759123670556
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Slightly Cracking & Perishing On Outer Walls
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mouting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroding on insides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted

  17. Fail75,303 miles (+1,343)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,303 miles
    Test number
    773677651649
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer tyre wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer tyre wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Slightly Cracking & Perishing On Outer Walls
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mouting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroding on insides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted

  18. Pass73,960 miles (+900)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,960 miles
    Test number
    149275044253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre Has Slight Cracking On Inner & Outer Tyre Tread & Outer Wall.
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre Has A Cut In Tread.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail73,060 miles (+1,025)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,060 miles
    Test number
    798252344264
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre Has Slight Cracking On Inner & Outer Tyre Tread & Outer Wall.
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre Has A Cut In Tread.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass72,035 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    72,035 miles
    Test number
    989591823237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    916171102275
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. FailMileage not read3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    675511002261
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass66,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    66,360 miles
    Test number
    265980301242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,360 miles (+6,939)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,360 miles
    Test number
    886047281127
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass59,421 miles (+1,643)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,421 miles
    Test number
    264443750184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  26. Pass57,778 miles (+3,498)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,778 miles
    Test number
    220304959400
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass54,280 miles (+6,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,280 miles
    Test number
    211070368051
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass47,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,872 miles
    Test number
    992108667091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail47,872 miles (+11,298)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,872 miles
    Test number
    240021067037
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass36,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,574 miles
    Test number
    274059366011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T81 CCU

Does T81 CCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T81 CCU expired on 24 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T81 CCU?
The MOT on T81 CCU expired on 24 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T81 CCU done?
T81 CCU was recorded at 89,749 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2024, an average of 2,907 miles a year.
Has T81 CCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T81 CCU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T81 CCU 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 T81 CCU find?
T81 CCU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2024 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high viz; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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