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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T81 TBAMOT history

T81 TBA is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 86,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
86,492 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T81 TBA
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
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T81 TBA was last recorded at 86,492 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,478 miles · 5 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
3,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,492 miles
  • 2024 – 85,973 miles
  • 2023 – 85,544 miles
  • 2022 – 85,014 miles
  • 2021 – 84,315 miles
  • 2020 – 81,848 miles
  • 2019 – 79,359 miles
  • 2018 – 77,302 miles
  • 2017 – 74,705 miles
  • 2016 – 72,304 miles
  • 2015 – 69,883 miles
  • 2014 – 68,768 miles
  • 2013 – 65,262 miles
  • 2012 – 59,942 miles
  • 2011 – 48,285 miles
  • 2010 – 42,541 miles
  • 2009 – 33,474 miles
  • 2008 – 30,558 miles
  • 2007 – 24,462 miles
  • 2006 – 20,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,492 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,492 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    86,492 miles
    Test number
    889839062434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail86,478 miles3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,478 miles
    Test number
    647728422884
    • MajorCentral Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail86,477 miles (+504)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,477 miles
    Test number
    933949911013
    • DangerousSill excessively corroded.
    • MajorCentral Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    85,973 miles
    Test number
    628284085603
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear outer sill covers rusty

  5. Fail85,973 miles (+429)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,973 miles
    Test number
    170611314187
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear outer sill covers rusty

  6. Pass85,544 miles (+530)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,544 miles
    Test number
    182280384800
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear of outer sill covers getting rusty

  7. Pass85,014 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    620762121487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link assy (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear sill outer skin covers
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms starting to get rusty

  8. Fail85,014 miles (+699)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    321452495900
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link assy (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear sill outer skin covers
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms starting to get rusty

  9. Pass84,315 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,315 miles
    Test number
    327177252651
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail84,315 miles (+2,467)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,315 miles
    Test number
    979297901193
    • MajorNearside Rear Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit in boot (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass81,848 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,848 miles
    Test number
    535507998757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail81,848 miles (+2,489)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,848 miles
    Test number
    899901829519
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass79,359 miles (+2,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,359 miles
    Test number
    268664412195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass77,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,302 miles
    Test number
    207162055374
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Fail77,302 miles (+2,597)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,302 miles
    Test number
    889142376206
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass74,705 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,705 miles
    Test number
    173297833962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,697 miles (+2,393)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,697 miles
    Test number
    812327861046
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass72,304 miles (+2,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,304 miles
    Test number
    662319623974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass69,883 miles (+1,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,883 miles
    Test number
    468884405263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass68,768 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,768 miles
    Test number
    459252314263
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail68,733 miles (+3,471)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,733 miles
    Test number
    665005104218
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass65,262 miles (+5,320)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,262 miles
    Test number
    116897603250
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  23. Pass59,942 miles (+11,657)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,942 miles
    Test number
    437729492131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,285 miles
    Test number
    158309181109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,281 miles (+5,740)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,281 miles
    Test number
    537879881121
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass42,541 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,541 miles
    Test number
    914285290114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,508 miles (+9,034)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,508 miles
    Test number
    832883490128
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass33,474 miles (+2,916)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,474 miles
    Test number
    854366399175
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass30,558 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,558 miles
    Test number
    873477408219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Fail30,558 miles (+6,096)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,558 miles
    Test number
    733496708203
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass24,462 miles (+60)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,462 miles
    Test number
    252403447119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked but not showing cords

  32. Fail24,402 miles (+3,714)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,402 miles
    Test number
    451106737112
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  33. Pass20,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,688 miles
    Test number
    901800006132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T81 TBA

Does T81 TBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T81 TBA is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T81 TBA?
The MOT on T81 TBA is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T81 TBA done?
T81 TBA was recorded at 86,492 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 3,346 miles a year.
Has T81 TBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T81 TBA has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T81 TBA 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 TBA find?
T81 TBA passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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