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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T829 FVNMOT history

T829 FVN is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 126,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,515 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T829 FVN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T829 FVN was last recorded at 126,515 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 3,969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,546 miles · 4 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
3,969 miles
Average per year
4,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,515 miles
  • 2020 – 122,546 miles
  • 2019 – 117,801 miles
  • 2018 – 111,405 miles
  • 2017 – 106,454 miles
  • 2016 – 101,334 miles
  • 2015 – 94,903 miles
  • 2014 – 91,340 miles
  • 2012 – 82,172 miles
  • 2011 – 75,748 miles
  • 2010 – 70,414 miles
  • 2009 – 66,669 miles
  • 2008 – 58,388 miles
  • 2007 – 51,560 miles
  • 2006 – 44,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,515 miles
  • AdvisoryBeam converters fitted.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,515 miles (+3,969)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,515 miles
    Test number
    289381990308
    • AdvisoryBeam converters fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass122,546 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,546 miles
    Test number
    112348986097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,544 miles (+4,743)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,544 miles
    Test number
    781382184615
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass117,801 miles (+6,396)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,801 miles
    Test number
    181409241783
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass111,405 miles (+4,951)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,405 miles
    Test number
    644161107112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,454 miles (+5,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,454 miles
    Test number
    391106520133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  7. Pass101,334 miles (+6,431)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,334 miles
    Test number
    780708164236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  8. Pass94,903 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    178285675120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Fail94,903 miles (+3,563)3 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    406524975163
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass91,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,340 miles
    Test number
    665001074108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail91,339 miles (+9,167)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,339 miles
    Test number
    618241174109
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass82,172 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,172 miles
    Test number
    389633602196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail82,168 miles (+6,420)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,168 miles
    Test number
    119572302149
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass75,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,748 miles
    Test number
    185868491457
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail75,748 miles (+5,334)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,748 miles
    Test number
    979497091032
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass70,414 miles (+3,745)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,414 miles
    Test number
    580351630104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken but still secure

  17. Pass66,669 miles (+8,281)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,669 miles
    Test number
    280149629155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,388 miles (+6,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    58,388 miles
    Test number
    803623138130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass51,560 miles (+6,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,560 miles
    Test number
    554231817127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass44,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    44,936 miles
    Test number
    173135746478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T829 FVN

Does T829 FVN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T829 FVN is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T829 FVN?
The MOT on T829 FVN is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T829 FVN done?
T829 FVN was recorded at 126,515 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 4,039 miles a year.
Has T829 FVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T829 FVN has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T829 FVN 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 T829 FVN find?
T829 FVN passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: beam converters fitted.; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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