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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T830 BWLMOT history

T830 BWL is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 143,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
143,761 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T830 BWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T830 BWL was last recorded at 143,761 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 3,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,345 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,416 miles
Average per year
5,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,761 miles
  • 2025 – 140,345 miles
  • 2024 – 135,291 miles
  • 2023 – 130,127 miles
  • 2022 – 123,405 miles
  • 2021 – 116,458 miles
  • 2020 – 109,043 miles
  • 2019 – 106,117 miles
  • 2018 – 104,733 miles
  • 2017 – 102,118 miles
  • 2016 – 93,542 miles
  • 2015 – 88,151 miles
  • 2014 – 85,240 miles
  • 2013 – 82,255 miles
  • 2012 – 78,467 miles
  • 2011 – 74,071 miles
  • 2010 – 69,000 miles
  • 2009 – 59,435 miles
  • 2008 – 50,765 miles
  • 2007 – 44,090 miles
  • 2006 – 39,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,761 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective insecure on arm

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Light corrosion under side sills at front and rear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear of front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,761 miles (+3,416)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    143,761 miles
    Test number
    780552938614
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass140,345 miles (+5,054)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    140,345 miles
    Test number
    446229877964
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre showing sign of contact with wheel arch on full steering lock. (rubbing marks)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass135,291 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    135,291 miles
    Test number
    992680806790
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective insecure on arm (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion under side sills at front and rear.

  4. Fail135,291 miles (+5,164)1 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,291 miles
    Test number
    892903853698
    • DangerousDriver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective insecure on arm (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion under side sills at front and rear.

  5. Pass130,127 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,127 miles
    Test number
    415480879930
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view several minor damages. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both slightly low around insides. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil near excessively. (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail130,127 miles (+6,722)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,127 miles
    Test number
    826991000634
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view several minor damages. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both slightly low around insides. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil near excessively. (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass123,405 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    123,405 miles
    Test number
    246952749970
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail123,405 miles (+6,947)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,405 miles
    Test number
    117175401207
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable damaged handbrake (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield insecure

  9. Pass116,458 miles (+7,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    116,458 miles
    Test number
    356457493033
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass109,043 miles (+2,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,043 miles
    Test number
    573292264701
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights starting to glaze

  11. Pass106,117 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,117 miles
    Test number
    580361894974
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail106,106 miles (+1,373)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,106 miles
    Test number
    362532334296
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both rear brake hose link pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCheck engine light on.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass104,733 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    104,733 miles
    Test number
    262739387641
    • AdvisoryOffside cover sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail104,721 miles (+2,603)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,721 miles
    Test number
    309076579585
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass102,118 miles (+8,576)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,118 miles
    Test number
    881471404670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass93,542 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,542 miles
    Test number
    649124042590
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail93,540 miles (+5,389)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,540 miles
    Test number
    101879381499
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when high beam on (1.7.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass88,151 miles (+29)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,151 miles
    Test number
    366144685177
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Fail88,122 miles (+2,882)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,122 miles
    Test number
    296576275177
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass85,240 miles (+2,985)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,240 miles
    Test number
    867404174157
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front anti-roll-bar link, lower nut loose

  21. Pass82,255 miles (+3,788)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,255 miles
    Test number
    809595983154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,467 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,467 miles
    Test number
    897340372120
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBonnet difficult to shut

  23. Fail78,467 miles (+4,396)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,467 miles
    Test number
    538090872150
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBonnet difficult to shut

  24. Pass74,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,071 miles
    Test number
    536633071174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail74,071 miles (+5,071)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,071 miles
    Test number
    318633471158
    • DangerousBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass69,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,000 miles
    Test number
    841084470132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,000 miles (+9,565)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,000 miles
    Test number
    244104370113
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside handbrake cable outer caseing cracked ;
    • NoteRear brake discs slight pitting ;
    • NoteSlight play offside of steering rack ;
    • NoteWindscreen wipers poor ;

  28. Pass59,435 miles (+8,670)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,435 miles
    Test number
    841102569181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,765 miles
    Test number
    124292398161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail50,765 miles (+6,675)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,765 miles
    Test number
    450412398183
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  31. Pass44,090 miles (+4,757)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,090 miles
    Test number
    502899177143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass39,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,333 miles
    Test number
    931371686176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail39,333 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,333 miles
    Test number
    704800586114
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T830 BWL

Does T830 BWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T830 BWL is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T830 BWL?
The MOT on T830 BWL is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T830 BWL done?
T830 BWL was recorded at 143,761 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 5,221 miles a year.
Has T830 BWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T830 BWL has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T830 BWL 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 T830 BWL find?
T830 BWL passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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