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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T835 MDWMOT history

T835 MDW is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 151,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
151,182 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T835 MDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T835 MDW was last recorded at 151,182 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,182 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,182 miles
  • 2025 – 149,968 miles
  • 2024 – 146,701 miles
  • 2023 – 142,852 miles
  • 2022 – 139,425 miles
  • 2021 – 136,404 miles
  • 2020 – 135,298 miles
  • 2019 – 132,588 miles
  • 2018 – 128,279 miles
  • 2017 – 126,083 miles
  • 2016 – 123,571 miles
  • 2015 – 120,218 miles
  • 2014 – 109,165 miles
  • 2013 – 98,768 miles
  • 2012 – 86,540 miles
  • 2011 – 75,190 miles
  • 2010 – 71,741 miles
  • 2009 – 65,756 miles
  • 2008 – 58,043 miles
  • 2007 – 51,927 miles
  • 2005 – 39,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,182 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Underside of vehicle & suspension components slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,182 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    151,182 miles
    Test number
    777890877176
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Underside of vehicle & suspension components slightly corroded

  2. Fail151,182 miles (+1,214)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,182 miles
    Test number
    381418833803
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Underside of vehicle & suspension components slightly corroded

  3. Pass149,968 miles (+15)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    149,968 miles
    Test number
    911008053353
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail149,953 miles (+3,252)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,953 miles
    Test number
    820587863504
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly not working (7.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass146,701 miles (+3,849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    146,701 miles
    Test number
    592062102968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel tank slightly loose tank mounting strap corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass142,852 miles (+3,427)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    142,852 miles
    Test number
    664323338200
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective tailpipe rubber perished (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  7. Pass139,425 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    139,425 miles
    Test number
    332488015305
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail139,425 miles (+3,021)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,425 miles
    Test number
    306029992532
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass136,404 miles (+1,106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    136,404 miles
    Test number
    847994148262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlight lens slightly frosted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight lens slightly frosted

  10. Pass135,298 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    135,298 miles
    Test number
    310664404075
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail135,298 miles (+2,710)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,298 miles
    Test number
    948683033082
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass132,588 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    132,588 miles
    Test number
    845275719325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail132,588 miles (+4,309)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,588 miles
    Test number
    174205795158
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass128,279 miles (+2,196)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,279 miles
    Test number
    848780651153
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass126,083 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    126,083 miles
    Test number
    998427846007
    • AdvisoryFront both inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail126,086 miles (+2,515)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,086 miles
    Test number
    743546846380
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront both inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass123,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    123,571 miles
    Test number
    598625274404
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail123,571 miles (+3,353)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,571 miles
    Test number
    610387579242
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass120,218 miles (+11,053)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    120,218 miles
    Test number
    129913785452
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  20. Pass109,165 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    109,165 miles
    Test number
    766691054002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail109,160 miles (+10,392)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,160 miles
    Test number
    488188444061
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass98,768 miles (+12,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    98,768 miles
    Test number
    495678033003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass86,540 miles (+11,350)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,540 miles
    Test number
    888088742074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,190 miles (+3,449)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    75,190 miles
    Test number
    387976651097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,741 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,741 miles
    Test number
    794330760023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail71,740 miles (+5,984)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,740 miles
    Test number
    630397650003
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass65,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,756 miles
    Test number
    531555739007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,756 miles (+7,713)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,756 miles
    Test number
    621223339098
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass58,043 miles (+6,116)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    58,043 miles
    Test number
    371473938092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass51,927 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    51,927 miles
    Test number
    520220237014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail51,927 miles (+12,310)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,927 miles
    Test number
    852379227043
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Fail39,617 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,617 miles
    Test number
    221086865275
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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 Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T835 MDW

Does T835 MDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T835 MDW is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T835 MDW?
The MOT on T835 MDW is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T835 MDW done?
T835 MDW was recorded at 151,182 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 5,464 miles a year.
Has T835 MDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T835 MDW has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T835 MDW 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 T835 MDW find?
T835 MDW passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 10 advisories: exhaust system corroded; front coil spring corroded nearside & offside; front exhaust mounting defective, and 7 more.

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