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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T848 FGTMOT history

T848 FGT is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 95,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,155 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T848 FGT
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 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T848 FGT was last recorded at 95,155 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 2,270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,885 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,270 miles
Average per year
2,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,155 miles
  • 2025 – 92,885 miles
  • 2024 – 88,757 miles
  • 2023 – 84,058 miles
  • 2022 – 81,869 miles
  • 2021 – 79,609 miles
  • 2019 – 76,291 miles
  • 2018 – 74,027 miles
  • 2017 – 70,862 miles
  • 2016 – 68,682 miles
  • 2015 – 65,800 miles
  • 2014 – 63,533 miles
  • 2013 – 61,383 miles
  • 2012 – 59,053 miles
  • 2011 – 55,042 miles
  • 2010 – 55,042 miles
  • 2009 – 53,454 miles
  • 2008 – 51,050 miles
  • 2007 – 47,838 miles
  • 2006 – 45,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,155 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on inner edge slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,155 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,155 miles
    Test number
    785126965748
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail95,155 miles (+2,270)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,155 miles
    Test number
    308186610568
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass92,885 miles (+4,128)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    92,885 miles
    Test number
    419065221817
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip less than 10mm in Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Rear upper hose ferrules - both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front pipes to caliper flexi's (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre mount sheared (between 2-1 pipe and Cat) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak from nearside area of radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm average tread depth remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Cooling pipe behind front grilles (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass88,757 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,757 miles
    Test number
    362739845542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail88,752 miles (+4,694)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,752 miles
    Test number
    565192495875
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements staying on (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass84,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,058 miles
    Test number
    268951588770
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail84,058 miles (+2,189)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,058 miles
    Test number
    943840914071
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass81,869 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,869 miles
    Test number
    112493133197
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail81,864 miles (+2,255)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,864 miles
    Test number
    148929568424
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass79,609 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,609 miles
    Test number
    766088576768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,604 miles (+3,313)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,604 miles
    Test number
    703582567942
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass76,291 miles (+2,264)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,291 miles
    Test number
    270950308695
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass74,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,027 miles
    Test number
    674399591409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,021 miles (+3,159)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,021 miles
    Test number
    281237404296
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass70,862 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    70,862 miles
    Test number
    480801958384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,858 miles (+2,176)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,858 miles
    Test number
    757751515757
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass68,682 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    68,682 miles
    Test number
    330551614046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,679 miles (+2,879)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,679 miles
    Test number
    872626611870
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass65,800 miles (+2,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    518494192746
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play both front (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass63,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,533 miles
    Test number
    996721234384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,533 miles (+2,150)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,533 miles
    Test number
    207460334373
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass61,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,383 miles
    Test number
    626790213356
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  23. Fail61,383 miles (+2,330)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,383 miles
    Test number
    209909303384
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Pass59,053 miles (+4,011)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,053 miles
    Test number
    449273532391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,042 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,042 miles
    Test number
    716723791294
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCentre stop light not working.

  26. Pass55,042 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,042 miles
    Test number
    759703891203
    • NoteCentre stop light not working.

  27. Pass55,042 miles (+1,588)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,042 miles
    Test number
    873697010180
    • NoteSteering rack wear.

  28. Pass53,454 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    53,454 miles
    Test number
    604530019222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail53,429 miles (+2,379)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,429 miles
    Test number
    322348809212
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass51,050 miles (+3,212)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    51,050 miles
    Test number
    251735708220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE

  31. Pass47,838 miles (+2,631)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,838 miles
    Test number
    440594417279
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass45,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,207 miles
    Test number
    334139706208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T848 FGT

Does T848 FGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T848 FGT is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T848 FGT?
The MOT on T848 FGT is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T848 FGT done?
T848 FGT was recorded at 95,155 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 2,536 miles a year.
Has T848 FGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T848 FGT has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T848 FGT 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 T848 FGT find?
T848 FGT passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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