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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T855 SOUMOT history

T855 SOU is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 24 MOT tests, with 153,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
153,886 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
22 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T855 SOU
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T855 SOU was last recorded at 153,886 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 2,029 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,857 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,029 miles
Average per year
3,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,886 miles
  • 2025 – 151,857 miles
  • 2024 – 150,596 miles
  • 2023 – 147,738 miles
  • 2022 – 145,936 miles
  • 2021 – 139,383 miles
  • 2020 – 137,595 miles
  • 2019 – 135,161 miles
  • 2018 – 131,280 miles
  • 2017 – 125,760 miles
  • 2016 – 121,392 miles
  • 2015 – 119,353 miles
  • 2014 – 117,812 miles
  • 2013 – 114,746 miles
  • 2012 – 110,850 miles
  • 2011 – 108,011 miles
  • 2010 – 106,405 miles
  • 2009 – 102,744 miles
  • 2008 – 100,307 miles
  • 2007 – 90,200 miles
  • 2006 – 80,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,886 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,886 miles (+2,029)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    153,886 miles
    Test number
    965187538288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass151,857 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    151,857 miles
    Test number
    725635263322
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail151,855 miles (+1,259)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,855 miles
    Test number
    742730899382
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass150,596 miles (+2,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,596 miles
    Test number
    154404900364
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass147,738 miles (+1,802)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    147,738 miles
    Test number
    709823231470
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,936 miles (+6,553)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,936 miles
    Test number
    497027853430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass139,383 miles (+1,788)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    139,383 miles
    Test number
    925037954925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,595 miles (+2,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    137,595 miles
    Test number
    872590311796
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,161 miles (+3,881)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    135,161 miles
    Test number
    914508143533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass131,280 miles (+5,520)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    131,280 miles
    Test number
    721806406190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,760 miles (+4,368)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    125,760 miles
    Test number
    674405869298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,392 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,392 miles
    Test number
    294247205250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,353 miles (+1,541)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    119,353 miles
    Test number
    418688015205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,812 miles (+3,066)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    117,812 miles
    Test number
    677536124243
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  15. Pass114,746 miles (+3,896)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    114,746 miles
    Test number
    379831743289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,850 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    110,850 miles
    Test number
    148471122222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,011 miles (+1,606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    108,011 miles
    Test number
    529649291186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass106,405 miles (+129)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    106,405 miles
    Test number
    130797910267
    • 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 brake discs worn

  19. Fail106,276 miles (+3,532)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,276 miles
    Test number
    922080910221
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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 brake discs worn

  20. Pass102,744 miles (+2,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    102,744 miles
    Test number
    614059909209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass100,307 miles (+10,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    100,307 miles
    Test number
    453245708211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass90,200 miles (+9,531)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    90,200 miles
    Test number
    260674597192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    80,669 miles
    Test number
    641262416284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass80,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    80,669 miles
    Test number
    451815596006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T855 SOU

Does T855 SOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T855 SOU is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T855 SOU?
The MOT on T855 SOU is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T855 SOU done?
T855 SOU was recorded at 153,886 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 3,587 miles a year.
Has T855 SOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T855 SOU has failed 2 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T855 SOU 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 T855 SOU find?
T855 SOU passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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