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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T861 MPUMOT history

T861 MPU is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2025 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 90,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2025
Mileage
90,911 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2024
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T861 MPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T861 MPU was last recorded at 90,911 miles on 10 Jun 2024, 5,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,708 miles · 2 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
5,203 miles
Average per year
2,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,911 miles
  • 2023 – 85,708 miles
  • 2022 – 84,739 miles
  • 2020 – 84,654 miles
  • 2017 – 84,631 miles
  • 2012 – 81,190 miles
  • 2011 – 75,089 miles
  • 2010 – 70,158 miles
  • 2009 – 67,005 miles
  • 2008 – 61,955 miles
  • 2007 – 56,312 miles
  • 2006 – 49,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,911 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre & rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake has just met the requirement (17%)
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/n/s (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components & mountings covered in underseal
  • AdvisoryO/s/n/s front outer wings covered with duct tape

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor /chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both n/s and o/s sills front and rear sections sections

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,911 miles (+5,203)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,911 miles
    Test number
    554732410973
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre & rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met the requirement (17%)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components & mountings covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryO/s/n/s front outer wings covered with duct tape

  2. Pass85,708 miles (+969)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    85,708 miles
    Test number
    110403236428
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension and components have age related corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and components covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  3. Pass84,739 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    84,739 miles
    Test number
    771643031507
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor /chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both n/s and o/s sills front and rear sections sections (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail84,736 miles (+82)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,736 miles
    Test number
    358245926282
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor rear section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor /chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both n/s and o/s sills front and rear sections sections (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass84,654 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    487754271573
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass84,631 miles (+3,441)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,631 miles
    Test number
    847472832379
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass81,190 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,190 miles
    Test number
    435497112174
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail81,179 miles (+6,090)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,179 miles
    Test number
    566889202198
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass75,089 miles (+4,931)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,089 miles
    Test number
    907678191077
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHand brake needs adjustment

  10. Pass70,158 miles (+3,153)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,158 miles
    Test number
    994286020091
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass67,005 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,005 miles
    Test number
    310791249145
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Fail67,005 miles (+5,050)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,005 miles
    Test number
    260311049464
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass61,955 miles (+5,643)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,955 miles
    Test number
    272092558172
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNsr brake cable outer protction cracked

  14. Pass56,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,312 miles
    Test number
    121971357112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,312 miles (+7,113)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,312 miles
    Test number
    982051257108
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Pass49,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,199 miles
    Test number
    114022156194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T861 MPU

Does T861 MPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T861 MPU expired on 9 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T861 MPU?
The MOT on T861 MPU expired on 9 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T861 MPU done?
T861 MPU was recorded at 90,911 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2024, an average of 2,314 miles a year.
Has T861 MPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T861 MPU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T861 MPU 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 T861 MPU find?
T861 MPU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: central rear upper brake hose slightly chafed; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre & rear; exhaust system corroded, and 8 more.

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