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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T863 XBXMOT history

T863 XBX is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
82,600 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T863 XBX
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T863 XBX was last recorded at 82,600 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,582 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
2,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,600 miles
  • 2025 – 82,383 miles
  • 2024 – 80,547 miles
  • 2020 – 80,228 miles
  • 2018 – 79,592 miles
  • 2016 – 79,061 miles
  • 2015 – 77,341 miles
  • 2014 – 75,620 miles
  • 2013 – 72,486 miles
  • 2012 – 67,938 miles
  • 2011 – 62,233 miles
  • 2010 – 56,338 miles
  • 2009 – 47,597 miles
  • 2008 – 43,876 miles
  • 2007 – 40,929 miles
  • 2006 – 35,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,600 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SHOCK MOUNTING AREA UPPER (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SHOCK MOUNTING AREA UPPER (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • General underbody/underbody components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2056015

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,600 miles (+18)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,600 miles
    Test number
    714255202398
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SHOCK MOUNTING AREA UPPER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SHOCK MOUNTING AREA UPPER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail82,582 miles (+199)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,582 miles
    Test number
    511689154457
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SHOCK MOUNTING AREA UPPER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SHOCK MOUNTING AREA UPPER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass82,383 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,383 miles
    Test number
    402596203410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody/underbody components corroded

  4. Fail82,371 miles (+1,824)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,371 miles
    Test number
    796160538919
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r handbrake cable in poor condition

  5. Pass80,547 miles (+319)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    80,547 miles
    Test number
    903905435505
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass80,228 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,228 miles
    Test number
    499362008023
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2056015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2056015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody/underbody components corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/covers fitted

  7. Fail80,228 miles (+636)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,228 miles
    Test number
    153227014090
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2056015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2056015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody/underbody components corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/covers fitted

  8. Pass79,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    79,592 miles
    Test number
    405178929917
    • AdvisoryFront o/s brake sticking slighty

  9. Fail79,592 miles (+531)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,592 miles
    Test number
    355638704272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront o/s brake sticking slighty

  10. Pass79,061 miles (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    79,061 miles
    Test number
    556981377586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer sidewall perished and cracked...
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre outer sidewall perished and cracked...

  11. Fail79,028 miles (+1,687)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,028 miles
    Test number
    383782507371
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer sidewall perished and cracked...
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre outer sidewall perished and cracked...

  12. Pass77,341 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,341 miles
    Test number
    141318028990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules centre (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules centre (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Fail77,341 miles (+1,721)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,341 miles
    Test number
    300367092453
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules centre (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules centre (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Pass75,620 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,620 miles
    Test number
    527305764209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,441 miles (+2,955)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,441 miles
    Test number
    598222764294
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass72,486 miles (+4,548)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,486 miles
    Test number
    366882263497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,938 miles (+5,705)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,938 miles
    Test number
    808071972280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,233 miles (+5,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,233 miles
    Test number
    658882751280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass56,338 miles (+1,875)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,338 miles
    Test number
    883027270247
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear brake discsc signsd of corrosion

  20. Pass54,463 miles (+6,866)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    54,463 miles
    Test number
    810202160042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,597 miles (+3,721)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,597 miles
    Test number
    431636559033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,876 miles
    Test number
    471323358046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,876 miles (+2,947)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,876 miles
    Test number
    681643058081
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass40,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,929 miles
    Test number
    124547267068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,929 miles (+5,845)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,929 miles
    Test number
    122798257445
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass35,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,084 miles
    Test number
    743378956040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T863 XBX

Does T863 XBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T863 XBX is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T863 XBX?
The MOT on T863 XBX is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T863 XBX done?
T863 XBX was recorded at 82,600 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 2,356 miles a year.
Has T863 XBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T863 XBX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T863 XBX 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 T863 XBX find?
T863 XBX passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: coil spring corroded n/s + o/s; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced shock mounting area upper, and 5 more.

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