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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T870 MPUMOT history

T870 MPU is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
130,938 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T870 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
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T870 MPU was last recorded at 130,938 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jul 2025: 130,674 miles, lower than 130,676 miles on 12 Jun 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
130,674 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
264 miles
Average per year
3,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,938 miles
  • 2025 – 130,674 miles
  • 2023 – 129,737 miles
  • 2022 – 128,887 miles
  • 2020 – 125,875 miles
  • 2019 – 124,186 miles
  • 2018 – 122,781 miles
  • 2017 – 122,011 miles
  • 2016 – 121,985 miles
  • 2015 – 121,644 miles
  • 2014 – 120,649 miles
  • 2013 – 120,128 miles
  • 2012 – 118,286 miles
  • 2011 – 116,048 miles
  • 2010 – 113,250 miles
  • 2009 – 100,470 miles
  • 2008 – 88,941 miles
  • 2007 – 77,990 miles
  • 2006 – 66,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,938 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,938 miles (+264)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    130,938 miles
    Test number
    378065921573
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,674 miles (-2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    130,674 miles
    Test number
    938992941617
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Fail130,676 miles (+939)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,676 miles
    Test number
    517280433515
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass129,737 miles (+850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    129,737 miles
    Test number
    735802493401
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just within limits ok at time of test

  5. Pass128,887 miles (+3,012)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    128,887 miles
    Test number
    616686702749
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass125,875 miles (+1,689)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,875 miles
    Test number
    648595953745
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,186 miles (+1,405)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,186 miles
    Test number
    570119259502
    • AdvisoryHazard lights Flashing more than 120 times a minute
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of the front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of the front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass122,781 miles (+770)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,781 miles
    Test number
    945193374104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass122,011 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    122,011 miles
    Test number
    860884915207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,985 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,985 miles
    Test number
    487685685911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,644 miles
    Test number
    657303605296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail121,644 miles (+995)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,644 miles
    Test number
    935953505299
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass120,649 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    120,649 miles
    Test number
    266049184127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass120,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    120,128 miles
    Test number
    567900593121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    708278282194
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass118,286 miles (+2,238)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    118,286 miles
    Test number
    987558982179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass116,048 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    116,048 miles
    Test number
    998928271108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail116,029 miles (+2,779)5 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,029 miles
    Test number
    287513371148
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass113,250 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    113,250 miles
    Test number
    684038460113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail113,229 miles (+12,759)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,229 miles
    Test number
    151174050194
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass100,470 miles (+11,529)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    100,470 miles
    Test number
    461174359169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass88,941 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    88,941 miles
    Test number
    483443428165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,904 miles (+10,914)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,904 miles
    Test number
    283541828407
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass77,990 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    77,990 miles
    Test number
    200311827451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,954 miles (+11,900)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,954 miles
    Test number
    720360427160
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  26. Pass66,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    66,054 miles
    Test number
    310781136194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail66,054 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,054 miles
    Test number
    204209116191
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T870 MPU

Does T870 MPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T870 MPU is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T870 MPU?
The MOT on T870 MPU is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T870 MPU done?
T870 MPU was recorded at 130,938 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 3,204 miles a year.
Has T870 MPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T870 MPU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T870 MPU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jul 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T870 MPU find?
T870 MPU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 1 more.

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