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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T871 BDNMOT history

T871 BDN is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 116,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,643 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T871 BDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T871 BDN was last recorded at 116,643 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 5,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,497 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,146 miles
Average per year
3,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,643 miles
  • 2024 – 111,497 miles
  • 2023 – 106,394 miles
  • 2022 – 102,357 miles
  • 2021 – 97,457 miles
  • 2020 – 96,529 miles
  • 2019 – 93,343 miles
  • 2018 – 92,489 miles
  • 2017 – 92,055 miles
  • 2016 – 91,290 miles
  • 2015 – 89,361 miles
  • 2014 – 88,724 miles
  • 2013 – 86,751 miles
  • 2012 – 86,691 miles
  • 2011 – 85,447 miles
  • 2010 – 80,189 miles
  • 2009 – 74,024 miles
  • 2008 – 68,120 miles
  • 2007 – 59,661 miles
  • 2006 – 53,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,643 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main steel brake pipes corroded at n/s/r. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBoth false outer skin sills cooroded
  • AdvisoryGeneral suspension and steering components corroded

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,643 miles (+5,146)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,643 miles
    Test number
    702233903890
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main steel brake pipes corroded at n/s/r. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth false outer skin sills cooroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension and steering components corroded

  2. Pass111,497 miles (+5,103)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    111,497 miles
    Test number
    180172961175
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded power steering pipe corroded at steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x brake pipes corroded above sub frame mount (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded above flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded above flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak at sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,394 miles (+4,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,394 miles
    Test number
    591176437212
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes corroding at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion to rear sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,357 miles (+4,900)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,357 miles
    Test number
    429529527157
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to both front flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill covers corroded

  5. Pass97,457 miles (+928)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,457 miles
    Test number
    422325018948
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sill outer covers corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat has slight movement

  6. Pass96,529 miles (+3,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,529 miles
    Test number
    102686758722
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalanced o/s/f low

  7. Pass93,343 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,343 miles
    Test number
    447323605189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,489 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    92,489 miles
    Test number
    935870826310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,055 miles (+765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,055 miles
    Test number
    593982838548
    • AdvisoryWipers poor at clearing

  10. Pass91,290 miles (+1,929)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,290 miles
    Test number
    195148856010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass89,361 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    247308535470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail89,361 miles (+637)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    636428235175
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass88,724 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    88,724 miles
    Test number
    196685634174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail88,723 miles (+1,972)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,723 miles
    Test number
    335857824151
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass86,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,751 miles
    Test number
    287599123183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,751 miles (+60)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,751 miles
    Test number
    885738123175
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Fail86,691 miles (+1,244)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,691 miles
    Test number
    207105882225
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGrumbling noise from rear of vehicle when driven
    • NoteTraction control lamp lit

  18. Pass85,447 miles (+5,258)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,447 miles
    Test number
    918875261258
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass80,189 miles (+6,165)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    80,189 miles
    Test number
    333380370262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres wearing on innner edges;

  20. Pass74,024 miles (+5,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    74,024 miles
    Test number
    861138869280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  21. Pass68,120 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    68,120 miles
    Test number
    820244478216
    • AdvisoryInner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail68,120 miles (+8,459)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,120 miles
    Test number
    902270178268
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass59,661 miles (+6,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    59,661 miles
    Test number
    903538667296
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass53,634 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,634 miles
    Test number
    664648566283
    • NoteFront inner brake pads appear to be approx 80% worn
    • NoteN/S/F brake slightly binding

Questions about T871 BDN

Does T871 BDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T871 BDN is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T871 BDN?
The MOT on T871 BDN is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T871 BDN done?
T871 BDN was recorded at 116,643 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 3,306 miles a year.
Has T871 BDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T871 BDN has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2015.
Has the mileage on T871 BDN 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 T871 BDN find?
T871 BDN passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main steel brake pipes corroded at n/s/r.; upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; both false outer skin sills cooroded, and 1 more.

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