
BMW Z3
Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc
T87 BYYMOT history
T87 BYY is a grey petrol BMW Z3 first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 229,763 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 11 May 2027
- Mileage
- 229,763 mi
- At MOT on 12 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 17 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 7,707 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T87 BYY
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- Z3
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,895 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 8 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 11 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 12 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T87 BYY was last recorded at 229,763 miles on 12 May 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 229,747 miles · 11 May 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 16 miles
- Average per year
- 7,707 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 229,763 miles
- 2025 – 221,419 miles
- 2024 – 211,016 miles
- 2023 – 199,221 miles
- 2022 – 188,917 miles
- 2021 – 182,501 miles
- 2020 – 182,475 miles
- 2018 – 175,033 miles
- 2016 – 173,181 miles
- 2015 – 171,562 miles
- 2014 – 168,947 miles
- 2011 – 161,059 miles
- 2010 – 148,650 miles
- 2009 – 130,194 miles
- 2008 – 111,364 miles
- 2007 – 93,819 miles
- 2006 – 73,086 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp light outputs reduced. (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryBoth sides outer sill covers corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Central exhaust sleeve loose and also has a minor leak of exhaust gas. (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm tread depth and wearing on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Bad oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022
Brake pad warning light illuminated.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Both front outer sills showing signs of corrosion.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Headlamp adjuster missing.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
29 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass229,763 miles (+16)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2027
- Odometer
- 229,763 miles
- Test number
- 859400284541
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp light outputs reduced. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth sides outer sill covers corroded.
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Central exhaust sleeve loose and also has a minor leak of exhaust gas. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm tread depth and wearing on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Bad oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail229,747 miles (+8,328)2 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 229,747 miles
- Test number
- 132606608479
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower control arm bottom ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working Obligatory OS fog light not working. (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp light outputs reduced. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth sides outer sill covers corroded.
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Central exhaust sleeve loose and also has a minor leak of exhaust gas. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm tread depth and wearing on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower bush de-bonding. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Bad oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass221,419 miles2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2026
- Odometer
- 221,419 miles
- Test number
- 644676004092
- MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective reduced output (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe missing
- AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
Fail221,419 miles (+10,403)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 221,419 miles
- Test number
- 414073580170
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective reduced output (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe missing
- AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
Pass211,016 miles (+16)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2025
- Odometer
- 211,016 miles
- Test number
- 596657437851
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated.
- AdvisoryFront Both front outer sills showing signs of corrosion.
- AdvisoryHeadlamp adjuster missing.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear outer sills corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres very close to the legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))
Fail211,000 miles (+11,779)1 major1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 211,000 miles
- Test number
- 920641605173
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower control arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high Both front. (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Cracked. (4.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated.
- AdvisoryFront Both front outer sills showing signs of corrosion.
- AdvisoryHeadlamp adjuster missing.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear outer sills corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres very close to the legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))
Pass199,221 miles (+35)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2024
- Odometer
- 199,221 miles
- Test number
- 353159658999
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp leveling adjuster missing
Fail199,186 miles (+10,269)3 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 199,186 miles
- Test number
- 154882826563
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cracked and split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorObligatory mirror missing interior mirror (3.3 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp leveling adjuster missing
Pass188,917 miles (+3)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 May 2023
- Odometer
- 188,917 miles
- Test number
- 779018144955
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Fail188,914 miles (+6,413)5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,914 miles
- Test number
- 910733937314
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material arm pipes corroded offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
Pass182,501 miles (+26)3 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 182,501 miles
- Test number
- 891656515279
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective lenses oxidised (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split at end (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes undersealed/coated (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear pipes corroded in clips (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking heavily. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded/pitted (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted Offside front and rear inner rims distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface corrosion to offside and nearside rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail182,475 miles5 major3 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,475 miles
- Test number
- 420810544684
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective lenses oxidised (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split at end (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes undersealed/coated (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear pipes corroded in clips (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking heavily. ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded/pitted (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted Offside front and rear inner rims distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface corrosion to offside and nearside rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
PassMileage not read4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 673425987029
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- 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))
Pass175,033 miles (+1,852)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 175,033 miles
- Test number
- 935632939665
- AdvisorySlight play/wear in wishbone bushes.
Pass173,181 miles (+1,619)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2017
- Odometer
- 173,181 miles
- Test number
- 711731685366
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush and off side front (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front and off side front flexi hoses slight cracking
- AdvisoryNearside Rear and off side rear brake pipes and ferrules starting to corrode all coated
Fail171,562 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 171,562 miles
- Test number
- 605678275079
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Pass171,562 miles (+2,615)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 171,562 miles
- Test number
- 865338675021
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass168,947 miles (+14)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 168,947 miles
- Test number
- 507311204160
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail168,933 miles (+7,874)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,933 miles
- Test number
- 755968394039
- FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Pass161,059 miles (+3)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 161,059 miles
- Test number
- 299045911091
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail161,056 miles (+12,406)6 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 161,056 miles
- Test number
- 858688901078
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass148,650 miles (+18,456)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 148,650 miles
- Test number
- 524378100086
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass130,194 miles2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 130,194 miles
- Test number
- 223329309067
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NoteBulbs out in top stop light
- NoteQ/s/r no plate cover lens missing
Fail130,194 miles (+18,830)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,194 miles
- Test number
- 254159509053
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
- FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NoteBulbs out in top stop light
- NoteQ/s/r no plate cover lens missing
Fail111,364 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,364 miles
- Test number
- 542614908009
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass111,364 miles (+17,545)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 111,364 miles
- Test number
- 822594908001
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass93,819 miles (+20,733)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 93,819 miles
- Test number
- 924055207046
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,086 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 73,086 miles
- Test number
- 164033416406
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail73,086 miles6 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,086 miles
- Test number
- 344752016031
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- NotePlay in steering rack just in limit
- NoteRear tyres close to limit
- NoteSome wear and corrosion on all brake discs
- NoteSome wear in front lower ball joints
Questions about T87 BYY
- Does T87 BYY currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T87 BYY is valid until 11 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T87 BYY?
- The MOT on T87 BYY is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T87 BYY done?
- T87 BYY was recorded at 229,763 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 7,707 miles a year.
- Has T87 BYY ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T87 BYY has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
- Has the mileage on T87 BYY 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 T87 BYY find?
- T87 BYY passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp light outputs reduced.; both sides outer sill covers corroded.; exhaust mounting defective central exhaust sleeve loose and also has a minor leak of exhaust gas., and 4 more.
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