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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T883 SDKMOT history

T883 SDK is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
93,877 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T883 SDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T883 SDK was last recorded at 93,877 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,820 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
2,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,877 miles
  • 2025 – 93,820 miles
  • 2024 – 92,028 miles
  • 2023 – 91,002 miles
  • 2021 – 90,990 miles
  • 2018 – 90,984 miles
  • 2017 – 85,875 miles
  • 2016 – 79,198 miles
  • 2015 – 73,549 miles
  • 2014 – 69,807 miles
  • 2013 – 64,265 miles
  • 2012 – 63,334 miles
  • 2011 – 62,396 miles
  • 2008 – 52,523 miles
  • 2007 – 49,892 miles
  • 2006 – 44,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,877 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall/ Cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/ soft (5.3.6 (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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,877 miles (+57)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    93,877 miles
    Test number
    220894765184
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall/ Cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/ soft (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,820 miles (+1,792)1 dangerous2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,820 miles
    Test number
    457803358175
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail marked ( above exhaust ) (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass92,028 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,028 miles
    Test number
    185964203413
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL Ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail92,024 miles (+29)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,024 miles
    Test number
    202144651616
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL Ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail91,995 miles (+993)1 major3 repaired18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,995 miles
    Test number
    279337972690
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,002 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,002 miles
    Test number
    555191025461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,990 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,990 miles
    Test number
    240054465136
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail90,989 miles (+5)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,989 miles
    Test number
    261208501610
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail90,984 miles (+5,109)7 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,984 miles
    Test number
    417009957938
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine running rough during test
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  10. Pass85,875 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,875 miles
    Test number
    597135290063
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished

  11. Fail85,872 miles (+6,674)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,872 miles
    Test number
    563180767982
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported hose clip missing (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables corroded and swelled up
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished

  12. Pass79,198 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,198 miles
    Test number
    642214543108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  13. Fail79,193 miles (+5,644)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,193 miles
    Test number
    658771203311
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  14. Pass73,549 miles (+30)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,549 miles
    Test number
    176414525199
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake hose deteriorating.
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe corroded.

  15. Fail73,519 miles (+3,712)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,519 miles
    Test number
    299702515130
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake hose deteriorating.
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe corroded.

  16. Pass69,807 miles (+5,542)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,807 miles
    Test number
    836586724144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,265 miles (+931)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,265 miles
    Test number
    128380133160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,334 miles (+938)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,334 miles
    Test number
    515655902136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,396 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,396 miles
    Test number
    237750631116
    • NoteFront tyres cracking on side wall

  20. Fail62,396 miles (+9,873)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,396 miles
    Test number
    429840931114
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres cracking on side wall

  21. Pass52,523 miles (+2,631)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    52,523 miles
    Test number
    670189748141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,892 miles (+5,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,892 miles
    Test number
    553840737226
    • 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)

  23. Pass44,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    44,671 miles
    Test number
    213100336252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T883 SDK

Does T883 SDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T883 SDK is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T883 SDK?
The MOT on T883 SDK is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T883 SDK done?
T883 SDK was recorded at 93,877 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 2,528 miles a year.
Has T883 SDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T883 SDK has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T883 SDK 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 T883 SDK find?
T883 SDK passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front oil leak, but not excessive; front outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs, and 4 more.

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