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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T889 EGUMOT history

T889 EGU is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 76,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,885 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 EGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T889 EGU was last recorded at 76,885 miles on 1 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,882 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,885 miles
  • 2025 – 76,335 miles
  • 2024 – 75,938 miles
  • 2023 – 75,268 miles
  • 2022 – 73,865 miles
  • 2021 – 72,743 miles
  • 2019 – 71,206 miles
  • 2018 – 70,439 miles
  • 2016 – 68,925 miles
  • 2015 – 67,762 miles
  • 2014 – 67,126 miles
  • 2012 – 66,812 miles
  • 2011 – 66,305 miles
  • 2010 – 64,900 miles
  • 2009 – 63,310 miles
  • 2008 – 62,193 miles
  • 2007 – 58,794 miles
  • 2006 – 55,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,885 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,885 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,885 miles
    Test number
    816713770169
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail76,882 miles (+547)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,882 miles
    Test number
    601317963390
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,335 miles (+397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,335 miles
    Test number
    276466882180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass75,938 miles (+670)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,938 miles
    Test number
    942665024378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,268 miles (+1,403)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,268 miles
    Test number
    210769295456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass73,865 miles (+1,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    73,865 miles
    Test number
    181190070629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass72,743 miles (+1,537)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,743 miles
    Test number
    140705149160
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass71,206 miles (+767)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,206 miles
    Test number
    654964987004
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass70,439 miles (+1,514)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,439 miles
    Test number
    122649821102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass68,925 miles (+1,163)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,925 miles
    Test number
    693919552977
    • 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 ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass67,762 miles (+636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,762 miles
    Test number
    679859255129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass67,126 miles (+314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,126 miles
    Test number
    645345214176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass66,812 miles (+507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,812 miles
    Test number
    199871852208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass66,305 miles (+1,405)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,305 miles
    Test number
    558585851240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass64,900 miles (+1,590)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,900 miles
    Test number
    783367130231
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking

  16. Pass63,310 miles (+1,117)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,310 miles
    Test number
    590739339286
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass62,193 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,193 miles
    Test number
    313628118218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,794 miles (+3,145)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,794 miles
    Test number
    900270427290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,649 miles
    Test number
    243738526277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T889 EGU

Does T889 EGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T889 EGU is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T889 EGU?
The MOT on T889 EGU is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T889 EGU done?
T889 EGU was recorded at 76,885 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,078 miles a year.
Has T889 EGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 EGU has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T889 EGU 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 T889 EGU find?
T889 EGU passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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