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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T89 AYXMOT history

T89 AYX is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 62,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
62,109 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T89 AYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T89 AYX was last recorded at 62,109 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,892 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
217 miles
Average per year
1,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,109 miles
  • 2024 – 61,892 miles
  • 2023 – 61,727 miles
  • 2022 – 61,578 miles
  • 2021 – 61,434 miles
  • 2020 – 61,259 miles
  • 2019 – 60,750 miles
  • 2018 – 60,403 miles
  • 2017 – 59,869 miles
  • 2016 – 59,071 miles
  • 2015 – 58,632 miles
  • 2014 – 56,800 miles
  • 2013 – 55,422 miles
  • 2012 – 53,685 miles
  • 2011 – 51,265 miles
  • 2010 – 50,274 miles
  • 2009 – 48,806 miles
  • 2008 – 48,011 miles
  • 2007 – 44,979 miles
  • 2006 – 42,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,109 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front slight side to side movement detected at road wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from cylinder to hose both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight play detected at lower steering colum uj

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,109 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    62,109 miles
    Test number
    626460990596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass61,892 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    61,892 miles
    Test number
    346051709913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass61,727 miles (+149)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    61,727 miles
    Test number
    394297179674
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass61,578 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    61,578 miles
    Test number
    329472087947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,434 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    61,434 miles
    Test number
    439449893458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail61,425 miles (+166)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,425 miles
    Test number
    808872076020
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight smearing to wipers

  7. Pass61,259 miles (+509)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    61,259 miles
    Test number
    128133752864
    • AdvisoryFront slight side to side movement detected at both road wheels
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass60,750 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,750 miles
    Test number
    424941583864
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight side to side movement detected at road wheel
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from cylinder to hose both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play detected at lower steering colum uj

  9. Fail60,748 miles (+345)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,748 miles
    Test number
    774884533009
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight side to side movement detected at road wheel
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from cylinder to hose both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play detected at lower steering colum uj

  10. Pass60,403 miles (+534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,403 miles
    Test number
    712260533502
    • AdvisoryOffside registration plate lamp missing lens
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper blade judders

  11. Pass59,869 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    59,869 miles
    Test number
    810325464034
    • AdvisoryOffside registration plate lamp, missing lens
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWiper(s) juddering

  12. Fail59,867 miles (+796)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,867 miles
    Test number
    649055251243
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers to be tested in conjunction with washers during re-examination (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside registration plate lamp, missing lens
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slight corrosion

  13. Pass59,071 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,071 miles
    Test number
    997023828725
    • AdvisoryOffside registration plate lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  14. Fail59,071 miles (+439)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,071 miles
    Test number
    175009317719
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' dirt (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside registration plate lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryWiper blades to be tested in conjunction with washers during re-examination

  15. Pass58,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,632 miles
    Test number
    726587305142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,632 miles (+1,832)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,632 miles
    Test number
    636107705157
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass56,800 miles (+1,378)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,800 miles
    Test number
    278028614459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,422 miles (+1,737)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    55,422 miles
    Test number
    599533413170
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteLow effort from n/s parking brake

  19. Pass53,685 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,685 miles
    Test number
    478532922101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,265 miles (+991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,265 miles
    Test number
    286170131148
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass50,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,274 miles
    Test number
    163004620110
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail50,274 miles (+1,468)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,274 miles
    Test number
    971314120145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass48,806 miles (+795)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,806 miles
    Test number
    193248429127
    • NoteCracking in sidewall of o/s and n/s front tyres

  24. Pass48,011 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    631819828149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,009 miles (+3,030)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,009 miles
    Test number
    441058128131
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass44,979 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,979 miles
    Test number
    994119327159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail44,920 miles (+2,507)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,920 miles
    Test number
    404054127179
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  28. Pass42,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,413 miles
    Test number
    161882436166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T89 AYX

Does T89 AYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T89 AYX is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T89 AYX?
The MOT on T89 AYX is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T89 AYX done?
T89 AYX was recorded at 62,109 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 1,010 miles a year.
Has T89 AYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T89 AYX has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T89 AYX 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 T89 AYX find?
T89 AYX passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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