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BMW Z4

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

T8 DGWMOT history

T8 DGW is a silver petrol BMW Z4 first used on 9 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 113,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2026
Mileage
113,888 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 DGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 DGW was last recorded at 113,888 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 6,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,583 miles · 2 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6,305 miles
Average per year
5,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,888 miles
  • 2024 – 107,583 miles
  • 2023 – 97,629 miles
  • 2019 – 83,069 miles
  • 2017 – 78,619 miles
  • 2016 – 76,764 miles
  • 2015 – 74,006 miles
  • 2014 – 70,894 miles
  • 2013 – 65,898 miles
  • 2012 – 59,056 miles
  • 2011 – 56,950 miles
  • 2010 – 48,939 miles
  • 2009 – 39,813 miles
  • 2008 – 31,308 miles
  • 2007 – 25,290 miles
  • 2006 – 16,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,888 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer brake pad deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Manufacturers undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both front suspension arm rear bushes have slight movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,888 miles (+6,305)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    113,888 miles
    Test number
    181458306677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer brake pad deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass107,583 miles (+9,954)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    107,583 miles
    Test number
    349381138556
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,629 miles (+37)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    97,629 miles
    Test number
    574709395788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

  4. Fail97,592 miles (+14,523)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,592 miles
    Test number
    254386475112
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. Pass83,069 miles (+4,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    83,069 miles
    Test number
    334614063040
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aim patterns poor
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are on 1.6mm limit and cracking on sidewalls

  6. Pass78,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,619 miles
    Test number
    719341047451
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm rear bushes have slight movement
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres approaching 1.6mm limit

  7. Fail78,619 miles (+1,855)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,619 miles
    Test number
    472170345302
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on floor of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm rear bushes have slight movement
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres approaching 1.6mm limit

  8. Pass76,764 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,764 miles
    Test number
    969199969133
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and in poor condition (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFron to rear brake pipes starting to corrode and unable to check whole length due to covers

  9. Fail76,764 miles (+2,758)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,764 miles
    Test number
    582219450622
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and in poor condition (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFron to rear brake pipes starting to corrode and unable to check whole length due to covers

  10. Pass74,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,006 miles
    Test number
    129545475150
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail74,006 miles (+3,112)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,006 miles
    Test number
    768405775171
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail70,894 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,894 miles
    Test number
    257161974453
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBrake pipes on nearside floor of vehicle starting to corrode

  13. Pass70,894 miles (+4,996)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,894 miles
    Test number
    628781174183
    • NoteBrake pipes on nearside floor of vehicle starting to corrode

  14. Pass65,898 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,898 miles
    Test number
    107140273153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,831 miles (+6,775)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,831 miles
    Test number
    606105363167
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass59,056 miles (+2,106)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,056 miles
    Test number
    257829742181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,950 miles (+8,011)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,950 miles
    Test number
    475378211329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,939 miles
    Test number
    520857070259
    • 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)

  19. Fail48,939 miles (+9,126)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,939 miles
    Test number
    702864770287
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs front and rear worn

  20. Pass39,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,813 miles
    Test number
    852627499112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,813 miles (+8,505)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,813 miles
    Test number
    110607499168
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  22. Pass31,308 miles (+6,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,308 miles
    Test number
    180008098198
    • 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. Pass25,290 miles (+8,655)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,290 miles
    Test number
    820147097167
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise front wiper blades worn
    • NoteNon run flat tyres fitted on rear n/s & o/s

  24. Pass16,635 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,635 miles
    Test number
    652129886188
    • NoteBoth rear tyre tread depths are worn to 2mm. †Both front tyre tread depths are 5mm.
    • NoteThere is a small cut in the tread of the O/S/R tyre.

Questions about T8 DGW

Does T8 DGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 DGW expired on 27 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 DGW?
The MOT on T8 DGW expired on 27 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 DGW done?
T8 DGW was recorded at 113,888 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 5,077 miles a year.
Has T8 DGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 DGW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T8 DGW 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 T8 DGW find?
T8 DGW passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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