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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T8 VVVMOT history

T8 VVV is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 204,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
204,335 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 VVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 VVV was last recorded at 204,335 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Oct 2022: 126,133 miles, lower than 130,457 miles on 20 Oct 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
204,329 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,335 miles
  • 2022 – 126,133 miles
  • 2021 – 121,797 miles
  • 2019 – 117,733 miles
  • 2018 – 114,741 miles
  • 2017 – 112,552 miles
  • 2016 – 111,967 miles
  • 2015 – 111,944 miles
  • 2014 – 111,286 miles
  • 2013 – 109,025 miles
  • 2012 – 105,682 miles
  • 2011 – 101,330 miles
  • 2010 – 90,363 miles
  • 2008 – 80,585 miles
  • 2007 – 78,499 miles
  • 2006 – 69,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,335 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,335 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    204,335 miles
    Test number
    952205103333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail204,329 miles3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,329 miles
    Test number
    487609868093
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass204,325 km (+92)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    204,325 km
    Test number
    862729782258
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass204,233 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    204,233 km
    Test number
    646676494620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,133 miles (-4,324)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    126,133 miles
    Test number
    600609665549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail130,457 miles (+8,660)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,457 miles
    Test number
    137713619433
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  7. Pass121,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,797 miles
    Test number
    920871036035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,797 miles (+4,064)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,797 miles
    Test number
    264410623222
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass117,733 miles (+2,992)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,733 miles
    Test number
    161767673042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,741 miles (+2,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,741 miles
    Test number
    655725206190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass112,552 miles (+585)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,552 miles
    Test number
    379594350243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass111,967 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,967 miles
    Test number
    497964890680
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  13. Fail111,966 miles (+22)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,966 miles
    Test number
    131082379985
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  14. Fail111,944 miles (+658)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,944 miles
    Test number
    611509015073
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass111,286 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    111,286 miles
    Test number
    726910784282
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll brake discs pitted and rusty
    • NoteOuter parking brake cables cracking

  16. Fail111,286 miles4 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,286 miles
    Test number
    758127364212
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll brake discs pitted and rusty
    • NoteOuter parking brake cables cracking

  17. Fail111,286 miles (+2,261)7 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,286 miles
    Test number
    629287454119
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Pass109,025 miles (+3,343)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    109,025 miles
    Test number
    616652503150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,682 miles (+4,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    105,682 miles
    Test number
    459297012160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass101,330 miles (+10,967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    101,330 miles
    Test number
    376697711175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass90,363 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    90,363 miles
    Test number
    351898710181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,360 miles (+9,775)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,360 miles
    Test number
    320966510196
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  23. Pass80,585 miles (+2,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    80,585 miles
    Test number
    681400628331
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass78,499 miles (+8,686)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    78,499 miles
    Test number
    502349207356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,813 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    69,813 miles
    Test number
    441700206495
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T8 VVV

Does T8 VVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 VVV is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 VVV?
The MOT on T8 VVV is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 VVV done?
T8 VVV was recorded at 204,335 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 6,864 miles a year.
Has T8 VVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 VVV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 VVV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Oct 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T8 VVV find?
T8 VVV passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor, and 3 more.

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