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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

T900 JADMOT history

T900 JAD is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 21 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 170,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
170,272 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T900 JAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
2 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T900 JAD was last recorded at 170,272 miles on 2 May 2026, 4,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,313 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,959 miles
Average per year
7,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,272 miles
  • 2025 – 165,313 miles
  • 2024 – 156,476 miles
  • 2022 – 145,079 miles
  • 2021 – 139,509 miles
  • 2020 – 132,267 miles
  • 2019 – 122,625 miles
  • 2018 – 115,545 miles
  • 2017 – 103,627 miles
  • 2016 – 90,111 miles
  • 2015 – 82,065 miles
  • 2014 – 73,859 miles
  • 2013 – 68,422 miles
  • 2012 – 61,220 miles
  • 2011 – 51,055 miles
  • 2010 – 44,181 miles
  • 2009 – 34,530 miles
  • 2008 – 21,878 miles
  • 2007 – 17,400 miles
  • 2006 – 14,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,272 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,272 miles (+4,959)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    170,272 miles
    Test number
    801346052117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass165,313 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    165,313 miles
    Test number
    490166443142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail165,313 miles (+8,837)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,313 miles
    Test number
    837238220722
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass156,476 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    156,476 miles
    Test number
    724296335380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail156,476 miles (+175)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,476 miles
    Test number
    874302429894
    • MajorOffside Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail156,301 miles (+11,222)1 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,301 miles
    Test number
    176587735654
    • DangerousProp shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing will need attention soon. only just passed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing needs attention soon only just passed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass145,079 miles (+5,570)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    145,079 miles
    Test number
    703209840230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass139,509 miles (+7,242)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    139,509 miles
    Test number
    660371237450
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill is corroded,
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded and holed, not within a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff mounting bush has started to split.

  9. Pass132,267 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,267 miles
    Test number
    370606391032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill is heavily corroded and holed, not within a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff mounting bush has started to delaminate/split.

  10. Fail132,267 miles (+9,642)4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,267 miles
    Test number
    567740254998
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill is heavily corroded and holed, not within a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff mounting bush has started to delaminate/split.

  11. Pass122,625 miles (+7,080)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,625 miles
    Test number
    391106242839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,545 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    115,545 miles
    Test number
    557542817307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail115,545 miles (+11,918)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,545 miles
    Test number
    301231825162
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass103,627 miles (+224)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    103,627 miles
    Test number
    252498997351
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped - pads 6-7mm approx.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear droplink upper bush stress cracked
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs have 7-10mm wide corroded lip - pads 5mm approx.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stonechip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak to rear of gearbox

  15. Fail103,403 miles (+13,292)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,403 miles
    Test number
    763038187258
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster broken/seized (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low adjuster broken/seized (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped - pads 6-7mm approx.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear droplink upper bush stress cracked
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs have 7-10mm wide corroded lip - pads 5mm approx.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stonechip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak to rear of gearbox

  16. Pass90,111 miles (+8,046)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,111 miles
    Test number
    610954459498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,065 miles (+8,206)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,065 miles
    Test number
    687456765185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,859 miles
    Test number
    399783354142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail73,859 miles (+5,437)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,859 miles
    Test number
    859583354112
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass68,422 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,422 miles
    Test number
    766589563162
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail68,422 miles (+7,202)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,422 miles
    Test number
    539958663154
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outter tread
    • NoteOver heating??
    • NotePromp shaft coupling crack

  22. Pass61,220 miles (+10,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,220 miles
    Test number
    188723162185
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass51,055 miles (+6,874)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,055 miles
    Test number
    228150541134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,181 miles (+9,651)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,181 miles
    Test number
    751343750128
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  25. Pass34,530 miles (+12,652)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,530 miles
    Test number
    204181469403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,878 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,878 miles
    Test number
    542335968142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,400 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    17,400 miles
    Test number
    182861677147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,923 miles
    Test number
    292935066402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T900 JAD

Does T900 JAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T900 JAD is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T900 JAD?
The MOT on T900 JAD is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T900 JAD done?
T900 JAD was recorded at 170,272 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 7,813 miles a year.
Has T900 JAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T900 JAD has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T900 JAD 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 T900 JAD find?
T900 JAD passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 1 more.

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