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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T91 SMWMOT history

T91 SMW is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 107,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2025
Mileage
107,347 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T91 SMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T91 SMW was last recorded at 107,347 miles on 6 Aug 2024, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,272 miles · 31 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
4,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,347 miles
  • 2023 – 104,820 miles
  • 2022 – 97,061 miles
  • 2019 – 91,275 miles
  • 2018 – 87,472 miles
  • 2017 – 85,566 miles
  • 2016 – 82,413 miles
  • 2014 – 74,048 miles
  • 2013 – 63,233 miles
  • 2012 – 54,552 miles
  • 2011 – 46,398 miles
  • 2010 – 42,378 miles
  • 2008 – 35,234 miles
  • 2007 – 31,238 miles
  • 2006 – 28,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,347 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside rear bolt on over sill corroded throughRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,347 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,347 miles
    Test number
    349223048287
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bolt on over sill corroded through

  2. Fail107,272 miles (+2,452)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,272 miles
    Test number
    258680552148
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bolt on over sill corroded through

  3. Pass104,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    104,820 miles
    Test number
    529314998916
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OSR sill corroded, does not appear to be structural. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail104,820 miles (+7,759)4 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,820 miles
    Test number
    287085685410
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached Linkage is loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OSR sill corroded, does not appear to be structural. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass97,061 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    97,061 miles
    Test number
    479412163964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 1.8mm/ Outer Edge Worn Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,061 miles (+5,786)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,061 miles
    Test number
    856921344794
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 1.8mm/ Outer Edge Worn Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,275 miles (+3,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,275 miles
    Test number
    443250086417
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass87,472 miles (+1,906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    87,472 miles
    Test number
    875660221337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass85,566 miles (+3,153)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,566 miles
    Test number
    731390314821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,413 miles
    Test number
    343353525199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,413 miles (+8,365)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,413 miles
    Test number
    613166621510
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working Both side lights (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass74,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    74,048 miles
    Test number
    737181854387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,048 miles (+10,815)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,048 miles
    Test number
    528340654333
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted.
    • NoteHeadlamp aim was too low, and too far to the left, now adjusted to correct aim.
    • NoteHeadlamp lens detreriated, possible cause for slightly poor image.

  14. Pass63,233 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    63,233 miles
    Test number
    745144453348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,223 miles (+8,671)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,223 miles
    Test number
    947992753344
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass54,552 miles (+8,154)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    54,552 miles
    Test number
    416918442401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass46,398 miles (+4,020)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    46,398 miles
    Test number
    436649641328
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracks developed
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracks developed

  18. Pass42,378 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    42,378 miles
    Test number
    544651240393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,376 miles (+5,119)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,376 miles
    Test number
    492790840315
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  20. Pass37,257 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,257 miles
    Test number
    491584010073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,234 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,234 miles
    Test number
    434391638193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,238 miles (+3,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,238 miles
    Test number
    240204937184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass28,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,027 miles
    Test number
    951828726136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T91 SMW

Does T91 SMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T91 SMW expired on 5 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T91 SMW?
The MOT on T91 SMW expired on 5 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T91 SMW done?
T91 SMW was recorded at 107,347 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2024, an average of 4,347 miles a year.
Has T91 SMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T91 SMW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T91 SMW 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 T91 SMW find?
T91 SMW passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear bolt on over sill corroded through.

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