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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T921 MBLMOT history

T921 MBL is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 60,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
60,092 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T921 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T921 MBL was last recorded at 60,092 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,655 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
437 miles
Average per year
1,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,092 miles
  • 2025 – 59,655 miles
  • 2024 – 59,162 miles
  • 2023 – 58,317 miles
  • 2022 – 58,122 miles
  • 2021 – 57,927 miles
  • 2020 – 57,657 miles
  • 2019 – 57,342 miles
  • 2018 – 56,582 miles
  • 2017 – 55,742 miles
  • 2016 – 54,648 miles
  • 2015 – 53,513 miles
  • 2014 – 52,632 miles
  • 2013 – 52,053 miles
  • 2012 – 50,176 miles
  • 2011 – 47,378 miles
  • 2010 – 46,182 miles
  • 2009 – 45,121 miles
  • 2008 – 42,943 miles
  • 2007 – 41,468 miles
  • 2006 – 38,640 miles
  • 2005 – 34,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,092 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,092 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    60,092 miles
    Test number
    618104394259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,655 miles (+493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    59,655 miles
    Test number
    221066938520
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage RETURN PIPE (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass59,162 miles (+845)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    59,162 miles
    Test number
    645958222616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,317 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    58,317 miles
    Test number
    574514627991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,122 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,122 miles
    Test number
    921333149584
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Fail58,122 miles (+195)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,122 miles
    Test number
    377496868828
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass57,927 miles (+270)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,927 miles
    Test number
    727631102942
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn unevenly on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear diff upper bush deteriorated.

  8. Pass57,657 miles (+315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,657 miles
    Test number
    449624049006
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn unevanly on inner edge.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to power steering pipes.

  9. Pass57,342 miles (+760)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,342 miles
    Test number
    209961386246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass56,582 miles (+840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    56,582 miles
    Test number
    302130517600
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass55,742 miles (+1,094)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,742 miles
    Test number
    685913574936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,648 miles (+1,135)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,648 miles
    Test number
    693435573175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,513 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,513 miles
    Test number
    425437543748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,632 miles (+579)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,632 miles
    Test number
    388315554297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,053 miles (+1,877)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,053 miles
    Test number
    235464753209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,176 miles (+2,798)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,176 miles
    Test number
    316184352443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,378 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,378 miles
    Test number
    558418351237
    • NotePower steering pipe (across rack) corroded

  18. Fail47,378 miles (+1,196)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,378 miles
    Test number
    366318451425
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePower steering pipe (across rack) corroded
    • NoteRear brakes out of balance

  19. Pass46,182 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    46,182 miles
    Test number
    632930940262
    • NoteAdvise rear brake and parking brake inspection.
    • NoteBoth parking brake cables in poor condition.
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low.

  20. Fail46,182 miles (+1,061)3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,182 miles
    Test number
    792140840270
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteAdvise rear brake and parking brake inspection.
    • NoteBoth parking brake cables in poor condition.
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low.

  21. Pass45,121 miles (+2,178)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    45,121 miles
    Test number
    991607159234
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs corroding......

  22. Pass42,943 miles (+1,475)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    42,943 miles
    Test number
    210393768223
    • NoteFront brake imbalance on max 25%.....
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding.....

  23. Pass41,468 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    41,468 miles
    Test number
    531383547230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,640 miles (+4,113)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    38,640 miles
    Test number
    184032856294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    34,527 miles
    Test number
    454745255269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T921 MBL

Does T921 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T921 MBL is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T921 MBL?
The MOT on T921 MBL is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T921 MBL done?
T921 MBL was recorded at 60,092 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 1,219 miles a year.
Has T921 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T921 MBL has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T921 MBL 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 T921 MBL find?
T921 MBL passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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