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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T949 TNFMOT history

T949 TNF is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
99,041 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T949 TNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T949 TNF was last recorded at 99,041 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,039 miles · 3 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,041 miles
  • 2025 – 94,938 miles
  • 2024 – 92,249 miles
  • 2023 – 91,778 miles
  • 2022 – 89,775 miles
  • 2021 – 89,339 miles
  • 2019 – 89,101 miles
  • 2018 – 88,395 miles
  • 2017 – 86,899 miles
  • 2016 – 82,976 miles
  • 2014 – 82,670 miles
  • 2013 – 79,105 miles
  • 2012 – 75,103 miles
  • 2011 – 70,854 miles
  • 2010 – 65,500 miles
  • 2009 – 59,968 miles
  • 2008 – 59,859 miles
  • 2007 – 56,211 miles
  • 2006 – 48,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,041 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded along suspension arm in clip (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside and nearside rear brake disc slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,041 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    99,041 miles
    Test number
    119371696904
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,039 miles (+4,101)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,039 miles
    Test number
    672780537634
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,938 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    94,938 miles
    Test number
    700153500883
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail94,094 miles (+1,845)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,094 miles
    Test number
    403490040918
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass92,249 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    92,249 miles
    Test number
    143675279341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,778 miles (+2,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,778 miles
    Test number
    890603603447
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,775 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    89,775 miles
    Test number
    485087187123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,770 miles (+431)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,770 miles
    Test number
    718037961057
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass89,339 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    89,339 miles
    Test number
    660753410523
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail89,339 miles (+238)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,339 miles
    Test number
    517972889538
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass89,101 miles (+706)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,101 miles
    Test number
    295814057911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,395 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,395 miles
    Test number
    203774862111
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear. (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail88,395 miles (+1,496)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,395 miles
    Test number
    709079169941
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear. (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass86,899 miles (+3,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,899 miles
    Test number
    491138961556
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass82,976 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,976 miles
    Test number
    122423116235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded along suspension arm in clip (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake disc slightly worn

  16. Fail82,920 miles (+250)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,920 miles
    Test number
    776432798728
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded along suspension arm in clip (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake disc slightly worn

  17. Pass82,670 miles (+3,565)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,670 miles
    Test number
    649611934335
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake disc slightly worn
    • NoteRear exaust box deteriorated

  18. Pass79,105 miles (+4,002)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    79,105 miles
    Test number
    517873233399
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.

  19. Pass75,103 miles (+4,249)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,103 miles
    Test number
    717676122207
    • NoteOnly 4 out of 7 bulbs working on high level brake light

  20. Pass70,854 miles (+5,354)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    70,854 miles
    Test number
    328364721499
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteSeveral bulbs not working on high level brake light

  21. Pass65,500 miles (+5,532)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,500 miles
    Test number
    212630660424
    • NoteEngine very rough on tick over producing in excess of 3000ppm HC (normal resading would be approx 150) and Lambda reading high until engine revved.

  22. Pass59,968 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,968 miles
    Test number
    174119189014
    • NoteExhaust front pipe bracket corroded
    • NoteSlight binding on nearside front brake

  23. Fail59,961 miles (+102)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,961 miles
    Test number
    704966189013
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NoteExhaust front pipe bracket corroded
    • NoteSlight behinding on nearside front brake ,not detected on roller brake test

  24. Pass59,859 miles (+3,648)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,859 miles
    Test number
    131479008485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,211 miles (+7,518)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    56,211 miles
    Test number
    483876337005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,693 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    48,693 miles
    Test number
    930885436068
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

Questions about T949 TNF

Does T949 TNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T949 TNF is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T949 TNF?
The MOT on T949 TNF is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T949 TNF done?
T949 TNF was recorded at 99,041 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 2,477 miles a year.
Has T949 TNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T949 TNF has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T949 TNF 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 T949 TNF find?
T949 TNF passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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