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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T979 BDVMOT history

T979 BDV is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 120,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jun 2025
Mileage
120,931 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 BDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T979 BDV was last recorded at 120,931 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 1,025 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,906 miles · 20 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,025 miles
Average per year
4,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,931 miles
  • 2024 – 119,906 miles
  • 2023 – 118,202 miles
  • 2022 – 116,953 miles
  • 2021 – 113,743 miles
  • 2019 – 112,438 miles
  • 2018 – 109,561 miles
  • 2017 – 101,551 miles
  • 2016 – 97,354 miles
  • 2015 – 93,867 miles
  • 2013 – 92,120 miles
  • 2012 – 79,903 miles
  • 2011 – 74,599 miles
  • 2010 – 67,774 miles
  • 2009 – 58,840 miles
  • 2008 – 47,667 miles
  • 2007 – 38,128 miles
  • 2006 – 33,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,931 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail120,931 miles (+1,025)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,931 miles
    Test number
    964727579242
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

  2. Pass119,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    119,906 miles
    Test number
    619686626635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail119,906 miles (+1,704)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,906 miles
    Test number
    119161344064
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass118,202 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    118,202 miles
    Test number
    779022501829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail118,169 miles (+1,216)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,169 miles
    Test number
    533318295889
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

  6. Pass116,953 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    116,953 miles
    Test number
    529492580123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail116,884 miles (+3,141)4 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,884 miles
    Test number
    305493001766
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass113,743 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    113,743 miles
    Test number
    875095596763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,438 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,438 miles
    Test number
    722508417387
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail112,436 miles (+2,875)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,436 miles
    Test number
    648468346627
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass109,561 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,561 miles
    Test number
    943632313125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin @limit 1.7mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre under-inflated and worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail109,561 miles (+8,010)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,561 miles
    Test number
    718485526105
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin @limit 1.7mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre under-inflated and worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass101,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,551 miles
    Test number
    371168067872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail101,550 miles (+4,196)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,550 miles
    Test number
    323505168382
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass97,354 miles (+3,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    97,354 miles
    Test number
    255539087497
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass93,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,867 miles
    Test number
    729600405193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,867 miles (+1,747)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,867 miles
    Test number
    608469995039
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass92,120 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    92,120 miles
    Test number
    425350543351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,119 miles (+5,824)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,119 miles
    Test number
    356619833363
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass86,295 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    86,295 miles
    Test number
    576248453028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  21. Fail86,295 miles (+6,392)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,295 miles
    Test number
    131576881738
    • FailureNearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  22. Pass79,903 miles (+5,304)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    79,903 miles
    Test number
    506808652033
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f/ tyre perished
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass74,599 miles (+6,825)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    74,599 miles
    Test number
    946922951069
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront and Rear brake pads wearing low.

  24. Pass67,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,774 miles
    Test number
    714245450039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail67,774 miles (+8,934)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,774 miles
    Test number
    182323050066
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass58,840 miles (+11,173)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,840 miles
    Test number
    594530959010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,667 miles (+9,539)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    47,667 miles
    Test number
    554371758025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,128 miles (+4,582)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,128 miles
    Test number
    863492657037
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre center treads close to 1.6mm tread depth limits.

  29. Pass33,546 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,546 miles
    Test number
    164255846081
    • NoteO/s front brake pads getting low

Questions about T979 BDV

Does T979 BDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T979 BDV expired on 1 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T979 BDV?
The MOT on T979 BDV expired on 1 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T979 BDV done?
T979 BDV was recorded at 120,931 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 4,233 miles a year.
Has T979 BDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 BDV has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T979 BDV 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 T979 BDV find?
T979 BDV failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect: emissions unable to be completed.

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