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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T979 BFCMOT history

T979 BFC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,082 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 BFC
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
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T979 BFC was last recorded at 89,082 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 1,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,664 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,418 miles
Average per year
2,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,082 miles
  • 2025 – 87,664 miles
  • 2024 – 85,074 miles
  • 2023 – 83,419 miles
  • 2022 – 81,097 miles
  • 2021 – 78,930 miles
  • 2019 – 76,914 miles
  • 2018 – 73,833 miles
  • 2017 – 68,929 miles
  • 2016 – 64,914 miles
  • 2015 – 58,946 miles
  • 2014 – 57,707 miles
  • 2013 – 55,594 miles
  • 2012 – 53,423 miles
  • 2011 – 50,957 miles
  • 2010 – 48,004 miles
  • 2009 – 45,188 miles
  • 2008 – 42,748 miles
  • 2007 – 40,532 miles
  • 2006 – 37,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,082 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,082 miles (+1,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    434124432438
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,664 miles (+2,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,664 miles
    Test number
    652190144291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass85,074 miles (+1,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    85,074 miles
    Test number
    881352509159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass83,419 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,419 miles
    Test number
    981575160781
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail83,418 miles (+2,321)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,418 miles
    Test number
    493354803205
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass81,097 miles (+2,167)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    81,097 miles
    Test number
    208245703122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass78,930 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,930 miles
    Test number
    880462100850
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail78,907 miles (+1,993)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,907 miles
    Test number
    142585647149
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass76,914 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,914 miles
    Test number
    300317381895
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail76,914 miles (+3,081)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,914 miles
    Test number
    138419881863
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass73,833 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,833 miles
    Test number
    670194755062
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusting in places.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside front tyres badly perished in tread.

  12. Fail73,833 miles (+4,904)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,833 miles
    Test number
    367955211250
    • DangerousNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusting in places.
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres badly perished on tread.

  13. Pass68,929 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,929 miles
    Test number
    366122974549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,914 miles
    Test number
    182498764166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,914 miles (+5,968)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,914 miles
    Test number
    979652153056
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass58,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,946 miles
    Test number
    155822385153
    • 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)

  17. Fail58,946 miles (+1,239)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,946 miles
    Test number
    535251585142
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)

  18. Pass57,707 miles (+2,113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,707 miles
    Test number
    726710294163
    • 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)

  19. Pass55,594 miles (+2,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,594 miles
    Test number
    248226883498
    • 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)

  20. Pass53,423 miles (+2,466)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,423 miles
    Test number
    377756782198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass50,957 miles (+2,953)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,957 miles
    Test number
    246845581160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass48,004 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,004 miles
    Test number
    501666280178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,188 miles (+2,440)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,188 miles
    Test number
    170161979146
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePetrol tank straps corroded.

  24. Pass42,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,748 miles
    Test number
    943799668179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,748 miles (+2,216)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,748 miles
    Test number
    481408568107
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass40,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,532 miles
    Test number
    290690477132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail40,532 miles (+2,845)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,532 miles
    Test number
    684239067146
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  28. Pass37,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,687 miles
    Test number
    241019176155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T979 BFC

Does T979 BFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T979 BFC is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T979 BFC?
The MOT on T979 BFC is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T979 BFC done?
T979 BFC was recorded at 89,082 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 2,599 miles a year.
Has T979 BFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 BFC has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T979 BFC 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 BFC find?
T979 BFC passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all pitted; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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