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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

T981 JEYMOT history

T981 JEY is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
112,799 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 JEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 JEY was last recorded at 112,799 miles on 28 May 2026, 525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,274 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
525 miles
Average per year
1,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,799 miles
  • 2025 – 112,274 miles
  • 2023 – 111,950 miles
  • 2022 – 111,944 miles
  • 2021 – 110,968 miles
  • 2020 – 110,537 miles
  • 2019 – 109,835 miles
  • 2018 – 109,215 miles
  • 2017 – 108,845 miles
  • 2016 – 108,012 miles
  • 2015 – 107,362 miles
  • 2014 – 106,925 miles
  • 2013 – 104,985 miles
  • 2012 – 103,685 miles
  • 2011 – 101,600 miles
  • 2010 – 97,971 miles
  • 2008 – 91,977 miles
  • 2007 – 87,820 miles
  • 2006 – 83,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,799 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    112,799 miles
    Test number
    826531746444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,799 miles (+525)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,799 miles
    Test number
    647583679850
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass112,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    112,274 miles
    Test number
    529746302130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,274 miles (+324)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,274 miles
    Test number
    971222592199
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass111,950 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,950 miles
    Test number
    871842511933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass111,944 miles (+976)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,944 miles
    Test number
    153239159031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,968 miles (+431)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,968 miles
    Test number
    587563145819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,537 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    228626199041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,835 miles (+620)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,835 miles
    Test number
    461041750558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,215 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    109,215 miles
    Test number
    542033934551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,845 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,845 miles
    Test number
    579972750986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,012 miles (+650)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    108,012 miles
    Test number
    144645955245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,362 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    107,362 miles
    Test number
    726849665168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,925 miles (+1,940)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,925 miles
    Test number
    348754064153
    • 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)

  15. Pass104,985 miles (+1,300)14 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    104,985 miles
    Test number
    927662653147
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass103,685 miles (+2,085)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    103,685 miles
    Test number
    137624882052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded slightly
    • NoteOffside front arch liner slightly insecure

  17. Pass101,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    101,600 miles
    Test number
    106649081069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail101,600 miles (+3,629)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,600 miles
    Test number
    128949981498
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass97,971 miles (+5,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    97,971 miles
    Test number
    154551310001
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass91,977 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    91,977 miles
    Test number
    384776238190
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in o/side and n/side of steering rack

  21. Fail91,977 miles (+4,157)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,977 miles
    Test number
    611584538182
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in o/side and n/side of steering rack

  22. Pass87,820 miles (+4,747)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    87,820 miles
    Test number
    293510037121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres tread low

  23. Pass83,073 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    83,073 miles
    Test number
    152482336185
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre punctured

Questions about T981 JEY

Does T981 JEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T981 JEY is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T981 JEY?
The MOT on T981 JEY is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T981 JEY done?
T981 JEY was recorded at 112,799 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 1,483 miles a year.
Has T981 JEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 JEY has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T981 JEY 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 T981 JEY find?
T981 JEY passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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