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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T985 EWWMOT history

T985 EWW is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 57,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
57,889 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T985 EWW
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T985 EWW was last recorded at 57,889 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
57,798 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
1,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,889 miles
  • 2025 – 57,798 miles
  • 2024 – 57,437 miles
  • 2023 – 57,092 miles
  • 2022 – 56,373 miles
  • 2021 – 55,830 miles
  • 2020 – 55,676 miles
  • 2019 – 55,150 miles
  • 2018 – 54,502 miles
  • 2017 – 53,625 miles
  • 2016 – 53,514 miles
  • 2015 – 51,313 miles
  • 2014 – 49,980 miles
  • 2013 – 48,048 miles
  • 2012 – 46,207 miles
  • 2011 – 43,457 miles
  • 2010 – 40,846 miles
  • 2009 – 37,631 miles
  • 2008 – 35,869 miles
  • 2007 – 33,513 miles
  • 2006 – 30,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,889 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,889 miles (+91)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    57,889 miles
    Test number
    602763955784
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass57,798 miles (+361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    57,798 miles
    Test number
    483233773516
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass57,437 miles (+345)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    57,437 miles
    Test number
    723260303121
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,092 miles (+719)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    57,092 miles
    Test number
    700600190834
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass56,373 miles (+543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    56,373 miles
    Test number
    621129300815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass55,830 miles (+154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,830 miles
    Test number
    767002709642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass55,676 miles (+526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,676 miles
    Test number
    799707389229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass55,150 miles (+648)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,150 miles
    Test number
    359479459041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,502 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,502 miles
    Test number
    373886631162
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fading (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fading (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail54,502 miles (+877)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,502 miles
    Test number
    587273051509
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fading (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fading (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass53,625 miles (+111)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    53,625 miles
    Test number
    247457756447
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass53,514 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,514 miles
    Test number
    884499887821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer wall cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre outer wall cracking
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail53,514 miles (+2,201)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,514 miles
    Test number
    829654953337
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer wall cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre outer wall cracking
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass51,313 miles (+1,333)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,313 miles
    Test number
    355011606515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass49,980 miles (+1,932)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,980 miles
    Test number
    807562274227
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass48,048 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,048 miles
    Test number
    635030773202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,207 miles (+2,750)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,207 miles
    Test number
    676739762241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Pass43,457 miles (+2,611)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,457 miles
    Test number
    495360971240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,846 miles (+3,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,846 miles
    Test number
    412231470284
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass37,631 miles (+1,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,631 miles
    Test number
    172075769293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass35,869 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,869 miles
    Test number
    151483278234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,513 miles (+3,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,513 miles
    Test number
    554975117217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass30,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,416 miles
    Test number
    822403516290
    • 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 T985 EWW

Does T985 EWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T985 EWW is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T985 EWW?
The MOT on T985 EWW is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T985 EWW done?
T985 EWW was recorded at 57,889 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 1,363 miles a year.
Has T985 EWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 EWW has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on T985 EWW 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 T985 EWW find?
T985 EWW passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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