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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T993 UDUMOT history

T993 UDU is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 123,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
123,016 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T993 UDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T993 UDU was last recorded at 123,016 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 442 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,574 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
442 miles
Average per year
2,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,016 miles
  • 2025 – 122,574 miles
  • 2024 – 122,285 miles
  • 2023 – 121,698 miles
  • 2022 – 120,550 miles
  • 2021 – 118,884 miles
  • 2019 – 118,544 miles
  • 2018 – 116,352 miles
  • 2017 – 115,485 miles
  • 2016 – 113,263 miles
  • 2015 – 110,815 miles
  • 2013 – 108,551 miles
  • 2012 – 96,455 miles
  • 2011 – 96,447 miles
  • 2010 – 93,336 miles
  • 2009 – 90,071 miles
  • 2008 – 83,118 miles
  • 2007 – 75,634 miles
  • 2006 – 68,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,016 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,016 miles (+442)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    123,016 miles
    Test number
    233830359916
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass122,574 miles (+289)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    122,574 miles
    Test number
    784071596218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,285 miles (+587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    122,285 miles
    Test number
    454503931057
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass121,698 miles (+1,148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,698 miles
    Test number
    716479199139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass120,550 miles (+1,666)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    120,550 miles
    Test number
    681889434580
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass118,884 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    118,884 miles
    Test number
    958271885674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail118,884 miles (+340)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,884 miles
    Test number
    979554731877
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass118,544 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,544 miles
    Test number
    457077306847
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail118,544 miles (+2,192)7 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,544 miles
    Test number
    866937883569
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass116,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    116,352 miles
    Test number
    425219232334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail116,352 miles (+867)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,352 miles
    Test number
    796180466575
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass115,485 miles (+2,222)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,485 miles
    Test number
    655619124201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass113,263 miles (+2,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    113,263 miles
    Test number
    438823516312
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass110,815 miles (+2,264)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,815 miles
    Test number
    859743715111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass108,551 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    108,551 miles
    Test number
    119012753344
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail108,549 miles (+9,093)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,549 miles
    Test number
    566531753315
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass99,456 miles (+3,001)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    99,456 miles
    Test number
    238334903098
    • NoteO/s/r tyre soft

  18. Pass96,455 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    96,455 miles
    Test number
    598493902061
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  19. Fail96,447 miles (+3,111)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,447 miles
    Test number
    406476251384
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  20. Pass93,336 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    93,336 miles
    Test number
    811068490221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail93,302 miles (+3,231)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,302 miles
    Test number
    853094990225
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass90,071 miles (+6,953)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    90,071 miles
    Test number
    274411309360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass83,118 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    684634788271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail83,118 miles (+7,484)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    740904488202
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass75,634 miles (+6,910)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    75,634 miles
    Test number
    742837707331
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear number plate seperating

  26. Pass68,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    68,724 miles
    Test number
    814737946274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail68,724 miles6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,724 miles
    Test number
    134243046214
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

Questions about T993 UDU

Does T993 UDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T993 UDU is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T993 UDU?
The MOT on T993 UDU is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T993 UDU done?
T993 UDU was recorded at 123,016 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 2,768 miles a year.
Has T993 UDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T993 UDU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T993 UDU 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 T993 UDU find?
T993 UDU passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all, and 3 more.

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