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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T997 GJHMOT history

T997 GJH is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 87,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
87,217 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T997 GJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T997 GJH was last recorded at 87,217 miles on 5 May 2026, 986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,231 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
986 miles
Average per year
1,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,217 miles
  • 2025 – 86,231 miles
  • 2024 – 84,691 miles
  • 2023 – 84,686 miles
  • 2022 – 84,179 miles
  • 2021 – 83,820 miles
  • 2020 – 83,497 miles
  • 2019 – 83,097 miles
  • 2018 – 82,470 miles
  • 2017 – 81,968 miles
  • 2016 – 81,425 miles
  • 2015 – 80,214 miles
  • 2014 – 78,959 miles
  • 2013 – 76,423 miles
  • 2012 – 72,173 miles
  • 2011 – 67,062 miles
  • 2010 – 63,759 miles
  • 2009 – 61,241 miles
  • 2008 – 57,001 miles
  • 2007 – 51,821 miles
  • 2006 – 48,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,217 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Fuel tank straps corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,217 miles (+986)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,217 miles
    Test number
    433444443205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass86,231 miles (+1,540)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    86,231 miles
    Test number
    993898131050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass84,691 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,691 miles
    Test number
    125804157218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
  4. Fail84,686 miles (+507)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,686 miles
    Test number
    730796824783
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
  5. Pass84,179 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    84,179 miles
    Test number
    161651062723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,820 miles (+323)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    83,820 miles
    Test number
    680611986575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
  7. Pass83,497 miles (+400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,497 miles
    Test number
    905124010235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps rusty
  8. Pass83,097 miles (+627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,097 miles
    Test number
    455088943183
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust system
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass82,470 miles (+502)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,470 miles
    Test number
    836027334594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,968 miles (+543)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    81,968 miles
    Test number
    211061270145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,425 miles (+1,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,425 miles
    Test number
    639901659101
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON CENTRE EXHAUST BOX
  12. Pass80,214 miles (+1,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,214 miles
    Test number
    445197365123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass78,959 miles (+2,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,959 miles
    Test number
    689650174172
    • 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)
  14. Pass76,423 miles (+4,250)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,423 miles
    Test number
    685252473114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,173 miles
    Test number
    946581382105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,173 miles (+5,111)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,173 miles
    Test number
    276968972174
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres very worn on inner edges
  17. Pass67,062 miles (+3,303)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,062 miles
    Test number
    285566361442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • NoteSlight noise from aux drive delt area
  18. Pass63,759 miles (+2,518)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    63,759 miles
    Test number
    612459060188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,241 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,241 miles
    Test number
    652590579116
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
  20. Fail61,241 miles (+4,240)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,241 miles
    Test number
    272452769150
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  21. Pass57,001 miles (+5,180)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,001 miles
    Test number
    944735378154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,821 miles (+3,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,821 miles
    Test number
    403439957125
    • 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)
  23. Pass48,554 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    48,554 miles
    Test number
    670561586112
    • NoteRear tyres worn to 2mm

Questions about T997 GJH

Does T997 GJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T997 GJH is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T997 GJH?
The MOT on T997 GJH is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T997 GJH done?
T997 GJH was recorded at 87,217 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 1,948 miles a year.
Has T997 GJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T997 GJH has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T997 GJH 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 T997 GJH find?
T997 GJH passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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