BMW logo

BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T9 ARTMOT history

T9 ART is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
103,537 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,421 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T9 ART in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T9 ART
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T9 ART was last recorded at 103,537 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 1,529 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,008 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,529 miles
Average per year
3,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,537 miles
  • 2024 – 102,008 miles
  • 2023 – 100,022 miles
  • 2022 – 98,678 miles
  • 2021 – 96,507 miles
  • 2020 – 92,117 miles
  • 2019 – 88,837 miles
  • 2018 – 85,226 miles
  • 2017 – 83,415 miles
  • 2016 – 80,499 miles
  • 2015 – 78,630 miles
  • 2014 – 75,881 miles
  • 2013 – 72,559 miles
  • 2012 – 70,141 miles
  • 2011 – 64,635 miles
  • 2009 – 57,187 miles
  • 2008 – 51,627 miles
  • 2007 – 45,540 miles
  • 2006 – 38,870 miles
  • 2005 – 32,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,537 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill re welded and under sealed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components partially corroded and undersealed

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,537 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    103,537 miles
    Test number
    107755278424
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill re welded and under sealed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components partially corroded and undersealed

  2. Fail103,537 miles (+1,529)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,537 miles
    Test number
    943564788039
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded causing a projection (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components partially corroded and undersealed

  3. Pass102,008 miles (+1,854)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    102,008 miles
    Test number
    519694517423
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMultiple suspension underbody corroded and under sealed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill corroded but not likely cause to projection /injury (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,154 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,154 miles
    Test number
    766395905037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail100,022 miles (+1,344)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,022 miles
    Test number
    587535139130
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/sill covers

  6. Pass98,678 miles (+2,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,678 miles
    Test number
    194087645536
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength

  7. Pass96,507 miles (+4,390)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    96,507 miles
    Test number
    773250722100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,117 miles (+3,280)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,117 miles
    Test number
    531912010372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,837 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,837 miles
    Test number
    645021934242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,226 miles (+1,811)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,226 miles
    Test number
    274964319551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    83,415 miles
    Test number
    284213283272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,415 miles (+2,916)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,415 miles
    Test number
    737515962335
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass80,499 miles (+1,869)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,499 miles
    Test number
    898723952715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,630 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    78,630 miles
    Test number
    367691975199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,881 miles (+3,322)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,881 miles
    Test number
    207749374133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,559 miles (+2,418)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    237101603210
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass70,141 miles (+5,506)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    70,141 miles
    Test number
    825913492155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass64,635 miles (+7,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    64,635 miles
    Test number
    876662091184
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass57,187 miles (+5,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,187 miles
    Test number
    471555059122
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass51,627 miles (+6,087)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,627 miles
    Test number
    962567158139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,540 miles (+6,670)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,540 miles
    Test number
    853258957187
    • NoteFront tyres getting close to wear bars

  22. Pass38,870 miles (+5,977)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,870 miles
    Test number
    690415646173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    32,893 miles
    Test number
    461094545149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T9 ART

Does T9 ART currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T9 ART is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T9 ART?
The MOT on T9 ART is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T9 ART done?
T9 ART was recorded at 103,537 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 3,421 miles a year.
Has T9 ART ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T9 ART has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T9 ART 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 T9 ART find?
T9 ART passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front; offside rear outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill re welded and under sealed; underbody and suspension components partially corroded and undersealed.

Related registrations

Browse all T9A registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.