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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

TFM 735MOT history

TFM 735 is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
79,315 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TFM 735
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TFM 735 was last recorded at 79,315 miles on 1 May 2026, 782 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,533 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
782 miles
Average per year
2,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,315 miles
  • 2025 – 78,533 miles
  • 2024 – 77,269 miles
  • 2023 – 76,269 miles
  • 2021 – 75,044 miles
  • 2020 – 73,735 miles
  • 2019 – 72,233 miles
  • 2018 – 71,004 miles
  • 2017 – 67,159 miles
  • 2016 – 64,656 miles
  • 2015 – 62,103 miles
  • 2014 – 58,550 miles
  • 2013 – 56,936 miles
  • 2012 – 55,411 miles
  • 2011 – 53,117 miles
  • 2010 – 51,078 miles
  • 2009 – 44,630 miles
  • 2008 – 42,174 miles
  • 2007 – 40,391 miles
  • 2006 – 37,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,315 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All corroded due to vehicle has been stood up (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust box heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Both tank straps corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack knuckle (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,315 miles (+782)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    79,315 miles
    Test number
    509024456492
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All corroded due to vehicle has been stood up (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust box heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Both tank straps corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack knuckle (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Pass78,533 miles (+1,264)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    78,533 miles
    Test number
    643443423894
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both hand brake cables outer casings poor (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively feels like it might have a missing tooth in the middle of travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes along rear suspension arms (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass77,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,269 miles
    Test number
    171212354206
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along rear arms both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail77,269 miles (+1,000)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,269 miles
    Test number
    187335453728
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along rear arms both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass76,269 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,269 miles
    Test number
    640027391673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail76,248 miles (+1,204)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,248 miles
    Test number
    520403292054
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass75,044 miles (+1,309)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,044 miles
    Test number
    682139318326
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass73,735 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,735 miles
    Test number
    684178576280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,233 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,233 miles
    Test number
    314967543385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail72,233 miles (+1,229)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,233 miles
    Test number
    606792792367
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,004 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,004 miles
    Test number
    209474299369
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Fail71,004 miles (+3,845)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,004 miles
    Test number
    824486048574
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass67,159 miles (+2,503)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    67,159 miles
    Test number
    969177659306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    64,656 miles
    Test number
    722483672302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,656 miles (+2,553)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,656 miles
    Test number
    239002182263
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass62,103 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,103 miles
    Test number
    195534419001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,550 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,550 miles
    Test number
    916780834282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,936 miles (+1,525)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,936 miles
    Test number
    649690423232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,411 miles (+2,294)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,411 miles
    Test number
    595106382146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror slightly loose

  20. Pass53,117 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,117 miles
    Test number
    375797131117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,078 miles (+6,448)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,078 miles
    Test number
    784971230131
    • NoteLooks like one new strut fitted only to n/s/f

  22. Pass44,630 miles (+2,456)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,630 miles
    Test number
    242878329135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  23. Pass42,174 miles (+1,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,174 miles
    Test number
    602480038184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass40,391 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,391 miles
    Test number
    644333697052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,394 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,394 miles
    Test number
    431467486083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE IS IN A POOR CONDITION

Questions about TFM 735

What vehicle is registration TFM 735 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TFM 735 on a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TFM 735 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TFM 735 is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on TFM 735?
The MOT on TFM 735 is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TFM 735 done?
TFM 735 was recorded at 79,315 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 2,086 miles a year.
Has TFM 735 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TFM 735 has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on TFM 735 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 TFM 735 find?
TFM 735 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 8 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively all corroded due to vehicle has been stood up; central exhaust box heavily corroded; fuel tank slightly loose both tank straps corroded, and 5 more.

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