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BMW Z3

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V709 DRTMOT history

V709 DRT is a grey petrol BMW Z3 first used on 6 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 47,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

V709 DRT grey BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
47,794 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V709 DRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V709 DRT was last recorded at 47,794 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Apr 2014: 46,269 miles, lower than 107,654 miles on 6 Apr 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
47,665 miles · 22 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
129 miles
Average per year
621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,794 miles
  • 2021 – 47,665 miles
  • 2019 – 46,674 miles
  • 2014 – 46,282 miles
  • 2013 – 107,654 miles
  • 2012 – 44,262 miles
  • 2011 – 43,388 miles
  • 2008 – 41,093 miles
  • 2007 – 35,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,794 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

13 tests since 9 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,794 miles (+129)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    47,794 miles
    Test number
    747345117560
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass47,665 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    47,665 miles
    Test number
    637669029640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,674 miles (+392)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,674 miles
    Test number
    520945613715
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass46,282 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,282 miles
    Test number
    196454994098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  5. Fail46,269 miles (-61,385)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,269 miles
    Test number
    169332494089
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass107,654 miles (+63,392)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    107,654 miles
    Test number
    545146293072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,262 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,262 miles
    Test number
    129957882012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,388 miles
    Test number
    616707381016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,388 miles (+2,295)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,388 miles
    Test number
    905152081010
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteAir bag light on

  10. Pass41,093 miles9 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,093 miles
    Test number
    302508178086
    • NoteDampness around gearbox
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteMovement in both front lower suspension arm rear bushes
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s door handle surround slightly insecure
    • NoteO/s track rod end corroded
    • NoteSlight lipping on front brake discs
    • NoteSpare wheel missing
    • NoteWindscreen wipers smearing

  11. Fail41,093 miles (+5,378)1 failure9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,093 miles
    Test number
    132105378424
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteDampness around gearbox
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteMovement in both front lower suspension arm rear bushes
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s door handle surround slightly insecure
    • NoteO/s track rod end corroded
    • NoteSlight lipping on front brake discs
    • NoteSpare wheel missing
    • NoteWindscreen wipers smearing

  12. Pass35,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    35,715 miles
    Test number
    253610447020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,715 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,715 miles
    Test number
    162320247023
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAirbag lamp lit

Questions about V709 DRT

Does V709 DRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V709 DRT is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V709 DRT?
The MOT on V709 DRT is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V709 DRT done?
V709 DRT was recorded at 47,794 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 621 miles a year.
Has V709 DRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V709 DRT has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2014.
Has the mileage on V709 DRT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V709 DRT find?
V709 DRT passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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