The road tax status for R23 TAC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R23 TAC?

The MOT for R23 TAC is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R23 TAC?

The recorded mileage for R23 TAC is 67,134 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R23 TAC ULEZ compliant?

No, R23 TAC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1997 BMW Z3 2.8L Petrol · R23 TAC

R23 TAC

1997 BMW Z3 (2.8L, petrol). First registered 22/08/1997. Recorded mileage 67,134 miles. MOT valid until 06/04/2027.

Make & Model: BMW Z3
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 06/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 67,134 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 67,134 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 2793cc

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R23 TAC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
67,134 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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R23 TAC Mileage History

24/04/202361,508 mi
13/03/202464,988 mi+3,480 mi
08/04/202565,163 mi+175 mi
20/03/202667,133 mi+1,970 mi
20/03/202667,134 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 1,936 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R23 TAC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 16:51

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 BMW Z3 (R23 TAC) between April 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 30 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 54% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.

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