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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

101 DOPMOT history

101 DOP is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 100,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

101 DOP blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
100,622 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
101 DOP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

101 DOP was last recorded at 100,622 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,620 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,622 miles
  • 2025 – 97,855 miles
  • 2024 – 95,249 miles
  • 2023 – 91,423 miles
  • 2022 – 87,485 miles
  • 2021 – 84,043 miles
  • 2020 – 81,220 miles
  • 2019 – 79,739 miles
  • 2018 – 77,493 miles
  • 2017 – 75,293 miles
  • 2016 – 72,953 miles
  • 2015 – 72,398 miles
  • 2014 – 70,798 miles
  • 2013 – 69,541 miles
  • 2012 – 68,123 miles
  • 2011 – 65,243 miles
  • 2010 – 63,440 miles
  • 2009 – 60,404 miles
  • 2008 – 56,773 miles
  • 2007 – 47,919 miles
  • 2006 – 37,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,622 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside rear and Offside rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,622 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    100,622 miles
    Test number
    235416859342
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,620 miles (+2,765)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,620 miles
    Test number
    234361888766
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,855 miles (+2,606)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    97,855 miles
    Test number
    598184000627
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass95,249 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,249 miles
    Test number
    327879683605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail95,249 miles (+3,826)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,249 miles
    Test number
    833420563345
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass91,423 miles (+3,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,423 miles
    Test number
    145827847141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing slightly unevenly on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass87,485 miles (+3,442)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,485 miles
    Test number
    377775282804
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass84,043 miles (+2,823)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,043 miles
    Test number
    257372181666
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass81,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,220 miles
    Test number
    746874720065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail81,220 miles (+1,481)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,220 miles
    Test number
    960635870901
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass79,739 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,739 miles
    Test number
    791737937238
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and Offside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail79,739 miles (+2,246)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,739 miles
    Test number
    372579745193
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and Offside rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass77,493 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,493 miles
    Test number
    312315576425
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear coil springs corroded

  14. Fail77,493 miles (+2,200)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,493 miles
    Test number
    498516284799
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear coil springs corroded

  15. Pass75,293 miles (+2,340)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,293 miles
    Test number
    610781099753
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass72,953 miles (+555)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,953 miles
    Test number
    730484494939
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge bald (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge bald (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass72,398 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    72,398 miles
    Test number
    551135953010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  18. Fail72,398 miles (+1,600)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,398 miles
    Test number
    182731100456
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  19. Pass70,798 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,798 miles
    Test number
    255876764231
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  20. Fail70,798 miles (+1,257)1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,798 miles
    Test number
    785045264234
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  21. Pass69,541 miles (+1,418)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,541 miles
    Test number
    638340773283
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteSlight play both rack ends

  22. Pass68,123 miles (+7)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,123 miles
    Test number
    178472472202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront discs corroded/worn
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play within steering rack

  23. Fail68,116 miles (+2,873)1 failure4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,116 miles
    Test number
    597420072242
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront discs corroded/worn
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play within steering rack

  24. Pass65,243 miles (+8)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,243 miles
    Test number
    306122871495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear discs lipped
    • NoteSlight play in rack arms

  25. Fail65,235 miles (+1,795)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,235 miles
    Test number
    149253961248
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear discs lipped
    • NoteSlight play in rack arms

  26. Pass63,440 miles (+3,036)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,440 miles
    Test number
    691460450229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn

  27. Pass60,404 miles (+3,631)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,404 miles
    Test number
    712802379281
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass56,773 miles (+8,854)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    824897568269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass47,919 miles (+10,113)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,919 miles
    Test number
    133942437259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    37,806 miles
    Test number
    772183316226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 101 DOP

What vehicle is registration 101 DOP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 101 DOP on a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Jul 1999. 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 101 DOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 101 DOP is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 101 DOP?
The MOT on 101 DOP is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 101 DOP done?
101 DOP was recorded at 100,622 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 3,118 miles a year.
Has 101 DOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 101 DOP has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 101 DOP 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 101 DOP find?
101 DOP passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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