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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

12 MDCMOT history

12 MDC is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 8 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 59,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

12 MDC silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
59,598 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
12 MDC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
8 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

12 MDC was last recorded at 59,598 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,142 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
456 miles
Average per year
1,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,598 miles
  • 2025 – 59,142 miles
  • 2024 – 58,761 miles
  • 2023 – 58,544 miles
  • 2022 – 57,660 miles
  • 2021 – 56,488 miles
  • 2020 – 55,994 miles
  • 2019 – 55,140 miles
  • 2018 – 55,115 miles
  • 2017 – 52,588 miles
  • 2016 – 51,627 miles
  • 2014 – 50,229 miles
  • 2012 – 45,811 miles
  • 2011 – 41,749 miles
  • 2010 – 36,060 miles
  • 2009 – 34,218 miles
  • 2008 – 30,051 miles
  • 2007 – 26,546 miles
  • 2006 – 22,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,598 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,598 miles (+456)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    59,598 miles
    Test number
    214907295111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,142 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    59,142 miles
    Test number
    743179498299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail59,141 miles (+380)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,141 miles
    Test number
    978063445387
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass58,761 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    58,761 miles
    Test number
    843948282286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail58,761 miles (+217)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,761 miles
    Test number
    824644807713
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass58,544 miles (+884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    58,544 miles
    Test number
    430254517601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass57,660 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    57,660 miles
    Test number
    576216883866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security light corrosion to outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail57,660 miles (+1,172)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,660 miles
    Test number
    122434866042
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security light corrosion to outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 2 pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass56,488 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,488 miles
    Test number
    328772847323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount. (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail56,488 miles (+494)1 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,488 miles
    Test number
    549365715836
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount. (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass55,994 miles (+854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,994 miles
    Test number
    440128826346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass55,140 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    55,140 miles
    Test number
    506872320739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail55,130 miles (+15)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,130 miles
    Test number
    722820260788
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass55,115 miles (+2,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,115 miles
    Test number
    538121844620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass52,588 miles (+961)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,588 miles
    Test number
    951492304652
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass51,627 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,627 miles
    Test number
    794917247424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both slight (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail51,621 miles (+1,392)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,621 miles
    Test number
    434928089267
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both slight (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass50,229 miles (+1,072)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,229 miles
    Test number
    337566744360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass49,157 miles (+3,346)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,157 miles
    Test number
    605262904079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,811 miles (+4,062)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    45,811 miles
    Test number
    806766542347
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  21. Pass41,749 miles (+3,512)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,749 miles
    Test number
    487515451381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,237 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,237 miles
    Test number
    219752061043
    • NoteLight misting of oil on o.s.f shocker
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded

  23. Pass38,237 miles (+2,177)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,237 miles
    Test number
    379492861029
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteLight misting of oil on n.s.f shock absorber

  24. Pass36,060 miles (+1,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,060 miles
    Test number
    332627760004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass34,218 miles (+4,167)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,218 miles
    Test number
    323293469070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on eadges

  26. Pass30,051 miles (+3,505)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,051 miles
    Test number
    330839858058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,546 miles (+4,216)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,546 miles
    Test number
    150565967422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,330 miles
    Test number
    674005866073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 12 MDC

What vehicle is registration 12 MDC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 12 MDC on a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 8 Mar 2000. 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 12 MDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 12 MDC is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 12 MDC?
The MOT on 12 MDC is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 12 MDC done?
12 MDC was recorded at 59,598 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 1,851 miles a year.
Has 12 MDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 12 MDC has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on 12 MDC 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 12 MDC find?
12 MDC passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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