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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 3,201 cc

40 MXCMOT history

40 MXC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 105,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

40 MXC blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
105,976 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
40 MXC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

40 MXC was last recorded at 105,976 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,942 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
2,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,976 miles
  • 2024 – 105,942 miles
  • 2023 – 105,576 miles
  • 2022 – 104,853 miles
  • 2021 – 103,473 miles
  • 2020 – 101,612 miles
  • 2019 – 100,051 miles
  • 2018 – 98,823 miles
  • 2017 – 97,200 miles
  • 2016 – 95,588 miles
  • 2015 – 92,470 miles
  • 2014 – 91,469 miles
  • 2013 – 88,496 miles
  • 2012 – 86,639 miles
  • 2011 – 82,261 miles
  • 2010 – 78,993 miles
  • 2009 – 75,982 miles
  • 2008 – 68,609 miles
  • 2007 – 61,203 miles
  • 2006 – 46,573 miles
  • 2005 – 46,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,976 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,976 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    105,976 miles
    Test number
    973895790500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,942 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    105,942 miles
    Test number
    886962532928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    105,576 miles
    Test number
    262272527841
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail105,576 miles (+723)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,576 miles
    Test number
    527066541415
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass104,853 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    104,853 miles
    Test number
    409729214349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,473 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    103,473 miles
    Test number
    570297398871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,612 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    101,612 miles
    Test number
    353656983530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,051 miles (+1,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    100,051 miles
    Test number
    977111062585
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass98,823 miles (+1,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    98,823 miles
    Test number
    427238762568
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass97,200 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,200 miles
    Test number
    158354938790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,588 miles (+3,118)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,588 miles
    Test number
    167897117579
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass92,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    92,470 miles
    Test number
    379273375103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,470 miles (+1,001)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,470 miles
    Test number
    777883975151
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass91,469 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,469 miles
    Test number
    645978774128
    • NotePlay in both front steering arms

  15. Fail91,469 miles (+2,973)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,469 miles
    Test number
    885896274113
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in both front steering arms

  16. Pass88,496 miles (+6)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,496 miles
    Test number
    406747173171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on outside edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted not allowing full view to all testable areas

  17. Fail88,490 miles (+1,851)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,490 miles
    Test number
    897882673192
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on outside edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted not allowing full view to all testable areas

  18. Pass86,639 miles (+4,378)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    86,639 miles
    Test number
    748059772173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,261 miles (+3,268)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,261 miles
    Test number
    919625651190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,993 miles (+3,011)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    78,993 miles
    Test number
    210821290470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,982 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,982 miles
    Test number
    601553439248
    • NoteSlight wear to front & rear brake discs

  22. Fail75,982 miles (+7,373)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,982 miles
    Test number
    191963239292
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteSlight wear to front & rear brake discs

  23. Pass68,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    68,609 miles
    Test number
    361107218216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail68,607 miles (+7,404)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,607 miles
    Test number
    750087818280
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass61,203 miles (+14,630)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    61,203 miles
    Test number
    442363317283
    • NoteWipers or sceen needs clean

  26. Pass46,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,573 miles
    Test number
    833453736066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,572 miles (+139)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,572 miles
    Test number
    622433436032
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear

  28. Fail46,433 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,433 miles
    Test number
    322236835325
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  29. Pass46,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    46,433 miles
    Test number
    970176935335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 40 MXC

What vehicle is registration 40 MXC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 40 MXC on a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 Sept 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 40 MXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 40 MXC is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on 40 MXC?
The MOT on 40 MXC is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 40 MXC done?
40 MXC was recorded at 105,976 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 2,989 miles a year.
Has 40 MXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 40 MXC has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on 40 MXC 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 40 MXC find?
40 MXC passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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