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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

8 CESMOT history

8 CES is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 53,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

8 CES blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
53,404 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8 CES
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

8 CES was last recorded at 53,404 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,105 miles · 15 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
299 miles
Average per year
1,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,404 miles
  • 2024 – 53,105 miles
  • 2022 – 51,232 miles
  • 2021 – 50,653 miles
  • 2020 – 50,335 miles
  • 2019 – 49,884 miles
  • 2018 – 49,551 miles
  • 2017 – 48,591 miles
  • 2016 – 46,688 miles
  • 2015 – 46,272 miles
  • 2014 – 41,416 miles
  • 2013 – 39,659 miles
  • 2012 – 39,234 miles
  • 2011 – 38,652 miles
  • 2010 – 36,575 miles
  • 2009 – 29,813 miles
  • 2008 – 23,888 miles
  • 2007 – 20,441 miles
  • 2006 – 15,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,404 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,404 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    53,404 miles
    Test number
    669084284537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass53,105 miles (+1,873)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    53,105 miles
    Test number
    478925991747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass51,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    51,232 miles
    Test number
    188710583162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail51,232 miles (+579)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,232 miles
    Test number
    237313891157
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  5. Pass50,653 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    460567614546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,335 miles
    Test number
    703660119238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail50,335 miles (+451)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,335 miles
    Test number
    560227786359
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass49,884 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,884 miles
    Test number
    817548673658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,551 miles (+960)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,551 miles
    Test number
    310020786595
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring - perishing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Passenger seat belt - twisted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass48,591 miles (+1,903)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,591 miles
    Test number
    398952226271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,688 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,688 miles
    Test number
    428715154465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,272 miles (+4,856)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,272 miles
    Test number
    655399815155
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 2.4mm

  13. Pass41,416 miles (+1,757)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,416 miles
    Test number
    827862914173
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm,rear mountings cracking uo and going soft.
    • NoteCorrosion on both front and rear brake discs.
    • NoteGeneral corrosion on both front and rear suspension and steering components.
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on edges.
    • NoteRear brake pads worn close to wear sensor.

  14. Pass39,659 miles (+425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,659 miles
    Test number
    449558493047
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass39,234 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    39,234 miles
    Test number
    888932382229
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail39,234 miles (+582)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,234 miles
    Test number
    326392782451
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass38,652 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,652 miles
    Test number
    858568671240
    • NoteBrake pipes etc hard to see
    • NoteChip to windscreen
    • NoteFuel cap cracking
    • NotePlay in front lower arm rear bushes

  18. Fail38,652 miles (+2,077)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,652 miles
    Test number
    218076371225
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBrake pipes etc hard to see
    • NoteChip to windscreen
    • NoteFuel cap cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NotePlay in front lower arm rear bushes

  19. Pass36,575 miles (+6,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,575 miles
    Test number
    792196230221
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail29,813 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,813 miles
    Test number
    324179889188
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass29,813 miles (+5,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,813 miles
    Test number
    401949689189
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass23,888 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,888 miles
    Test number
    230992978081
    • NoteSlight play in front ball joints

  23. Fail23,883 miles (+3,442)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,883 miles
    Test number
    140841078065
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in front ball joints

  24. Pass20,441 miles (+4,705)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,441 miles
    Test number
    112823177057
    • NoteSlight play in front balljoints, †front tyres wearing on edges

  25. Pass15,736 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    15,736 miles
    Test number
    110487586444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail15,689 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,689 miles
    Test number
    163810786006
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 8 CES

What vehicle is registration 8 CES currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8 CES on a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Mar 2003. 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 8 CES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 8 CES expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 8 CES?
The MOT on 8 CES expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 8 CES done?
8 CES was recorded at 53,404 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 1,945 miles a year.
Has 8 CES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8 CES has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on 8 CES 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 8 CES find?
8 CES passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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