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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

C6 BULMOT history

C6 BUL is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 17 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 128,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

C6 BUL black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
128,003 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 BUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 BUL was last recorded at 128,003 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,212 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
791 miles
Average per year
3,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,003 miles
  • 2025 – 127,212 miles
  • 2024 – 126,245 miles
  • 2023 – 125,338 miles
  • 2022 – 123,902 miles
  • 2021 – 123,090 miles
  • 2020 – 120,269 miles
  • 2019 – 117,694 miles
  • 2018 – 115,296 miles
  • 2017 – 112,696 miles
  • 2016 – 111,003 miles
  • 2015 – 106,355 miles
  • 2014 – 104,614 miles
  • 2013 – 97,810 miles
  • 2012 – 90,342 miles
  • 2011 – 83,467 miles
  • 2010 – 76,063 miles
  • 2009 – 72,552 miles
  • 2008 – 67,941 miles
  • 2007 – 64,464 miles
  • 2006 – 59,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,003 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,003 miles (+791)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    128,003 miles
    Test number
    506405200604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass127,212 miles (+967)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    127,212 miles
    Test number
    601055020142
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,245 miles (+907)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    126,245 miles
    Test number
    453695935043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass125,338 miles (+1,436)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    125,338 miles
    Test number
    485634265317
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass123,902 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,902 miles
    Test number
    257190302421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,090 miles (+2,821)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    123,090 miles
    Test number
    752944351077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  7. Pass120,269 miles (+2,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    120,269 miles
    Test number
    804039976594
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  8. Pass117,694 miles (+2,398)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    117,694 miles
    Test number
    531640017430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  9. Pass115,296 miles (+2,600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,296 miles
    Test number
    430686497416
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass112,696 miles (+1,693)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    112,696 miles
    Test number
    180137057330
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Pass111,003 miles (+4,648)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    111,003 miles
    Test number
    869193873680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass106,355 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,355 miles
    Test number
    677673415248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,614 miles (+6,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    104,614 miles
    Test number
    157454344207
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass97,810 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,810 miles
    Test number
    528253003318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,799 miles (+7,457)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,799 miles
    Test number
    985401103373
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail90,342 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,342 miles
    Test number
    306349272297
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass90,342 miles (+6,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    90,342 miles
    Test number
    818079972207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass83,467 miles (+7,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    83,467 miles
    Test number
    485718101306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass76,063 miles (+3,511)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    76,063 miles
    Test number
    753710180220
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing
    • NoteN/s rear coil spring rusting
    • NoteO/s rear coil spring rusting

  20. Pass72,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    72,552 miles
    Test number
    721949779290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,552 miles (+4,611)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,552 miles
    Test number
    601508879235
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass67,941 miles (+3,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    67,941 miles
    Test number
    370525258254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass64,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    64,464 miles
    Test number
    984607447214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,464 miles (+4,634)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,464 miles
    Test number
    422164047266
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes starting to rust †nearside rear brake pipe starting to rust †front discs wearing †very slight movement in lower ball joints †coil springs rusty

  25. Pass59,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    59,830 miles
    Test number
    323900056402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C6 BUL

Does C6 BUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C6 BUL is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on C6 BUL?
The MOT on C6 BUL is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C6 BUL done?
C6 BUL was recorded at 128,003 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 3,455 miles a year.
Has C6 BUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 BUL has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2013.
Has the mileage on C6 BUL 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 C6 BUL find?
C6 BUL passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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