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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

F3 PMBMOT history

F3 PMB is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 119,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

F3 PMB black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
119,569 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 PMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 PMB was last recorded at 119,569 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,518 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
1,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,569 miles
  • 2025 – 119,518 miles
  • 2024 – 119,424 miles
  • 2023 – 119,314 miles
  • 2022 – 119,062 miles
  • 2021 – 118,466 miles
  • 2016 – 118,465 miles
  • 2015 – 118,146 miles
  • 2014 – 117,499 miles
  • 2013 – 117,041 miles
  • 2012 – 116,375 miles
  • 2011 – 115,473 miles
  • 2010 – 114,393 miles
  • 2009 – 110,921 miles
  • 2008 – 106,982 miles
  • 2007 – 99,845 miles
  • 2006 – 92,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,569 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Box has a slight blow on it. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Hole in Passenger front Outer Sill
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower Steering Pipes corroded

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front outer sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,569 miles (+51)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    119,569 miles
    Test number
    532799904866
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Box has a slight blow on it. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hole in Passenger front Outer Sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower Steering Pipes corroded

  2. Pass119,518 miles (+94)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,518 miles
    Test number
    570800255314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass119,424 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    119,424 miles
    Test number
    869057845604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Fail119,424 miles (+110)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,424 miles
    Test number
    671496178429
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  5. Pass119,314 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    119,314 miles
    Test number
    303219745330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Fail119,314 miles (+252)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,314 miles
    Test number
    505289888698
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass119,062 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    119,062 miles
    Test number
    537343472293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail119,062 miles (+596)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,062 miles
    Test number
    924403511625
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass118,466 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    118,466 miles
    Test number
    274475909915
    • AdvisoryAll Suspension Components front & rear corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear Brake Discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake Pipes corroded , but greased up on inspection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMiddle Section Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass118,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    118,465 miles
    Test number
    648408287285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,465 miles (+319)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,465 miles
    Test number
    674877458598
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre out of shape

  12. Pass118,146 miles (+647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    118,146 miles
    Test number
    536960965117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass117,499 miles (+458)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    117,499 miles
    Test number
    459144354102
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre aged and cracking
    • NotePower steering pipe corroded

  14. Pass117,041 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    117,041 miles
    Test number
    269741453135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,040 miles (+665)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,040 miles
    Test number
    909468743152
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine warning light illuminated engine mis-firing

  16. Pass116,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    116,375 miles
    Test number
    538275142142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail116,375 miles (+902)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,375 miles
    Test number
    537919332163
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass115,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    115,473 miles
    Test number
    848507341125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail115,743 miles (+1,350)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,743 miles
    Test number
    235937141434
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteElectrical wiring damaged/contaminated
    • NoteMil lamp lit

  20. Pass114,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    114,393 miles
    Test number
    233398930127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail114,393 miles (+3,472)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,393 miles
    Test number
    680218830132
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass110,921 miles (+3,939)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    110,921 miles
    Test number
    472399839125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    106,982 miles
    Test number
    202733848139
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail106,982 miles (+7,137)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,982 miles
    Test number
    511840748174
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass99,845 miles (+7,795)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    99,845 miles
    Test number
    413770137159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass92,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    92,050 miles
    Test number
    632950716122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 PMB

Does F3 PMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 PMB is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 PMB?
The MOT on F3 PMB is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 PMB done?
F3 PMB was recorded at 119,569 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 1,358 miles a year.
Has F3 PMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 PMB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on F3 PMB 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 F3 PMB find?
F3 PMB passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box has a slight blow on it.; nearside front hole in passenger front outer sill; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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