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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

J66 DUKMOT history

J66 DUK is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 63,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

J66 DUK black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
63,623 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 DUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 DUK was last recorded at 63,623 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,406 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
217 miles
Average per year
1,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,623 miles
  • 2025 – 63,406 miles
  • 2024 – 62,916 miles
  • 2023 – 62,461 miles
  • 2022 – 61,127 miles
  • 2021 – 60,683 miles
  • 2020 – 60,566 miles
  • 2016 – 60,364 miles
  • 2015 – 60,141 miles
  • 2014 – 59,097 miles
  • 2013 – 54,857 miles
  • 2012 – 50,770 miles
  • 2011 – 46,986 miles
  • 2010 – 41,521 miles
  • 2008 – 39,362 miles
  • 2007 – 35,825 miles
  • 2006 – 32,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,623 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose , not in correct support bracket.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass63,623 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    63,623 miles
    Test number
    979193115533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose , not in correct support bracket.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail63,621 miles (+215)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,621 miles
    Test number
    961775831078
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose , not in correct support bracket.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass63,406 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    587063720695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose, not secured correctly.
    • 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 pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail63,406 miles (+490)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    934893559966
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose, not secured correctly.
    • 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 pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass62,916 miles (+455)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    62,916 miles
    Test number
    278321263929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass62,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,461 miles
    Test number
    270294438452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail62,461 miles (+1,334)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,461 miles
    Test number
    568044063112
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass61,127 miles (+444)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,127 miles
    Test number
    425545124565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,683 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    60,683 miles
    Test number
    608364157103
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail60,683 miles (+117)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,683 miles
    Test number
    176360429518
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass60,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    60,566 miles
    Test number
    558236353398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,566 miles (+202)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,566 miles
    Test number
    778047761342
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass60,364 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,364 miles
    Test number
    255805210569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,141 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,141 miles
    Test number
    506648465169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,097 miles
    Test number
    238872134424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,097 miles (+4,240)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,097 miles
    Test number
    506592634110
    • Repaired at testNearside 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)
    • Repaired at testOffside 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)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass54,857 miles (+4,087)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,857 miles
    Test number
    285497133114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,770 miles
    Test number
    389860052160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,770 miles (+3,784)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,770 miles
    Test number
    146469842194
    • 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 Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass46,986 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,986 miles
    Test number
    706184141152
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf headlight has slight damage

  21. Fail46,986 miles (+5,465)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,986 miles
    Test number
    809694741181
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf headlight has slight damage

  22. Pass41,521 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,521 miles
    Test number
    233754840426
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  23. Fail41,521 miles (+2,159)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,521 miles
    Test number
    490389830101
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass39,362 miles (+3,537)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,362 miles
    Test number
    552335678215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,825 miles (+3,816)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,825 miles
    Test number
    992742317284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,009 miles
    Test number
    693727186111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J66 DUK

Does J66 DUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 DUK is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J66 DUK?
The MOT on J66 DUK is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 DUK done?
J66 DUK was recorded at 63,623 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 1,565 miles a year.
Has J66 DUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 DUK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on J66 DUK 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 J66 DUK find?
J66 DUK passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front brake hose , not in correct support bracket.; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 7 more.

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