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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

JCA 554MOT history

JCA 554 is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

JCA 554 silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
92,141 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
JCA 554
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
4 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

JCA 554 was last recorded at 92,141 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,140 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,141 miles
  • 2025 – 92,015 miles
  • 2024 – 91,847 miles
  • 2023 – 91,809 miles
  • 2022 – 91,544 miles
  • 2021 – 91,427 miles
  • 2019 – 90,885 miles
  • 2018 – 90,375 miles
  • 2017 – 89,799 miles
  • 2016 – 89,154 miles
  • 2015 – 88,785 miles
  • 2014 – 88,230 miles
  • 2013 – 86,829 miles
  • 2012 – 85,479 miles
  • 2011 – 84,530 miles
  • 2010 – 81,557 miles
  • 2009 – 81,419 miles
  • 2008 – 77,416 miles
  • 2007 – 72,864 miles
  • 2006 – 66,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,141 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases TAIL BOX SILENCER IN BAD CONDITION AND SLIGHTLY LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,141 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    92,141 miles
    Test number
    451903464541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,140 miles (+125)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,140 miles
    Test number
    999242442126
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn upper shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre rubbing on full lock
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn upper shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,015 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,015 miles
    Test number
    199655877029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail92,013 miles (+166)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,013 miles
    Test number
    861292241559
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass91,847 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    91,847 miles
    Test number
    802924868900
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass91,809 miles (+265)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,809 miles
    Test number
    779166024541
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass91,544 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,544 miles
    Test number
    819016305764
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases TAIL BOX SILENCER IN BAD CONDITION AND SLIGHTLY LEAKING (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail91,543 miles (+116)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,543 miles
    Test number
    691016885134
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases TAIL BOX SILENCER IN BAD CONDITION AND SLIGHTLY LEAKING (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass91,427 miles (+542)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    91,427 miles
    Test number
    601141373374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe to junction box (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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 Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass90,885 miles (+510)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,885 miles
    Test number
    529409318126
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted . Unable to inspect some components.

  11. Pass90,375 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,375 miles
    Test number
    716836512045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,799 miles (+645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,799 miles
    Test number
    128992483581
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass89,154 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,154 miles
    Test number
    374479371234
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  14. Fail89,144 miles (+359)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,144 miles
    Test number
    816765188165
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  15. Pass88,785 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,785 miles
    Test number
    506690305161
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • NoteHaedlamp aim slightly low
    • NoteHazard switch damaged but still operational
    • NoteOffside and nearside outer sills corroded at rear
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  16. Fail88,785 miles (+555)1 repaired2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,785 miles
    Test number
    608290105142
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • NoteHaedlamp aim slightly low
    • NoteHazard switch damaged but still operational
    • NoteOffside and nearside outer sills corroded at rear
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  17. Pass88,230 miles (+1,401)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,230 miles
    Test number
    559322394042
    • NoteAuxilory drivebelt cracking slightly
    • NoteFront wipers slightly streaky
    • NoteRear brake hose ferrules slightly corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads slightly worn
    • NoteSlight play in offside front lower floating ball joint bush
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
    • NoteStone chip outside zone 'A' less than 40 mm diameter
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass86,829 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    86,829 miles
    Test number
    839007283028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  19. Fail86,829 miles (+1,350)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,829 miles
    Test number
    239591183041
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  20. Pass85,479 miles (+949)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    85,479 miles
    Test number
    198683892064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass84,530 miles (+2,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,530 miles
    Test number
    778777381085
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass81,557 miles (+138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    81,557 miles
    Test number
    994244280099
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass81,419 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,419 miles
    Test number
    773514789094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  24. Fail81,419 miles (+4,003)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,419 miles
    Test number
    120559279064
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  25. Pass77,416 miles (+4,552)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,416 miles
    Test number
    183243998027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,864 miles (+6,230)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    72,864 miles
    Test number
    802938687085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass66,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,634 miles
    Test number
    532996686062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about JCA 554

What vehicle is registration JCA 554 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show JCA 554 on a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Apr 1997. 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 JCA 554 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on JCA 554 is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on JCA 554?
The MOT on JCA 554 is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has JCA 554 done?
JCA 554 was recorded at 92,141 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 1,261 miles a year.
Has JCA 554 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. JCA 554 has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on JCA 554 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 JCA 554 find?
JCA 554 passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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