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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

K30 SUDMOT history

K30 SUD is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

K30 SUD black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
85,719 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 SUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 SUD was last recorded at 85,719 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,415 miles · 4 May 2023
Between the last two tests
304 miles
Average per year
2,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,719 miles
  • 2023 – 85,415 miles
  • 2021 – 84,839 miles
  • 2020 – 84,715 miles
  • 2018 – 84,018 miles
  • 2017 – 81,466 miles
  • 2016 – 78,024 miles
  • 2015 – 75,917 miles
  • 2014 – 73,975 miles
  • 2013 – 72,349 miles
  • 2012 – 71,172 miles
  • 2011 – 69,380 miles
  • 2010 – 67,580 miles
  • 2009 – 63,234 miles
  • 2008 – 49,136 miles
  • 2007 – 45,892 miles
  • 2006 – 41,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,719 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass85,719 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    85,719 miles
    Test number
    121154528087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,415 miles (+576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,415 miles
    Test number
    911791166889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass84,839 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,839 miles
    Test number
    171482776485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,715 miles (+697)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    526154614174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,018 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,018 miles
    Test number
    868670625565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,466 miles
    Test number
    721264959841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,466 miles (+3,442)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,466 miles
    Test number
    964312226072
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
  8. Pass78,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,024 miles
    Test number
    198035993993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,018 miles (+2,101)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,018 miles
    Test number
    876869567068
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  10. Pass75,917 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,917 miles
    Test number
    508335515234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,975 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    73,975 miles
    Test number
    547769434234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,968 miles (+1,619)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,968 miles
    Test number
    558611534277
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass72,349 miles (+1,177)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    72,349 miles
    Test number
    157533833253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,172 miles (+1,792)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,172 miles
    Test number
    357998322495
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight damage offside rear tyre wall
  15. Pass69,380 miles (+1,800)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    69,380 miles
    Test number
    765044741291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,580 miles (+4,346)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    67,580 miles
    Test number
    712757630297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,234 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,234 miles
    Test number
    311903149449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,229 miles (+14,093)5 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,229 miles
    Test number
    900751949235
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  19. Pass49,136 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,136 miles
    Test number
    564593398176
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  20. Fail49,130 miles (+3,238)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,130 miles
    Test number
    531923288197
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass45,892 miles (+4,622)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,892 miles
    Test number
    653616907111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    41,270 miles
    Test number
    272717696027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K30 SUD

Does K30 SUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 SUD is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 SUD?
The MOT on K30 SUD is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 SUD done?
K30 SUD was recorded at 85,719 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 2,231 miles a year.
Has K30 SUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 SUD has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on K30 SUD 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 K30 SUD find?
K30 SUD passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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