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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

K40 DAAMOT history

K40 DAA is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 65,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

K40 DAA silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
65,994 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 DAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 DAA was last recorded at 65,994 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,970 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
1,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,994 miles
  • 2025 – 65,503 miles
  • 2024 – 65,135 miles
  • 2023 – 63,930 miles
  • 2021 – 63,748 miles
  • 2020 – 63,152 miles
  • 2019 – 62,627 miles
  • 2018 – 59,404 miles
  • 2017 – 57,907 miles
  • 2016 – 55,903 miles
  • 2015 – 54,835 miles
  • 2014 – 51,191 miles
  • 2013 – 48,990 miles
  • 2012 – 47,414 miles
  • 2011 – 45,722 miles
  • 2010 – 43,552 miles
  • 2009 – 41,904 miles
  • 2008 – 38,713 miles
  • 2007 – 35,993 miles
  • 2006 – 33,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,994 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S (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.

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Fuel tank straps corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,994 miles (+24)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    65,994 miles
    Test number
    220416468966
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail65,970 miles (+78)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,970 miles
    Test number
    977537159104
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front support at gearbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded At steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S and O/S hoses to callipers (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail65,892 miles (+389)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,892 miles
    Test number
    676401046495
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear caliper. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryWear at drivers seat.

  4. Pass65,503 miles (+368)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    65,503 miles
    Test number
    982947036699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,135 miles (+1,205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    65,135 miles
    Test number
    648586118478
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  6. Pass63,930 miles (+182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    63,930 miles
    Test number
    275130329828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre treads getting close to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat slight movement from electric runners

  7. Pass63,748 miles (+596)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    63,748 miles
    Test number
    904925962765
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear shockers corroded

  8. Pass63,152 miles (+525)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    63,152 miles
    Test number
    601250187402
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer deteriorating
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield rattling
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass62,627 miles (+3,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,627 miles
    Test number
    549168917530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill cover/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass59,404 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    59,404 miles
    Test number
    228607309742
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining straps corroded

  11. Fail59,404 miles (+1,497)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,404 miles
    Test number
    885100427191
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining straps corroded

  12. Pass57,907 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,907 miles
    Test number
    685191063179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded

  13. Fail57,907 miles (+2,004)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,907 miles
    Test number
    671064592091
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded

  14. Pass55,903 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,903 miles
    Test number
    162731230618
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  15. Fail55,903 miles (+1,068)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,903 miles
    Test number
    987477765608
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  16. Pass54,835 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,835 miles
    Test number
    408389995018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteFuel tank retaining straps corroded

  17. Fail54,835 miles (+3,644)3 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,835 miles
    Test number
    877983295097
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteFuel tank retaining straps corroded

  18. Pass51,191 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,191 miles
    Test number
    378252794098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded

  19. Fail51,191 miles (+2,201)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,191 miles
    Test number
    279372994086
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded

  20. Pass48,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,990 miles
    Test number
    228245093067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail48,990 miles (+1,576)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,990 miles
    Test number
    718642593098
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass47,414 miles (+1,692)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,414 miles
    Test number
    695376262006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,722 miles (+2,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,722 miles
    Test number
    205510561014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass43,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,552 miles
    Test number
    591892840019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,552 miles (+1,648)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,552 miles
    Test number
    530161340029
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass41,904 miles (+3,191)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,904 miles
    Test number
    661438229005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    38,713 miles
    Test number
    443145728071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail38,713 miles (+2,720)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,713 miles
    Test number
    360404228067
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass35,993 miles (+2,462)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,993 miles
    Test number
    713860917057
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges. N/S/F: 2-3mm, O/S/F: 3-4mm

  30. Pass33,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    564118016088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail33,531 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    323728516023
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about K40 DAA

Does K40 DAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 DAA is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 DAA?
The MOT on K40 DAA is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 DAA done?
K40 DAA was recorded at 65,994 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 1,583 miles a year.
Has K40 DAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 DAA has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 DAA 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 K40 DAA find?
K40 DAA passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s); front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 5 more.

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