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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

K8 SRKMOT history

K8 SRK is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 6 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

K8 SRK silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
87,013 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 SRK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 SRK was last recorded at 87,013 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,012 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,013 miles
  • 2024 – 85,702 miles
  • 2023 – 83,977 miles
  • 2022 – 82,563 miles
  • 2021 – 80,697 miles
  • 2020 – 78,897 miles
  • 2019 – 77,761 miles
  • 2018 – 75,149 miles
  • 2017 – 72,240 miles
  • 2016 – 71,860 miles
  • 2015 – 70,151 miles
  • 2014 – 67,461 miles
  • 2013 – 64,763 miles
  • 2012 – 60,847 miles
  • 2011 – 57,337 miles
  • 2010 – 53,204 miles
  • 2009 – 47,761 miles
  • 2008 – 44,005 miles
  • 2007 – 40,731 miles
  • 2006 – 36,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,013 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentre brake light not workingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,013 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    87,013 miles
    Test number
    793556878376
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working

  2. Fail87,012 miles (+1,310)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,012 miles
    Test number
    552693703592
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working

  3. Pass85,702 miles (+1,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,702 miles
    Test number
    744831921885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass83,977 miles (+1,414)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,977 miles
    Test number
    897274515488
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very poor/worn. recommend replacing. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass82,563 miles (+1,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,563 miles
    Test number
    923466082211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass80,697 miles (+1,800)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,697 miles
    Test number
    573471878309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,897 miles (+1,136)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,897 miles
    Test number
    229187563971
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass77,761 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,761 miles
    Test number
    345264858719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,743 miles (+2,594)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,743 miles
    Test number
    722052795698
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    75,149 miles
    Test number
    867207083906
    • AdvisoryVarious parts and places have slight surface corrosion

  11. Fail75,148 miles (+2,908)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,148 miles
    Test number
    921858663349
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious parts and places have slight surface corrosion

  12. Pass72,240 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    72,240 miles
    Test number
    498950506954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    71,860 miles
    Test number
    276643174952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,860 miles (+1,709)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,860 miles
    Test number
    484237189796
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass70,151 miles (+2,690)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    70,151 miles
    Test number
    967593696507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,461 miles (+2,698)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,461 miles
    Test number
    865335394200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,763 miles (+3,916)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,763 miles
    Test number
    108452503396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,847 miles (+3,510)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,847 miles
    Test number
    545784502381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low

  19. Pass57,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,337 miles
    Test number
    606320381234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,337 miles (+4,133)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,337 miles
    Test number
    565249771282
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass53,204 miles (+5,443)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,204 miles
    Test number
    121332290272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,761 miles (+3,756)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,761 miles
    Test number
    563161989257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,005 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,005 miles
    Test number
    743499358293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,731 miles (+3,997)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,731 miles
    Test number
    830744817271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,734 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,734 miles
    Test number
    603568806257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre low

Questions about K8 SRK

Does K8 SRK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 SRK is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K8 SRK?
The MOT on K8 SRK is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 SRK done?
K8 SRK was recorded at 87,013 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 2,600 miles a year.
Has K8 SRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 SRK has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 SRK 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 K8 SRK find?
K8 SRK passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front lower steering linkage ball joint has slight play; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play; centre brake light not working.

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