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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

L100 APGMOT history

L100 APG is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 111,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

L100 APG blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
111,924 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L100 APG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L100 APG was last recorded at 111,924 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,891 miles · 18 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
1,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,924 miles
  • 2024 – 111,725 miles
  • 2023 – 111,546 miles
  • 2022 – 111,090 miles
  • 2021 – 110,568 miles
  • 2018 – 110,021 miles
  • 2017 – 108,868 miles
  • 2016 – 107,751 miles
  • 2015 – 106,334 miles
  • 2014 – 105,355 miles
  • 2013 – 103,245 miles
  • 2012 – 98,322 miles
  • 2011 – 94,948 miles
  • 2010 – 91,190 miles
  • 2009 – 86,893 miles
  • 2008 – 83,303 miles
  • 2007 – 78,542 miles
  • 2006 – 75,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,924 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in nearside rear axle bushRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,924 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    111,924 miles
    Test number
    569639077855
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside rear axle bush

  2. Fail111,891 miles (+166)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,891 miles
    Test number
    241169108314
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside rear axle bush

  3. Pass111,725 miles (+179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    111,725 miles
    Test number
    944800195671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass111,546 miles (+126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    111,546 miles
    Test number
    433250878972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail111,420 miles (+330)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,420 miles
    Test number
    733875439155
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass111,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,090 miles
    Test number
    192299994431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail110,994 miles (+426)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,994 miles
    Test number
    999324754523
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass110,568 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,568 miles
    Test number
    275779666973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail110,568 miles (+547)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,568 miles
    Test number
    447086601868
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass110,021 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    110,021 miles
    Test number
    696390388806
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNear side outer sill in poor condition

  11. Fail110,021 miles (+1,153)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,021 miles
    Test number
    336152249834
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNear side outer sill in poor condition

  12. Pass108,868 miles (+1,117)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    108,868 miles
    Test number
    887428571466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass107,751 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    107,751 miles
    Test number
    735978525885
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail107,742 miles (+1,408)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,742 miles
    Test number
    284096026412
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass106,334 miles (+45)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    106,334 miles
    Test number
    789057655190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail106,289 miles (+934)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,289 miles
    Test number
    228753145410
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass105,355 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,355 miles
    Test number
    599716684119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail105,341 miles (+2,096)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,341 miles
    Test number
    416502874173
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass103,245 miles (+4,923)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,245 miles
    Test number
    986885943145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail98,322 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,322 miles
    Test number
    215477042455
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass98,322 miles (+3,374)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,322 miles
    Test number
    656617742118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass94,948 miles (+3,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,948 miles
    Test number
    287979651187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass91,190 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,190 miles
    Test number
    610439060122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Fail91,190 miles (+4,297)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,190 miles
    Test number
    333940860141
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass86,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,893 miles
    Test number
    452488949135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail86,893 miles (+3,590)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,893 miles
    Test number
    263898549154
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Pass83,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    83,303 miles
    Test number
    202902868139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail83,303 miles (+4,761)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,303 miles
    Test number
    172467858183
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass78,542 miles (+3,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    78,542 miles
    Test number
    644183867100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  30. Pass75,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    75,220 miles
    Test number
    624872946277
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about L100 APG

Does L100 APG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L100 APG is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L100 APG?
The MOT on L100 APG is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L100 APG done?
L100 APG was recorded at 111,924 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 1,868 miles a year.
Has L100 APG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L100 APG has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L100 APG 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 L100 APG find?
L100 APG passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: play in nearside rear axle bush.

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