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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

L111 SRFMOT history

L111 SRF is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 88,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

L111 SRF black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,346 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 SRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
26 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 SRF was last recorded at 88,346 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 2,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,676 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,670 miles
Average per year
1,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,346 miles
  • 2025 – 85,676 miles
  • 2024 – 82,506 miles
  • 2023 – 81,145 miles
  • 2022 – 79,380 miles
  • 2021 – 77,181 miles
  • 2020 – 75,165 miles
  • 2019 – 72,560 miles
  • 2018 – 69,788 miles
  • 2017 – 66,783 miles
  • 2016 – 63,589 miles
  • 2015 – 59,568 miles
  • 2014 – 56,401 miles
  • 2013 – 54,802 miles
  • 2012 – 52,866 miles
  • 2011 – 50,812 miles
  • 2010 – 50,076 miles
  • 2009 – 49,918 miles
  • 2008 – 49,599 miles
  • 2007 – 49,232 miles
  • 2006 – 48,537 miles
  • 2005 – 47,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,346 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outersills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyres deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,346 miles (+2,670)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,346 miles
    Test number
    846699917290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,676 miles (+3,170)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    85,676 miles
    Test number
    167914037031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,506 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,506 miles
    Test number
    890891798979
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sill to floor areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail82,506 miles (+1,361)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,506 miles
    Test number
    797427645557
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sill to floor areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,145 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    81,145 miles
    Test number
    254375582144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outersills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail81,145 miles (+1,765)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,145 miles
    Test number
    799333860886
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outersills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,380 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    515317478047
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail79,380 miles (+2,199)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    977632921781
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass77,181 miles (+2,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    77,181 miles
    Test number
    319464278068
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,165 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,165 miles
    Test number
    600220190181
    • AdvisoryTyres deteriorated.

  11. Fail75,123 miles (+2,563)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,123 miles
    Test number
    275809446940
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyres deteriorated.

  12. Pass72,560 miles (+2,772)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,560 miles
    Test number
    704274066275
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass69,788 miles (+3,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,788 miles
    Test number
    700934327414
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass66,783 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,783 miles
    Test number
    769570907462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,589 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    63,589 miles
    Test number
    249820357172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail63,587 miles (+4,019)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,587 miles
    Test number
    632103418718
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from 3 way union (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass59,568 miles (+3,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,568 miles
    Test number
    459078427158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass56,401 miles (+1,599)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,401 miles
    Test number
    698058024220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,802 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,802 miles
    Test number
    896447923260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,866 miles (+2,054)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,866 miles
    Test number
    865983312225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,812 miles (+736)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,812 miles
    Test number
    985271631220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,076 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,076 miles
    Test number
    584155430269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,918 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,918 miles
    Test number
    761859209221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,599 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,599 miles
    Test number
    430183938292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,232 miles (+695)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,232 miles
    Test number
    130185727211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass48,537 miles (+760)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    48,537 miles
    Test number
    141183116275
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteVehicle newly undersealed .

  27. Pass47,777 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    47,777 miles
    Test number
    383018435263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail47,757 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,757 miles
    Test number
    893565235293
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L111 SRF

Does L111 SRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L111 SRF is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L111 SRF?
The MOT on L111 SRF is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L111 SRF done?
L111 SRF was recorded at 88,346 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 1,929 miles a year.
Has L111 SRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 SRF has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L111 SRF 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 L111 SRF find?
L111 SRF passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 14 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 11 more.

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