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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

L11 JFBMOT history

L11 JFB is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 50,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

L11 JFB blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
50,920 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 JFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 JFB was last recorded at 50,920 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,915 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,920 miles
  • 2025 – 50,452 miles
  • 2023 – 49,453 miles
  • 2022 – 48,397 miles
  • 2021 – 47,234 miles
  • 2020 – 46,005 miles
  • 2019 – 44,712 miles
  • 2018 – 43,918 miles
  • 2017 – 42,292 miles
  • 2016 – 41,236 miles
  • 2015 – 40,468 miles
  • 2014 – 38,222 miles
  • 2013 – 36,123 miles
  • 2012 – 34,502 miles
  • 2011 – 33,335 miles
  • 2010 – 32,636 miles
  • 2009 – 30,764 miles
  • 2008 – 29,310 miles
  • 2007 – 28,410 miles
  • 2006 – 26,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,920 miles
  • AdvisoryN/S outer sill cover fitted full inspection not possible
  • AdvisoryO/S outer sill cover fitted full inspection not possible

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 Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,920 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    50,920 miles
    Test number
    670070566528
    • AdvisoryN/S outer sill cover fitted full inspection not possible
    • AdvisoryO/S outer sill cover fitted full inspection not possible

  2. Fail50,915 miles (+463)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,915 miles
    Test number
    355342055372
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill cover fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cover fitted not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass50,452 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    50,452 miles
    Test number
    890405792671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass49,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    49,453 miles
    Test number
    183567673758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail49,453 miles (+1,056)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,453 miles
    Test number
    654889740199
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass48,397 miles (+1,163)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,397 miles
    Test number
    167031609421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    47,234 miles
    Test number
    375934711699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail47,234 miles (+1,229)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,234 miles
    Test number
    149794418315
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass46,005 miles (+1,293)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    543006210120
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass44,712 miles (+794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,712 miles
    Test number
    854277934366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass43,918 miles (+1,626)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    43,918 miles
    Test number
    307587418227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass42,292 miles (+1,056)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,292 miles
    Test number
    666747516280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) N/S and O/S
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S and O/S corners (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass41,236 miles (+768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,236 miles
    Test number
    452669923725
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass40,468 miles (+2,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,468 miles
    Test number
    268999465424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  15. Pass38,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    38,222 miles
    Test number
    506460894020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,222 miles (+2,099)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,222 miles
    Test number
    225610594006
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  17. Pass36,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,123 miles
    Test number
    648053293033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,123 miles (+1,621)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,123 miles
    Test number
    547683693076
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass34,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,502 miles
    Test number
    169628982012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,502 miles (+1,167)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,502 miles
    Test number
    717727082023
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass33,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,335 miles
    Test number
    598856071012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,335 miles (+699)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,335 miles
    Test number
    789904171037
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  23. Pass32,636 miles (+1,872)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,636 miles
    Test number
    610116970005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,764 miles (+1,454)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    972916289089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,310 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    29,310 miles
    Test number
    683359528087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,410 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    28,410 miles
    Test number
    920753857059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,959 miles
    Test number
    363113456088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 JFB

Does L11 JFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 JFB is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 JFB?
The MOT on L11 JFB is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 JFB done?
L11 JFB was recorded at 50,920 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 1,197 miles a year.
Has L11 JFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 JFB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 JFB 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 L11 JFB find?
L11 JFB passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: n/s outer sill cover fitted full inspection not possible; o/s outer sill cover fitted full inspection not possible.

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