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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,895 cc

L12 PMHMOT history

L12 PMH is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 23,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

L12 PMH silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
23,780 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L12 PMH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L12 PMH was last recorded at 23,780 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,315 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
465 miles
Average per year
663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 23,780 miles
  • 2024 – 23,315 miles
  • 2022 – 22,231 miles
  • 2021 – 21,905 miles
  • 2020 – 21,432 miles
  • 2019 – 20,827 miles
  • 2018 – 19,625 miles
  • 2017 – 19,620 miles
  • 2016 – 19,064 miles
  • 2015 – 18,606 miles
  • 2014 – 17,917 miles
  • 2013 – 17,146 miles
  • 2012 – 16,664 miles
  • 2011 – 16,081 miles
  • 2010 – 14,959 miles
  • 2009 – 13,743 miles
  • 2008 – 13,141 miles
  • 2007 – 11,876 miles
  • 2006 – 11,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,780 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,780 miles (+465)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    23,780 miles
    Test number
    684587230045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass23,315 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    23,315 miles
    Test number
    340446240504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass22,690 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    22,690 miles
    Test number
    865622713626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass22,231 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    22,231 miles
    Test number
    732138202240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass21,905 miles (+473)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    21,905 miles
    Test number
    404948976795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass21,432 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    21,432 miles
    Test number
    751916178081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass20,827 miles (+505)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    20,827 miles
    Test number
    711622369911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass20,322 miles (+697)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    20,322 miles
    Test number
    512225663413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,625 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    19,625 miles
    Test number
    698763792711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail19,620 miles (+556)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,620 miles
    Test number
    162167922295
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
  11. Pass19,064 miles (+458)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    19,064 miles
    Test number
    632920502919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,606 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    18,606 miles
    Test number
    530456836749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,917 miles (+771)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    17,917 miles
    Test number
    546454144346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,146 miles (+482)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    17,146 miles
    Test number
    919706543398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,664 miles (+583)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    16,664 miles
    Test number
    766245132332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  16. Pass16,081 miles (+17)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    16,081 miles
    Test number
    936510241320
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cracks and cuts but cords/ply not visable
  17. Fail16,064 miles (+1,105)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,064 miles
    Test number
    916509131304
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cracks and cuts but cords/ply not visable
  18. Pass14,959 miles (+1,216)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    14,959 miles
    Test number
    294092040381
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSmall splits in all four tyres, cord not visible
  19. Pass13,743 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    13,743 miles
    Test number
    970928539305
    • NoteNumber plates starting to delminat
  20. Fail13,729 miles (+588)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,729 miles
    Test number
    213216039357
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteNumber plates starting to delminat
  21. Pass13,141 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    13,141 miles
    Test number
    104061158301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,876 miles (+719)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    11,876 miles
    Test number
    451504747386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    11,157 miles
    Test number
    674752746330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L12 PMH

Does L12 PMH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L12 PMH is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L12 PMH?
The MOT on L12 PMH is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L12 PMH done?
L12 PMH was recorded at 23,780 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 663 miles a year.
Has L12 PMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L12 PMH has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on L12 PMH 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 L12 PMH find?
L12 PMH passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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