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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

L13 EFBMOT history

L13 EFB is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 82,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

L13 EFB silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
82,725 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 EFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 EFB was last recorded at 82,725 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,231 miles · 7 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
494 miles
Average per year
2,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,725 miles
  • 2023 – 82,231 miles
  • 2022 – 81,428 miles
  • 2018 – 81,426 miles
  • 2017 – 80,667 miles
  • 2016 – 79,968 miles
  • 2015 – 75,928 miles
  • 2014 – 70,515 miles
  • 2013 – 67,487 miles
  • 2012 – 63,137 miles
  • 2011 – 58,370 miles
  • 2010 – 54,159 miles
  • 2009 – 49,608 miles
  • 2008 – 45,771 miles
  • 2007 – 41,340 miles
  • 2006 – 36,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,725 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front floor to sill corroding
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryO/s/r and n/s/r sill backings corroding

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,725 miles (+494)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    82,725 miles
    Test number
    814513580997
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor to sill corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r and n/s/r sill backings corroding

  2. Pass82,231 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    82,231 miles
    Test number
    763389578141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail82,213 miles (+785)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,213 miles
    Test number
    562756855076
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass81,428 miles (+2)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,428 miles
    Test number
    168275013456
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCharge light on

  5. Fail81,426 miles (+759)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,426 miles
    Test number
    270737265771
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel offside and nearside (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass80,667 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,667 miles
    Test number
    857859190271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Fail80,627 miles (+659)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,627 miles
    Test number
    533194754573
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass79,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,968 miles
    Test number
    442429436248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,968 miles (+4,040)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,968 miles
    Test number
    219445871935
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass75,928 miles (+5,413)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,928 miles
    Test number
    466284955010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect brake pipes due to being covered in grease

  11. Pass70,515 miles (+3,028)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,515 miles
    Test number
    876031134061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail67,487 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,487 miles
    Test number
    157363443046
    • Repaired at testBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass67,487 miles (+4,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    67,487 miles
    Test number
    328243943086
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass63,137 miles (+4,767)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    63,137 miles
    Test number
    227105052064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,370 miles
    Test number
    265664531051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,370 miles (+4,211)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,370 miles
    Test number
    999474831082
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  17. Pass54,159 miles (+4,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    54,159 miles
    Test number
    803559240004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,608 miles
    Test number
    471291059080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,608 miles (+3,837)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,608 miles
    Test number
    644781059022
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass45,771 miles (+4,431)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    45,771 miles
    Test number
    932345538091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,340 miles (+4,839)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    41,340 miles
    Test number
    991806437052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass36,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,501 miles
    Test number
    160778956421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 EFB

Does L13 EFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 EFB is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 EFB?
The MOT on L13 EFB is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 EFB done?
L13 EFB was recorded at 82,725 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 2,279 miles a year.
Has L13 EFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 EFB has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L13 EFB 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 L13 EFB find?
L13 EFB passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush, and 4 more.

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