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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,246 cc

L21 BBAMOT history

L21 BBA is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 2 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 138,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

L21 BBA blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
138,952 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 BBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 BBA was last recorded at 138,952 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,912 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
3,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,952 miles
  • 2025 – 138,912 miles
  • 2023 – 138,873 miles
  • 2022 – 134,862 miles
  • 2021 – 131,030 miles
  • 2019 – 128,195 miles
  • 2018 – 125,487 miles
  • 2015 – 124,602 miles
  • 2014 – 119,978 miles
  • 2013 – 116,943 miles
  • 2011 – 108,883 miles
  • 2010 – 102,258 miles
  • 2009 – 96,067 miles
  • 2008 – 87,559 miles
  • 2007 – 78,603 miles
  • 2006 – 66,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,952 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,952 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    138,952 miles
    Test number
    528835054196
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass138,912 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    138,912 miles
    Test number
    281415329212
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail138,908 miles (+35)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,908 miles
    Test number
    722959822633
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both main runs rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside front outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,873 miles (+4,011)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    138,873 miles
    Test number
    581801675957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass134,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,862 miles
    Test number
    779374698954
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail134,862 miles (+3,832)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,862 miles
    Test number
    532786483114
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass131,030 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    131,030 miles
    Test number
    495430606067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail131,030 miles (+2,835)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,030 miles
    Test number
    649118738849
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass128,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    128,195 miles
    Test number
    393773053242
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail128,195 miles (+2,708)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,195 miles
    Test number
    100743567966
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass125,487 miles (+885)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,487 miles
    Test number
    429583516016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass124,602 miles (+4,624)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,602 miles
    Test number
    302367869941
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySome play in inner steering rack ball-joints.
    • AdvisorySuspension coil springs corroded front and rear.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays prevent complete exam. of some testable items
    • AdvisoryAll rigid metal brake pipes show signs of corrosion.

  13. Pass119,978 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    119,978 miles
    Test number
    868997324233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak from engine area

  14. Fail119,978 miles (+7)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,978 miles
    Test number
    587061524217
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak from engine area

  15. Fail119,971 miles (+3,028)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,971 miles
    Test number
    479078094040
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSome corrosion of rear transverse brake pipe.

  16. Pass116,943 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    116,943 miles
    Test number
    429091073092
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag lamp illuminated.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail116,941 miles (+8,058)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,941 miles
    Test number
    755417063079
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag lamp illuminated.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass108,883 miles (+6,625)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    108,883 miles
    Test number
    845548301275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteTwo segments of centre stop lamp not working.

  19. Pass102,258 miles (+6,191)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    102,258 miles
    Test number
    872674130183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight play offside inner track rod joint or rack and pinion.

  20. Pass96,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    96,067 miles
    Test number
    440793819133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail96,067 miles (+8,508)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,067 miles
    Test number
    454113719137
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass87,559 miles (+8,956)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    87,559 miles
    Test number
    241885018155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,603 miles (+11,668)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    78,603 miles
    Test number
    244281787009
    • NoteSlight damage to engine undershield.

  24. Pass66,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,935 miles
    Test number
    152623576421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,935 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,935 miles
    Test number
    464368066085
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about L21 BBA

Does L21 BBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 BBA is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 BBA?
The MOT on L21 BBA is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 BBA done?
L21 BBA was recorded at 138,952 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 3,593 miles a year.
Has L21 BBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 BBA has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L21 BBA 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 L21 BBA find?
L21 BBA passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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