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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

L21 SGCMOT history

L21 SGC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 104,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L21 SGC blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
104,426 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 SGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
19 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 SGC was last recorded at 104,426 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 3,990 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,436 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,990 miles
Average per year
3,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,426 miles
  • 2025 – 100,436 miles
  • 2024 – 96,232 miles
  • 2023 – 94,042 miles
  • 2022 – 92,334 miles
  • 2021 – 89,235 miles
  • 2020 – 85,310 miles
  • 2019 – 82,696 miles
  • 2018 – 77,580 miles
  • 2017 – 74,197 miles
  • 2016 – 71,291 miles
  • 2015 – 66,774 miles
  • 2014 – 65,382 miles
  • 2013 – 61,128 miles
  • 2012 – 55,686 miles
  • 2011 – 50,314 miles
  • 2010 – 45,418 miles
  • 2009 – 40,867 miles
  • 2008 – 35,578 miles
  • 2007 – 30,204 miles
  • 2006 – 30,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,426 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear dif mount splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

35 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,426 miles (+3,990)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    104,426 miles
    Test number
    154440559944
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass100,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    100,436 miles
    Test number
    507091663065
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail100,436 miles (+4,204)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,436 miles
    Test number
    573150789382
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure straps rotted (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play tie bar worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,232 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,232 miles
    Test number
    944718480377
    • AdvisoryRear dif mount splitting

  5. Fail96,229 miles (+2,187)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,229 miles
    Test number
    600709807175
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear dif mount splitting

  6. Pass94,042 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,042 miles
    Test number
    375608701182
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate rusted and holed
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  7. Fail94,042 miles (+1,708)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,042 miles
    Test number
    286807189742
    • Repaired at testExhaust silencer insecure mounting broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate rusted and holed
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  8. Pass92,334 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,334 miles
    Test number
    350785299930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,333 miles (+3,098)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,333 miles
    Test number
    814637693515
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass89,235 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,235 miles
    Test number
    781683241389
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail89,232 miles (+3,922)10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,232 miles
    Test number
    588534108211
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass85,310 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,310 miles
    Test number
    472251319901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,309 miles (+2,613)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,309 miles
    Test number
    843241919874
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure mount not fitted (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass82,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,696 miles
    Test number
    697317603213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,696 miles (+5,116)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,696 miles
    Test number
    340071531648
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear glass missing (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  16. Pass77,580 miles (+3,383)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,580 miles
    Test number
    764147559314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,197 miles
    Test number
    657462561356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,197 miles (+2,906)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,197 miles
    Test number
    420584367887
    • FailureCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)

  19. Pass71,291 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,291 miles
    Test number
    332723990994
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre very close to limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail71,291 miles (+4,517)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,291 miles
    Test number
    407448098196
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre very close to limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass66,774 miles (+1,392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    515124595104
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail65,382 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,382 miles
    Test number
    337127404423
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  23. Pass65,382 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,382 miles
    Test number
    867877204249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,128 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,128 miles
    Test number
    575914403293
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  25. Fail61,128 miles (+5,442)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,128 miles
    Test number
    927694703218
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass55,686 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,686 miles
    Test number
    326208102415
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty & weak

  27. Fail55,686 miles (+5,372)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,686 miles
    Test number
    997596602245
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty & weak

  28. Fail50,314 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,314 miles
    Test number
    297677601218
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  29. Pass50,314 miles (+4,896)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,314 miles
    Test number
    506647601225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,418 miles (+4,551)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,418 miles
    Test number
    903243440092
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass40,867 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,867 miles
    Test number
    701621559079
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  32. Fail40,867 miles (+5,289)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,867 miles
    Test number
    662291759036
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  33. Pass35,578 miles (+5,374)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,578 miles
    Test number
    264052548079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass30,204 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,204 miles
    Test number
    920803547044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass30,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,157 miles
    Test number
    233071236450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 SGC

Does L21 SGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 SGC is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 SGC?
The MOT on L21 SGC is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 SGC done?
L21 SGC was recorded at 104,426 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 3,677 miles a year.
Has L21 SGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 SGC has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L21 SGC 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 SGC find?
L21 SGC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension.

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