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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

L24 PPHMOT history

L24 PPH is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 101,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

L24 PPH black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
101,750 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 PPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 PPH was last recorded at 101,750 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,719 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
2,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,750 miles
  • 2024 – 101,172 miles
  • 2023 – 99,822 miles
  • 2021 – 98,712 miles
  • 2020 – 96,848 miles
  • 2019 – 95,325 miles
  • 2017 – 93,151 miles
  • 2016 – 90,317 miles
  • 2015 – 79,057 miles
  • 2014 – 76,990 miles
  • 2012 – 75,066 miles
  • 2011 – 71,682 miles
  • 2010 – 67,204 miles
  • 2009 – 62,785 miles
  • 2008 – 54,601 miles
  • 2007 – 50,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,750 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Underside suspension/subframe components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake cable

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,750 miles (+31)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    101,750 miles
    Test number
    966874468022
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail101,719 miles (+547)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,719 miles
    Test number
    824138760807
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn worn on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass101,172 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,172 miles
    Test number
    189768632183
    • AdvisoryUnderside suspension/subframe components corroded

  4. Fail101,172 miles (+578)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,172 miles
    Test number
    348485611613
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad lining debonded (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside suspension/subframe components corroded

  5. Pass100,594 miles (+772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,594 miles
    Test number
    764923562031
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lenses clouding (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable casings splitting

  6. Pass99,822 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,822 miles
    Test number
    969546648698
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Fail99,820 miles (+1,108)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,820 miles
    Test number
    449500299587
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

  8. Pass98,712 miles (+695)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    98,712 miles
    Test number
    563942791677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,017 miles (+1,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    98,017 miles
    Test number
    450948893860
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at hose connections (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass96,848 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,848 miles
    Test number
    253225637753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,830 miles (+1,505)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,830 miles
    Test number
    315812091743
    • MajorEmissions not tested coolant leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

  12. Pass95,325 miles (+2,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    95,325 miles
    Test number
    598499614272
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass93,151 miles (+2,834)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    93,151 miles
    Test number
    952059503572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,317 miles (+4,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    90,317 miles
    Test number
    779544748485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass86,200 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,200 miles
    Test number
    434355644444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail86,133 miles (+7,076)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,133 miles
    Test number
    463463012146
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass79,057 miles (+2,067)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,057 miles
    Test number
    735676805045
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES PERISHED
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass76,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,990 miles
    Test number
    335223304032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,990 miles (+1,924)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,990 miles
    Test number
    426042404006
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  20. Pass75,066 miles (+3,384)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    75,066 miles
    Test number
    306770602360
    • NoteExhaust emissions just passed c,o limit.

  21. Pass71,682 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,682 miles
    Test number
    689962691273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail71,682 miles (+4,478)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,682 miles
    Test number
    365241391482
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass67,204 miles (+4,419)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,204 miles
    Test number
    132169290281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,785 miles
    Test number
    520429999265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail62,785 miles (+8,184)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,785 miles
    Test number
    250689099262
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass54,601 miles (+2,474)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,601 miles
    Test number
    642058708336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,127 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,127 miles
    Test number
    112655908092
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth low
    • NoteNearside tyre tread depth low
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread depth low

  28. Fail52,127 miles (+2,029)1 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,127 miles
    Test number
    130375708466
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth low
    • NoteNearside tyre tread depth low
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread depth low

  29. Pass50,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,098 miles
    Test number
    510872117046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail50,098 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,098 miles
    Test number
    533862217094
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about L24 PPH

Does L24 PPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 PPH is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 PPH?
The MOT on L24 PPH is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L24 PPH done?
L24 PPH was recorded at 101,750 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 2,678 miles a year.
Has L24 PPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 PPH has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L24 PPH 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 L24 PPH find?
L24 PPH passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front play in steering rack inner joint(s); integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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