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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,800 cc

L28 BMWMOT history

L28 BMW is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 154,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

L28 BMW green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
154,809 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 BMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 BMW was last recorded at 154,809 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,907 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
902 miles
Average per year
5,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,809 miles
  • 2025 – 153,907 miles
  • 2024 – 152,718 miles
  • 2023 – 150,190 miles
  • 2021 – 145,042 miles
  • 2020 – 142,527 miles
  • 2019 – 140,726 miles
  • 2015 – 132,454 miles
  • 2014 – 118,445 miles
  • 2013 – 104,025 miles
  • 2012 – 98,526 miles
  • 2011 – 95,375 miles
  • 2010 – 89,977 miles
  • 2009 – 83,961 miles
  • 2008 – 75,833 miles
  • 2007 – 63,459 miles
  • 2006 – 47,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,809 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Front exhaust heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Bell housing (8.4.1 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,809 miles (+902)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    154,809 miles
    Test number
    434463565303
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Front exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,907 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    153,907 miles
    Test number
    402284331188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail153,907 miles (+1,189)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,907 miles
    Test number
    351622101371
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,718 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    152,718 miles
    Test number
    567587116860
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail152,718 miles (+2,528)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,718 miles
    Test number
    496170428678
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass150,190 miles (+5,148)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    150,190 miles
    Test number
    565958045953
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass145,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    145,042 miles
    Test number
    683100154747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail145,042 miles (+2,515)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,042 miles
    Test number
    952391665105
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass142,527 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    142,527 miles
    Test number
    639482061780
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both fronts (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage next to power steering pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail142,525 miles (+1,799)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,525 miles
    Test number
    272033260115
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter internals are damage

  11. Pass140,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,726 miles
    Test number
    251387749666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  12. Fail140,726 miles (+8,272)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,726 miles
    Test number
    306621531898
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  13. Pass132,454 miles (+323)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    132,454 miles
    Test number
    491511083323
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside & nearside front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside & nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light only two bulbs working
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inside eged

  14. Fail132,131 miles (+13,686)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,131 miles
    Test number
    466424084222
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all front & rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light only two bulbs working
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inside

  15. Pass118,445 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    118,445 miles
    Test number
    988811204317
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront wipers getting worn
    • NoteHigh level brake light only two bulbs working

  16. Fail118,445 miles (+14,420)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,445 miles
    Test number
    868336594282
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront wipers getting worn
    • NoteHigh level brake light only two bulbs working

  17. Pass104,025 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    104,025 miles
    Test number
    948152803323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHig level brake light some bulbs not working

  18. Fail104,025 miles (+5,499)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,025 miles
    Test number
    359491803314
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHig level brake light some bulbs not working

  19. Pass98,526 miles (+3,151)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    98,526 miles
    Test number
    897836992207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass95,375 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    95,375 miles
    Test number
    919825931377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,374 miles (+5,397)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,374 miles
    Test number
    296822431371
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass89,977 miles (+6,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    89,977 miles
    Test number
    420115810480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass83,961 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    83,961 miles
    Test number
    461513349479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail83,960 miles (+8,127)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,960 miles
    Test number
    903011749372
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass75,833 miles (+732)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    912532498243
    • NoteSome bulbs in highlevel brake light no working

  26. Fail75,101 miles (+11,642)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,101 miles
    Test number
    310068078410
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear high level brake light some bulbs not working

  27. Pass63,459 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    63,459 miles
    Test number
    144504627340
    • NoteRear high level brake light not all bulbs working

  28. Fail63,459 miles (+15,911)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,459 miles
    Test number
    482383627418
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear high level brake light not all bulbs working

  29. Pass47,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,548 miles
    Test number
    762033436240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  30. Fail47,548 miles (+301)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,548 miles
    Test number
    922953036230
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  31. Pass47,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    47,247 miles
    Test number
    654047936079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 BMW

Does L28 BMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 BMW is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 BMW?
The MOT on L28 BMW is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 BMW done?
L28 BMW was recorded at 154,809 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 5,349 miles a year.
Has L28 BMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 BMW has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L28 BMW 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 L28 BMW find?
L28 BMW passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 12 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff; front front exhaust heat shield loose; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 9 more.

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