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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

L30 TOPMOT history

L30 TOP is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 82,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

L30 TOP red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2024
Mileage
82,520 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 TOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
22 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 TOP was last recorded at 82,520 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 715 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,805 miles · 18 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
715 miles
Average per year
1,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 82,520 miles
  • 2021 – 81,805 miles
  • 2020 – 80,715 miles
  • 2019 – 79,913 miles
  • 2018 – 79,056 miles
  • 2017 – 78,861 miles
  • 2016 – 78,707 miles
  • 2015 – 78,517 miles
  • 2014 – 78,348 miles
  • 2013 – 77,597 miles
  • 2012 – 75,208 miles
  • 2011 – 72,620 miles
  • 2010 – 70,054 miles
  • 2009 – 65,889 miles
  • 2008 – 65,083 miles
  • 2007 – 61,082 miles
  • 2006 – 59,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,520 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,520 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    82,520 miles
    Test number
    242908293816
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail82,520 miles (+715)3 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,520 miles
    Test number
    856469746566
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass81,805 miles (+1,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    850382021533
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass80,715 miles (+802)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,715 miles
    Test number
    488334972965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass79,913 miles (+857)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,913 miles
    Test number
    678426057625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,056 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,056 miles
    Test number
    934094725894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,861 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,861 miles
    Test number
    432807935993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,707 miles (+190)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,707 miles
    Test number
    660372669858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,517 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,517 miles
    Test number
    666198057075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,348 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    78,348 miles
    Test number
    186139154299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,327 miles (+730)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    278760444156
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  12. Pass77,597 miles (+2,389)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,597 miles
    Test number
    598932893000
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEXHAUST EXCESSIVE CORROSION
    • NoteRUST ON FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION

  13. Pass75,208 miles (+2,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,208 miles
    Test number
    356386492026
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass72,620 miles (+2,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    72,620 miles
    Test number
    146900891031
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass70,054 miles (+4,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    70,054 miles
    Test number
    133962280042
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass65,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,889 miles
    Test number
    491924799091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,889 miles (+806)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,889 miles
    Test number
    880483699090
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass65,083 miles (+4,001)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,083 miles
    Test number
    341945178291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,082 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,082 miles
    Test number
    241541177482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,341 miles
    Test number
    541944766152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 TOP

Does L30 TOP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 TOP expired on 11 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 TOP?
The MOT on L30 TOP expired on 11 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 TOP done?
L30 TOP was recorded at 82,520 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 1,337 miles a year.
Has L30 TOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 TOP has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L30 TOP 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 L30 TOP find?
L30 TOP passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; central rear exhaust mounting defective; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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