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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

L34 JLSMOT history

L34 JLS is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 23 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 97,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

L34 JLS blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,650 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L34 JLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
23 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L34 JLS was last recorded at 97,650 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,610 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
2,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,650 miles
  • 2025 – 97,610 miles
  • 2024 – 97,330 miles
  • 2023 – 97,329 miles
  • 2022 – 97,231 miles
  • 2021 – 97,044 miles
  • 2020 – 96,676 miles
  • 2019 – 96,175 miles
  • 2018 – 96,077 miles
  • 2017 – 96,017 miles
  • 2016 – 95,868 miles
  • 2015 – 95,605 miles
  • 2013 – 95,272 miles
  • 2012 – 87,909 miles
  • 2011 – 85,771 miles
  • 2010 – 81,893 miles
  • 2009 – 70,991 miles
  • 2008 – 57,576 miles
  • 2007 – 52,430 miles
  • 2006 – 46,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,650 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,650 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,650 miles
    Test number
    653474113945
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass97,610 miles (+280)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,610 miles
    Test number
    238862187614
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes coated/underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal underside of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,330 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,330 miles
    Test number
    701849698231
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak From engine.
    • AdvisoryFront Both front shock absorber dust covers are split.
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front inner sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,329 miles (+98)1 dangerous1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,329 miles
    Test number
    945235006901
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front shock absorber bump stops and dust covers have split.
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak From engine.
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,231 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    97,231 miles
    Test number
    907291941905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,044 miles
    Test number
    727004517636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,044 miles (+368)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,044 miles
    Test number
    578426765071
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass96,676 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,676 miles
    Test number
    320634380454
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail96,676 miles (+501)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,676 miles
    Test number
    282753395224
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass96,175 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,175 miles
    Test number
    334399134364
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective front exhaust clamp to gear box rusty and cracked but does support exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank straps rusty but are strucually sound

  11. Fail96,175 miles (+98)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,175 miles
    Test number
    591613107517
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head light pattern is within pass range but pattern is poor due to discoloured lense.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective front exhaust clamp to gear box rusty and cracked but does support exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank straps rusty but are strucually sound

  12. Pass96,077 miles (+60)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,077 miles
    Test number
    739950113400
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass96,017 miles (+149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    701054307506
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass95,868 miles (+263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    95,868 miles
    Test number
    750958850209
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass95,605 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    95,605 miles
    Test number
    390205147997
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass95,578 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    95,578 miles
    Test number
    756632825097
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail95,578 miles (+306)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,578 miles
    Test number
    397781325098
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass95,272 miles (+2,675)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    95,272 miles
    Test number
    386443933300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,597 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    92,597 miles
    Test number
    289043633129
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NotePetrol tank straps corroded

  20. Fail92,597 miles (+4,688)1 repaired8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,597 miles
    Test number
    795273433106
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NotePetrol tank straps corroded

  21. Pass87,909 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,909 miles
    Test number
    229173942162
    • NoteBrake discs corroded

  22. Fail87,908 miles (+2,137)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,908 miles
    Test number
    577473142145
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake discs corroded

  23. Pass85,771 miles (+3,878)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,771 miles
    Test number
    439892051162
    • NoteN/s/r wheel damaged
    • NoteThere is evidence that o/s/f wheel/tyre has been in contact whith the chassis.check whishbone rear bush.

  24. Pass81,893 miles (+108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,893 miles
    Test number
    473867740101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Fail81,785 miles (+10,794)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,785 miles
    Test number
    480220840123
    • FailureNearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass70,991 miles (+13,415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    70,991 miles
    Test number
    640569749022
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  27. Pass57,576 miles (+5,146)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,576 miles
    Test number
    190796168423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,430 miles (+132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,430 miles
    Test number
    773153787066
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  29. Fail52,298 miles (+5,380)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,298 miles
    Test number
    402036877054
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCentre pipe corroding

  30. Pass46,918 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,918 miles
    Test number
    151497386080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about L34 JLS

Does L34 JLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L34 JLS is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L34 JLS?
The MOT on L34 JLS is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L34 JLS done?
L34 JLS was recorded at 97,650 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 2,564 miles a year.
Has L34 JLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L34 JLS has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L34 JLS 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 L34 JLS find?
L34 JLS passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid brake pipes coated; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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