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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

L40 LHCMOT history

L40 LHC is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 68,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

L40 LHC green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
68,614 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 LHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 LHC was last recorded at 68,614 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,431 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
183 miles
Average per year
1,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,614 miles
  • 2025 – 68,431 miles
  • 2024 – 67,769 miles
  • 2022 – 67,498 miles
  • 2020 – 66,885 miles
  • 2019 – 66,491 miles
  • 2018 – 66,143 miles
  • 2017 – 64,830 miles
  • 2016 – 63,441 miles
  • 2015 – 59,202 miles
  • 2013 – 55,493 miles
  • 2012 – 52,945 miles
  • 2011 – 50,875 miles
  • 2010 – 47,557 miles
  • 2009 – 42,782 miles
  • 2007 – 35,377 miles
  • 2006 – 32,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,614 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corrosionRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,614 miles (+183)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    68,614 miles
    Test number
    879909961185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion
  2. Pass68,431 miles (+662)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    68,431 miles
    Test number
    610430464514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion
  3. Pass67,769 miles (+19)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,769 miles
    Test number
    699016110991
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on the underside of vehicle
  4. Fail67,750 miles (+252)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,750 miles
    Test number
    914486355812
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on the underside of vehicle
  5. Pass67,498 miles (+613)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,498 miles
    Test number
    306407217217
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle
  6. Pass66,885 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,885 miles
    Test number
    491044221955
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s leading to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both ends of flexi hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both ends of flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Small engine oil leak dripping on Air con pump from above, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOne of the high level brake bulbs not working
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shock bodies corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail66,885 miles (+394)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,885 miles
    Test number
    836612501914
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s leading to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both ends of flexi hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both ends of flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Small engine oil leak dripping on Air con pump from above, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOne of the high level brake bulbs not working
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shock bodies corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass66,491 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,491 miles
    Test number
    608528961704
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner hose both ends (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  9. Fail66,487 miles (+344)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,487 miles
    Test number
    285882000245
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Inner hose, both ends (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  10. Pass66,143 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,143 miles
    Test number
    627986064185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Leading to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  11. Fail66,143 miles (+1,313)1 dangerous5 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,143 miles
    Test number
    193980441902
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system On suspension arm (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded Nearside & Offside leading to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Along chassis rail (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Nearside & Offside along suspension arms (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Leading to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  12. Pass64,830 miles (+1,389)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,830 miles
    Test number
    899620157294
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Along nearside and offside suspension arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  13. Pass63,441 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,441 miles
    Test number
    251726468724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm bush starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in all brake pipes
  14. Fail63,441 miles (+4,239)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,441 miles
    Test number
    671177021644
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm bush starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in all brake pipes
  15. Pass59,202 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,202 miles
    Test number
    816784955050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Fail59,202 miles (+3,709)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,202 miles
    Test number
    948239445000
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass55,493 miles (+2,548)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,493 miles
    Test number
    157470683285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,945 miles (+2,070)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,945 miles
    Test number
    989005652259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion in all brake pipes
  19. Pass50,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,875 miles
    Test number
    125364731291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,875 miles (+3,318)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,875 miles
    Test number
    337344831482
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  21. Pass47,557 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,557 miles
    Test number
    480192920269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,533 miles (+4,751)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,533 miles
    Test number
    333327110421
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass42,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    42,782 miles
    Test number
    143767249001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail42,782 miles (+7,405)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,782 miles
    Test number
    863343949036
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  25. Pass35,377 miles (+3,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,377 miles
    Test number
    252178627170
    • 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)
  26. Pass32,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,093 miles
    Test number
    203859726406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 LHC

Does L40 LHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 LHC is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 LHC?
The MOT on L40 LHC is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 LHC done?
L40 LHC was recorded at 68,614 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 1,799 miles a year.
Has L40 LHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 LHC has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 LHC 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 L40 LHC find?
L40 LHC passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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