BMW Z3
Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc
L4 XMMMOT history
L4 XMM is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 21 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 137,450 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 11 Jun 2024
- Mileage
- 137,450 mi
- At MOT on 12 Jun 2023
- MOT tests
- 24
- 15 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 4,298 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L4 XMM
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- Z3
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,895 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 21 Jan 1998
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 11 Jun 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 12 Jun 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
L4 XMM was last recorded at 137,450 miles on 12 Jun 2023, 1,866 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2021.
- Previous MOT
- 135,584 miles · 24 Jul 2021
- Between the last two tests
- 1,866 miles
- Average per year
- 4,298 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 137,450 miles
- 2021 – 135,584 miles
- 2020 – 134,732 miles
- 2019 – 134,726 miles
- 2018 – 134,600 miles
- 2017 – 130,740 miles
- 2016 – 126,298 miles
- 2015 – 119,231 miles
- 2014 – 117,435 miles
- 2012 – 111,992 miles
- 2011 – 98,984 miles
- 2010 – 94,890 miles
- 2009 – 78,226 miles
- 2008 – 76,478 miles
- 2007 – 67,464 miles
- 2006 – 64,297 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass137,450 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryBoth rear arms plated with make shift plates, cannot remove. Have advised presenter cannot assess.
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front. (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion under vehicle.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySills/jacking points corroded.
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.
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010
Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016
Full MOT history
24 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass137,450 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 137,450 miles
- Test number
- 466027126176
- AdvisoryBoth rear arms plated with make shift plates, cannot remove. Have advised presenter cannot assess.
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front. (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion under vehicle.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySills/jacking points corroded.
Fail137,450 miles (+1,866)1 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,450 miles
- Test number
- 127006124968
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryBoth rear arms plated with make shift plates, cannot remove. Have advised presenter cannot assess.
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front. (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion under vehicle.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySills/jacking points corroded.
Pass135,584 miles (+852)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 135,584 miles
- Test number
- 274191000862
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass134,732 miles (+6)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 134,732 miles
- Test number
- 627736104570
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail134,726 miles (+126)2 dangerous11 major14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,726 miles
- Test number
- 226176333696
- DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
- AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
Pass134,600 miles (+3,860)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 134,600 miles
- Test number
- 429495435300
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass130,740 miles (+4,442)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 130,740 miles
- Test number
- 355814329583
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass126,298 miles (+20)12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 126,298 miles
- Test number
- 163854000544
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubed inner tread edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced glass slightly distorting beam pattern (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by flexi (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Glass slightly distorting beam pattern (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Fail126,278 miles (+7,047)5 failures12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,278 miles
- Test number
- 587712875006
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- 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)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm scrubed inner tread edge & screw in tread (4.1.E.1)
- FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty does not stay on (1.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit scrubed inner tread edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced glass slightly distorting beam pattern (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded by flexi (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Glass slightly distorting beam pattern (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Pass119,231 miles (+1,796)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2016
- Odometer
- 119,231 miles
- Test number
- 548552025105
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass117,435 miles (+5,443)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2015
- Odometer
- 117,435 miles
- Test number
- 139009844190
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteAll brake discs rusty
Pass111,992 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 111,992 miles
- Test number
- 305906192292
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail111,990 miles (+13,006)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,990 miles
- Test number
- 995784362210
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass98,984 miles2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 25 May 2012
- Odometer
- 98,984 miles
- Test number
- 396355241167
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteExhaust emisions out put close to limit
Fail98,984 miles (+4,094)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,984 miles
- Test number
- 907944241116
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteExhaust emisions out put close to limit
Pass94,890 miles5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 May 2011
- Odometer
- 94,890 miles
- Test number
- 932366740178
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOil leak
Fail94,890 miles (+166)4 failures6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,890 miles
- Test number
- 242494940154
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOil leak
Fail94,724 miles (+16,498)5 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,724 miles
- Test number
- 262550120175
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front 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)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass78,226 miles (+1,748)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 78,226 miles
- Test number
- 732329419129
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,478 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 76,478 miles
- Test number
- 122059378067
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail76,478 miles (+9,014)3 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,478 miles
- Test number
- 894469878007
- Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass67,464 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 67,464 miles
- Test number
- 361118677079
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail67,464 miles (+3,167)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,464 miles
- Test number
- 610592777048
- FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
- FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass64,297 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 64,297 miles
- Test number
- 320586756138
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L4 XMM
- Does L4 XMM currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L4 XMM expired on 11 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L4 XMM?
- The MOT on L4 XMM expired on 11 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L4 XMM done?
- L4 XMM was recorded at 137,450 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2023, an average of 4,298 miles a year.
- Has L4 XMM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L4 XMM has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2023.
- Has the mileage on L4 XMM 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 L4 XMM find?
- L4 XMM passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2023 with 8 advisories: both rear arms plated with make shift plates, cannot remove. have advised presenter cannot assess.; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front., and 5 more.
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