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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

L66 FGBMOT history

L66 FGB is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 86,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

L66 FGB silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
86,067 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 FGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 FGB was last recorded at 86,067 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 1,963 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
84,104 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,963 miles
Average per year
1,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,067 miles
  • 2024 – 84,104 miles
  • 2023 – 82,175 miles
  • 2022 – 80,220 miles
  • 2021 – 76,765 miles
  • 2020 – 75,699 miles
  • 2019 – 75,035 miles
  • 2018 – 74,463 miles
  • 2017 – 73,634 miles
  • 2016 – 72,575 miles
  • 2015 – 71,420 miles
  • 2014 – 70,087 miles
  • 2013 – 66,580 miles
  • 2012 – 62,065 miles
  • 2011 – 57,002 miles
  • 2010 – 56,888 miles
  • 2009 – 56,758 miles
  • 2008 – 56,641 miles
  • 2007 – 56,410 miles
  • 2006 – 53,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,067 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,067 miles (+1,963)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    86,067 miles
    Test number
    904515143912
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,104 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    84,104 miles
    Test number
    174735756119
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm corroded

  3. Fail84,103 miles (+1,928)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    240694711750
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm corroded

  4. Pass82,175 miles (+1,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    82,175 miles
    Test number
    233857689977
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  5. Pass80,220 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    80,220 miles
    Test number
    286456268670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,765 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    76,765 miles
    Test number
    866080238300
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail76,765 miles (+1,066)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,765 miles
    Test number
    420325330301
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass75,699 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,699 miles
    Test number
    689922209346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,377 miles (+342)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,377 miles
    Test number
    118278920664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass75,035 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    921565593308
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail75,032 miles (+569)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,032 miles
    Test number
    419450505133
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass74,463 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,463 miles
    Test number
    487440197981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,634 miles
    Test number
    279549390549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,632 miles (+1,057)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    914044679196
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass72,575 miles (+1,155)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,575 miles
    Test number
    714973913983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,420 miles (+1,333)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    71,420 miles
    Test number
    586783455122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,087 miles (+3,507)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,087 miles
    Test number
    847223064123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel cap seal cracking

  18. Pass66,580 miles (+4,515)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,580 miles
    Test number
    425024563102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,065 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,065 miles
    Test number
    338331752173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    57,002 miles
    Test number
    516818961184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,002 miles (+114)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,002 miles
    Test number
    498838061144
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  22. Pass56,888 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,888 miles
    Test number
    861812470115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,758 miles (+117)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,758 miles
    Test number
    281412859468
    • NoteO/s hand brake lower than n/s reqs attention

  24. Pass56,641 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    56,641 miles
    Test number
    111481268143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,410 miles (+2,527)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,410 miles
    Test number
    723619857165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,883 miles
    Test number
    232826496004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 FGB

Does L66 FGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 FGB is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L66 FGB?
The MOT on L66 FGB is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 FGB done?
L66 FGB was recorded at 86,067 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 1,639 miles a year.
Has L66 FGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 FGB has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L66 FGB 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 L66 FGB find?
L66 FGB passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: central rear exhaust mounting defective rubbers; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake cable damaged but not to excess, and 1 more.

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