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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

L8 WJMMOT history

L8 WJM is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 127,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.

L8 WJM black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2026
Mileage
127,663 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 WJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 WJM was last recorded at 127,663 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,661 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,663 miles
  • 2024 – 126,708 miles
  • 2023 – 125,849 miles
  • 2022 – 125,026 miles
  • 2021 – 124,370 miles
  • 2020 – 123,284 miles
  • 2019 – 121,384 miles
  • 2018 – 116,385 miles
  • 2017 – 113,920 miles
  • 2015 – 111,766 miles
  • 2013 – 108,820 miles
  • 2012 – 104,230 miles
  • 2011 – 100,618 miles
  • 2010 – 97,109 miles
  • 2009 – 89,946 miles
  • 2007 – 85,952 miles
  • 2006 – 79,545 miles
  • 2005 – 72,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,663 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018

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 default limits

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,663 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    127,663 miles
    Test number
    203016714514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail127,661 miles (+953)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,661 miles
    Test number
    281121298475
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,708 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    126,708 miles
    Test number
    947766045310
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail126,708 miles (+859)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,708 miles
    Test number
    643560764856
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,849 miles (+7)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,849 miles
    Test number
    586609029487
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,842 miles (+816)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,842 miles
    Test number
    758808297273
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass125,026 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    125,026 miles
    Test number
    353454347149
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail125,026 miles (+656)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,026 miles
    Test number
    109022614007
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass124,370 miles (+1,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,370 miles
    Test number
    681390259955
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass123,284 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    123,284 miles
    Test number
    963196539933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail123,254 miles (+1,870)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,254 miles
    Test number
    876353274348
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside rear suspension bracket corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass121,384 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,384 miles
    Test number
    832186275118
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail121,370 miles (+4,985)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,370 miles
    Test number
    375583090372
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure offside front inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside front inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass116,385 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    175935622677
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail116,310 miles (+2,390)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,310 miles
    Test number
    168470782726
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps have slightly faded
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance to hand brake performance

  16. Pass113,920 miles (+2,154)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    113,920 miles
    Test number
    986994514964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,766 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    111,766 miles
    Test number
    989058115130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,820 miles (+4,590)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    108,820 miles
    Test number
    856842833322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass104,230 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    104,230 miles
    Test number
    689186562162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail104,175 miles (+3,557)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,175 miles
    Test number
    387012452170
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass100,618 miles (+3,509)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    139879351192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED
    • NoteFRONT WIPERS SPLIT

  22. Pass97,109 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,109 miles
    Test number
    381573550157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail97,062 miles (+7,116)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,062 miles
    Test number
    631472050150
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass89,946 miles (+3,994)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    89,946 miles
    Test number
    223502659404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,952 miles (+6,407)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    85,952 miles
    Test number
    332826657127
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rubber mounted ball joint not moving in mounting cup, but has no play
    • NoteWippers warn close to limits

  26. Pass79,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    79,545 miles
    Test number
    380037156164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,545 miles (+6,990)2 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,545 miles
    Test number
    674686856116
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWINDSCREEN WASHERS WORKING BUT LEAKING UNDER BONNET WHEN USED.

  28. Pass72,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    72,555 miles
    Test number
    223038155162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 WJM

Does L8 WJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 WJM expired on 15 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 WJM?
The MOT on L8 WJM expired on 15 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 WJM done?
L8 WJM was recorded at 127,663 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 2,733 miles a year.
Has L8 WJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 WJM has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 WJM 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 L8 WJM find?
L8 WJM passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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