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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

L99 GREMOT history

L99 GRE is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,936 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

L99 GRE black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
123,936 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 GRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 GRE was last recorded at 123,936 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,914 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
3,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,936 miles
  • 2025 – 119,432 miles
  • 2023 – 119,430 miles
  • 2022 – 118,825 miles
  • 2021 – 118,140 miles
  • 2019 – 118,105 miles
  • 2018 – 116,584 miles
  • 2017 – 112,424 miles
  • 2016 – 106,772 miles
  • 2015 – 101,823 miles
  • 2014 – 91,493 miles
  • 2013 – 87,733 miles
  • 2012 – 83,016 miles
  • 2011 – 79,215 miles
  • 2010 – 76,212 miles
  • 2009 – 71,490 miles
  • 2008 – 63,158 miles
  • 2007 – 59,142 miles
  • 2006 – 52,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,936 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective o/s and n/s weathered (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,936 miles (+22)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    123,936 miles
    Test number
    486094074480
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective o/s and n/s weathered (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail123,914 miles (+4,482)1 dangerous8 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,914 miles
    Test number
    420872554250
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded/overheated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill end ( front) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill end (front) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps weathered

  3. Pass119,432 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    119,432 miles
    Test number
    459288644343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,430 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    119,430 miles
    Test number
    673536221001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,825 miles (+685)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    118,825 miles
    Test number
    781028533753
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass118,140 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    118,140 miles
    Test number
    567634848144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,105 miles (+1,521)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,105 miles
    Test number
    647354895977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,584 miles (+4,160)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    116,584 miles
    Test number
    856551908074
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass112,424 miles (+5,652)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    112,424 miles
    Test number
    870249805418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,772 miles (+4,949)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,772 miles
    Test number
    924325485064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,823 miles (+10,330)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,823 miles
    Test number
    758907885191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,493 miles (+37)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,493 miles
    Test number
    109803294194
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system has a temporary repaire
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  13. Fail91,456 miles (+3,723)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,456 miles
    Test number
    898205584171
    • FailureHeadlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system has a temporary repaire
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  14. Pass87,733 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    87,733 miles
    Test number
    165543153238
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  15. Fail87,733 miles (+4,717)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,733 miles
    Test number
    719473753262
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  16. Pass83,016 miles (+87)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,016 miles
    Test number
    345505442479
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEml light on
    • NoteSrs light on

  17. Fail82,929 miles (+3,714)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,929 miles
    Test number
    809588832261
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEml light on
    • NoteSrs light on

  18. Pass79,215 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    79,215 miles
    Test number
    525005641242
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail79,215 miles (+3,003)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,215 miles
    Test number
    685265241225
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass76,212 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    76,212 miles
    Test number
    514993940220
    • NoteFuel cap sealing ring sealing but perishing

  21. Fail76,212 miles (+4,722)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,212 miles
    Test number
    173643340218
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing ring sealing but perishing

  22. Pass71,490 miles (+8,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,490 miles
    Test number
    664136849236
    • 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)

  23. Pass63,158 miles (+4,016)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,158 miles
    Test number
    492191938222
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass59,142 miles (+6,530)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    59,142 miles
    Test number
    731117347268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s washer jet leaking under bonnet

  25. Pass52,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    343423136461
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Fail52,612 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    700053336265
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about L99 GRE

Does L99 GRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 GRE is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L99 GRE?
The MOT on L99 GRE is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 GRE done?
L99 GRE was recorded at 123,936 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 3,601 miles a year.
Has L99 GRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 GRE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L99 GRE 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 L99 GRE find?
L99 GRE passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective o/s and n/s weathered; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s, and 4 more.

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