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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

N5 LEVMOT history

N5 LEV is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 9 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 101,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

N5 LEV blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
101,134 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 LEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
9 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 LEV was last recorded at 101,134 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,104 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
1,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,134 miles
  • 2025 – 100,482 miles
  • 2024 – 100,215 miles
  • 2023 – 96,938 miles
  • 2022 – 96,369 miles
  • 2021 – 95,453 miles
  • 2019 – 94,270 miles
  • 2017 – 94,270 miles
  • 2016 – 93,524 miles
  • 2015 – 93,100 miles
  • 2014 – 90,276 miles
  • 2013 – 87,778 miles
  • 2011 – 86,105 miles
  • 2010 – 84,562 miles
  • 2009 – 82,224 miles
  • 2008 – 78,738 miles
  • 2007 – 76,233 miles
  • 2006 – 69,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,134 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,134 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    101,134 miles
    Test number
    704625010155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,104 miles (+42)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,104 miles
    Test number
    820443002658
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail101,062 miles (+580)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,062 miles
    Test number
    550253753139
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass100,482 miles (+267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,482 miles
    Test number
    363102790836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,215 miles
    Test number
    199029506786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail100,215 miles (+3,277)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,215 miles
    Test number
    204904038624
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust silencer insecure mount loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,938 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,938 miles
    Test number
    512305190512
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail96,937 miles (+568)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,937 miles
    Test number
    514734443784
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass96,369 miles (+37)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,369 miles
    Test number
    472614195126
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail96,332 miles (+879)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,332 miles
    Test number
    801582699657
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass95,453 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,453 miles
    Test number
    483894986164
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail95,452 miles (+1,182)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    246833593986
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass94,270 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    904718278596
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass94,270 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    214048253887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail94,270 miles (+746)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    140942306890
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass93,524 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,524 miles
    Test number
    766747630501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,100 miles (+2,824)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    93,100 miles
    Test number
    767958765138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFog light switch deteriorating
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight cracking to shoulder

  18. Fail90,276 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,276 miles
    Test number
    295080964490
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass90,276 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    90,276 miles
    Test number
    689730864108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,778 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    87,778 miles
    Test number
    778178463100
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteN/s/r sudframe mount corroding
    • NoteRear suspension arms corroding

  21. Fail87,778 miles (+1,673)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,778 miles
    Test number
    207875863424
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteN/s/r sudframe mount corroding
    • NoteRear suspension arms corroding

  22. Pass86,105 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    86,105 miles
    Test number
    126155091279
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail86,105 miles (+1,543)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,105 miles
    Test number
    776185891284
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass84,562 miles (+2,338)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    84,562 miles
    Test number
    443266510494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip pad deteriorating
    • NoteFront discs slightly pitted
    • NoteOil leak on offside of engine
    • NoteHandbrake cables - outer cover corroding in clips

  25. Pass82,224 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    82,224 miles
    Test number
    872924589110
    • NoteN/s/r parking brake is low on effort

  26. Fail82,219 miles (+3,481)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    174413389107
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/r parking brake is low on effort

  27. Fail78,738 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,738 miles
    Test number
    723873238151
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
    • NoteN/S/R Handbrake Cable casing split.
    • NoteO/S/R Handbrake Cable Casing Split

  28. Pass78,738 miles (+2,505)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    78,738 miles
    Test number
    774943838199
    • NoteN/S/R Handbrake Cable casing split.
    • NoteO/S/R Handbrake Cable Casing Split

  29. Pass76,233 miles (+6,796)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    76,233 miles
    Test number
    723977487095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass69,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    69,437 miles
    Test number
    490912306165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N5 LEV

Does N5 LEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 LEV is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 LEV?
The MOT on N5 LEV is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 LEV done?
N5 LEV was recorded at 101,134 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 1,543 miles a year.
Has N5 LEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 LEV has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on N5 LEV 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 N5 LEV find?
N5 LEV passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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