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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

P628 MLEMOT history

P628 MLE is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 201,465 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2025.

P628 MLE blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2025
Mileage
201,465 km
At MOT on 6 May 2025
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,803 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P628 MLE
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
19 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2025
Latest MOT test
6 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

P628 MLE was last recorded at 201,465 km on 6 May 2025, 18,160 km more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,305 km · 18 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
18,160 km
Average per year
6,803 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 201,465 km
  • 2024 – 183,305 km
  • 2023 – 182,534 km
  • 2022 – 180,495 km
  • 2021 – 177,441 km
  • 2020 – 164,839 km
  • 2018 – 164,714 km
  • 2016 – 149,484 km
  • 2015 – 130,474 km
  • 2012 – 124,101 km
  • 2011 – 114,233 km
  • 2010 – 99,856 km
  • 2007 – 83,173 km
  • 2005 – 68,916 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail201,465 km
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all piped greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes coated with grease

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail201,465 km (+18,160)13 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,465 km
    Test number
    299229168886
    • 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all piped greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass183,305 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    183,305 km
    Test number
    414147538052
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail183,305 km (+771)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,305 km
    Test number
    472990782932
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass182,534 km (+8)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    182,534 km
    Test number
    146805021188
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake slightly low braking effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail182,526 km (+2,031)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,526 km
    Test number
    646141805157
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast 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))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake slightly low braking effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass180,495 km (+10)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    180,495 km
    Test number
    192647835454
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake slightly low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail180,485 km (+3,044)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,485 km
    Test number
    437731028357
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake slightly low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass177,441 km (+136)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    177,441 km
    Test number
    721940290035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail177,305 km (+12,466)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,305 km
    Test number
    818808715031
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass164,839 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    164,839 km
    Test number
    434602851959
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail164,839 km (+125)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,839 km
    Test number
    273907900186
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass164,714 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    164,714 km
    Test number
    646946353020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail164,714 miles (+15,229)2 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,714 miles
    Test number
    848024618566
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass149,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    149,485 miles
    Test number
    163576299622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail149,484 km2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,484 km
    Test number
    505651325431
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass130,536 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    130,536 miles
    Test number
    879586605163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  17. Fail130,474 km4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,474 km
    Test number
    985200905156
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass128,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    128,489 miles
    Test number
    499316173128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail128,489 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,489 miles
    Test number
    778456473180
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass124,101 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    124,101 km
    Test number
    229827082185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail124,104 miles6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,104 miles
    Test number
    755166582111
    • 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)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass114,233 km (+14,377)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    114,233 km
    Test number
    946549881150
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres outer sidewalls perished
    • NoteFront exhaust mount missing
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  23. Pass99,856 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,856 km
    Test number
    794499650182
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass96,694 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    96,694 miles
    Test number
    273774388160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail96,693 miles (+1,831)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,693 miles
    Test number
    212303588178
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass94,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    94,862 miles
    Test number
    684227317383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail94,862 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,862 miles
    Test number
    763516417374
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass83,173 km (+14,257)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    83,173 km
    Test number
    233870117097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass68,916 km
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    68,916 km
    Test number
    260505415354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P628 MLE

Does P628 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P628 MLE expired on 9 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P628 MLE?
The MOT on P628 MLE expired on 9 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P628 MLE done?
P628 MLE was recorded at 201,465 km at its MOT on 6 May 2025, an average of 6,803 km a year.
Has P628 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P628 MLE has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on P628 MLE 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 P628 MLE find?
P628 MLE failed its latest MOT on 6 May 2025 with 13 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn, and 15 more.

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