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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

R511 BWTMOT history

R511 BWT is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 117,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

R511 BWT blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
117,498 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,688 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R511 BWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R511 BWT was last recorded at 117,498 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 1,663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,835 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,663 miles
Average per year
2,688 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,498 miles
  • 2025 – 115,835 miles
  • 2024 – 114,472 miles
  • 2023 – 114,021 miles
  • 2021 – 113,793 miles
  • 2020 – 113,559 miles
  • 2019 – 113,269 miles
  • 2018 – 107,797 miles
  • 2017 – 101,803 miles
  • 2016 – 96,179 miles
  • 2015 – 93,189 miles
  • 2014 – 90,076 miles
  • 2013 – 87,305 miles
  • 2012 – 84,546 miles
  • 2011 – 81,510 miles
  • 2010 – 78,504 miles
  • 2009 – 75,018 miles
  • 2008 – 72,226 miles
  • 2007 – 68,879 miles
  • 2006 – 64,929 miles
  • 2005 – 61,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,498 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,498 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    117,498 miles
    Test number
    677501206288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,835 miles (+1,363)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    115,835 miles
    Test number
    515875290301
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass114,472 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,472 miles
    Test number
    751268707623
    • AdvisoryCentral Front subframe covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front loose but secure
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail114,463 miles (+442)10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,463 miles
    Test number
    968071900011
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front flexible brake hose loose but still secure
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal all of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,021 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    114,021 miles
    Test number
    391550821242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,793 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    113,793 miles
    Test number
    520552500361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail113,792 miles (+233)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,792 miles
    Test number
    913584982678
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass113,559 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    113,559 miles
    Test number
    806121929545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail113,559 miles (+290)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,559 miles
    Test number
    245379364818
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass113,269 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    113,269 miles
    Test number
    670528806215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail113,269 miles (+5,472)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,269 miles
    Test number
    759674742971
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass107,797 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    107,797 miles
    Test number
    918282104517
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking on inner edge

  13. Fail107,786 miles (+5,983)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,786 miles
    Test number
    846689602858
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking on inner edge

  14. Pass101,803 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    101,803 miles
    Test number
    803750488887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail101,743 miles (+5,564)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,743 miles
    Test number
    243409011127
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass96,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    96,179 miles
    Test number
    642850568934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,179 miles (+2,990)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,179 miles
    Test number
    416164043678
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass93,189 miles (+3,113)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,189 miles
    Test number
    246436175435
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass90,076 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,076 miles
    Test number
    106072304289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,305 miles (+2,759)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,305 miles
    Test number
    365028793120
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner edge slightly worn

  21. Pass84,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,546 miles
    Test number
    306151902429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail84,546 miles (+3,036)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,546 miles
    Test number
    975051402283
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass81,510 miles (+3,006)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,510 miles
    Test number
    239859091482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,504 miles (+3,486)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    78,504 miles
    Test number
    791007190150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,018 miles (+2,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,018 miles
    Test number
    662208699141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass72,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    72,226 miles
    Test number
    892903998151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,226 miles (+3,347)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,226 miles
    Test number
    250373598402
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass68,879 miles (+3,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,879 miles
    Test number
    580800897199
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass64,929 miles (+3,830)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,929 miles
    Test number
    362400706237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass61,099 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    61,099 miles
    Test number
    551961305274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R511 BWT

Does R511 BWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R511 BWT is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R511 BWT?
The MOT on R511 BWT is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R511 BWT done?
R511 BWT was recorded at 117,498 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 2,688 miles a year.
Has R511 BWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R511 BWT has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on R511 BWT 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 R511 BWT find?
R511 BWT passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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