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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

R623 DDLMOT history

R623 DDL is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 130,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2025.

R623 DDL silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2026
Mileage
130,410 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R623 DDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R623 DDL was last recorded at 130,410 miles on 2 Aug 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,410 miles · 26 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,410 miles
  • 2024 – 121,619 miles
  • 2023 – 114,607 miles
  • 2021 – 113,930 miles
  • 2020 – 113,041 miles
  • 2019 – 111,603 miles
  • 2018 – 108,053 miles
  • 2017 – 104,392 miles
  • 2016 – 100,603 miles
  • 2014 – 96,011 miles
  • 2013 – 91,371 miles
  • 2012 – 86,121 miles
  • 2011 – 81,785 miles
  • 2010 – 77,906 miles
  • 2009 – 74,423 miles
  • 2008 – 71,360 miles
  • 2007 – 67,510 miles
  • 2006 – 64,181 miles
  • 2005 – 60,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,410 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber splitting (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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, 2019–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,410 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    130,410 miles
    Test number
    874030490481
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber splitting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,410 miles (+8,791)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,410 miles
    Test number
    579030722843
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber splitting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,619 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    121,619 miles
    Test number
    928040515954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,612 miles (+7,005)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,612 miles
    Test number
    249359419431
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff mount defective

  5. Pass114,607 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    114,607 miles
    Test number
    313480648403
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged under bonnet to abs pump slightly kinked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring items

  6. Fail114,605 miles (+675)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,605 miles
    Test number
    562052516233
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged under bonnet to abs pump slightly kinked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring items

  7. Pass113,930 miles (+889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    113,930 miles
    Test number
    636926110776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass113,041 miles (+21)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,041 miles
    Test number
    375761388316
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail113,020 miles (+180)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,020 miles
    Test number
    409321948358
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail112,840 miles (+1,237)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,840 miles
    Test number
    675692504442
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass111,603 miles (+174)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,603 miles
    Test number
    580866270642
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail111,429 miles (+3,376)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,429 miles
    Test number
    486253031169
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass108,053 miles (+3,661)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,053 miles
    Test number
    748208459586
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front and rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Only just passing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass104,392 miles (+3,789)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,392 miles
    Test number
    389843531538
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryInner Body has slight corrosion Sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass100,603 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,603 miles
    Test number
    974573331772
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  16. Fail100,602 miles (+4,591)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,602 miles
    Test number
    936600627339
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass96,011 miles (+4,640)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,011 miles
    Test number
    798357814398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  18. Pass91,371 miles (+5,250)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    91,371 miles
    Test number
    976052393244
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass86,121 miles (+4,336)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,121 miles
    Test number
    605414292296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass81,785 miles (+3,879)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    81,785 miles
    Test number
    925105891217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,906 miles (+3,483)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    77,906 miles
    Test number
    370136490449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,423 miles (+3,063)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,423 miles
    Test number
    321657299484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,360 miles (+3,850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    71,360 miles
    Test number
    871309198259
    • 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)

  24. Pass67,510 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,510 miles
    Test number
    960330807305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,181 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    64,181 miles
    Test number
    174738296225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    60,608 miles
    Test number
    800046395269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R623 DDL

Does R623 DDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R623 DDL expired on 1 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R623 DDL?
The MOT on R623 DDL expired on 1 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R623 DDL done?
R623 DDL was recorded at 130,410 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2025, an average of 3,530 miles a year.
Has R623 DDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R623 DDL has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on R623 DDL 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 R623 DDL find?
R623 DDL passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2025 with 6 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective rubber splitting; nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 3 more.

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