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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

ROX 297MOT history

ROX 297 is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 125,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2025.

ROX 297 green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2026
Mileage
125,772 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ROX 297
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

ROX 297 was last recorded at 125,772 miles on 24 Feb 2025, 418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,354 miles · 5 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
418 miles
Average per year
4,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,772 miles
  • 2024 – 125,354 miles
  • 2023 – 120,229 miles
  • 2022 – 111,993 miles
  • 2021 – 107,106 miles
  • 2020 – 101,724 miles
  • 2019 – 98,154 miles
  • 2018 – 95,593 miles
  • 2017 – 93,665 miles
  • 2016 – 90,513 miles
  • 2015 – 85,233 miles
  • 2014 – 80,262 miles
  • 2013 – 72,671 miles
  • 2012 – 65,295 miles
  • 2011 – 64,770 miles
  • 2010 – 64,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,772 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Front(s) (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Front(s) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle structure/ componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,772 miles (+418)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,772 miles
    Test number
    848791759521
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Front(s) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Front(s) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle structure/ components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass125,354 miles (+5,125)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    125,354 miles
    Test number
    346730463408
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Front(s) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Front(s) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle structure/ components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass120,229 miles (+8,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,229 miles
    Test number
    176667731978
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass111,993 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,993 miles
    Test number
    559827857822
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail111,993 miles (+4,887)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,993 miles
    Test number
    953257496332
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass107,106 miles (+5,382)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,106 miles
    Test number
    171760516088
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between flexible brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass101,724 miles (+3,570)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,724 miles
    Test number
    814359107996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    98,154 miles
    Test number
    475053960395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,154 miles (+2,561)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,154 miles
    Test number
    917232030713
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass95,593 miles (+1,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    95,593 miles
    Test number
    664148234141
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  11. Pass93,665 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    93,665 miles
    Test number
    903825698091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail93,663 miles (+3,150)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,663 miles
    Test number
    765068878492
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass90,513 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    90,513 miles
    Test number
    945932960290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail90,512 miles (+5,279)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,512 miles
    Test number
    577039302189
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  15. Pass85,233 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,233 miles
    Test number
    608227455050
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail85,233 miles (+4,971)5 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,233 miles
    Test number
    356577755033
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass80,262 miles (+7,591)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,262 miles
    Test number
    318927154017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass72,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,671 miles
    Test number
    188456553412
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail72,671 miles (+7,376)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,671 miles
    Test number
    965626953027
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail65,295 miles3 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,295 miles
    Test number
    265464442067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteMisfire at idle
    • NoteO/s and n/s wiper rubbers worn

  21. Pass65,295 miles (+525)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,295 miles
    Test number
    376304742051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteMisfire at idle
    • NoteO/s and n/s wiper rubbers worn

  22. Pass64,770 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,770 miles
    Test number
    118573861060
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear Brake Discs Corroded

  23. Fail64,770 miles (+746)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,770 miles
    Test number
    896023161075
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear Brake Discs Corroded

  24. Fail64,024 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,024 miles
    Test number
    303646120078
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass64,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,024 miles
    Test number
    433506020065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about ROX 297

What vehicle is registration ROX 297 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ROX 297 on a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 24 Mar 1999. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does ROX 297 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on ROX 297 expired on 4 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on ROX 297?
The MOT on ROX 297 expired on 4 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has ROX 297 done?
ROX 297 was recorded at 125,772 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2025, an average of 4,095 miles a year.
Has ROX 297 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ROX 297 has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on ROX 297 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 ROX 297 find?
ROX 297 passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2025 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively front(s); brake hose slightly deteriorated front(s); general corrosion to vehicle structure/ components, and 2 more.

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