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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S100 SSSMOT history

S100 SSS is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 64,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2023.

S100 SSS blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2023
Mileage
64,628 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S100 SSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S100 SSS was last recorded at 64,628 miles on 3 Jul 2023, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,608 miles · 27 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
1,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 64,628 miles
  • 2022 – 63,612 miles
  • 2021 – 62,866 miles
  • 2019 – 61,345 miles
  • 2018 – 60,564 miles
  • 2017 – 59,799 miles
  • 2016 – 59,019 miles
  • 2015 – 57,824 miles
  • 2014 – 56,744 miles
  • 2013 – 55,276 miles
  • 2012 – 53,698 miles
  • 2011 – 52,087 miles
  • 2010 – 50,658 miles
  • 2009 – 48,841 miles
  • 2008 – 46,790 miles
  • 2007 – 43,785 miles
  • 2006 – 40,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail64,628 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both to front flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Replaceable sill section holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail64,628 miles (+20)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,628 miles
    Test number
    514658380996
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both to front flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Replaceable sill section holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail64,608 miles (+996)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,608 miles
    Test number
    326233525070
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint excessively worn BOTH FRONT LOWER (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear tyres perished between tread
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre outer side wall perished

  3. Pass63,612 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,612 miles
    Test number
    429779411024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,866 miles (+1,521)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,866 miles
    Test number
    261868463749
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts cracking slightly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass61,345 miles (+781)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,345 miles
    Test number
    666709369954
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass60,564 miles (+765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,564 miles
    Test number
    886044274021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass59,799 miles (+780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,799 miles
    Test number
    960537313294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat has slight play

  8. Pass59,019 miles (+1,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,019 miles
    Test number
    552294768145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass57,824 miles (+1,080)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,824 miles
    Test number
    275505085177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,744 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,744 miles
    Test number
    296763994425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,276 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,276 miles
    Test number
    697888493141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail55,237 miles (+1,539)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,237 miles
    Test number
    519201193106
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail53,698 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,698 miles
    Test number
    645637482124
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass53,698 miles (+1,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,698 miles
    Test number
    916177582134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail52,087 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,087 miles
    Test number
    188305191165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSlight play in steering.

  16. Pass52,087 miles (+1,429)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,087 miles
    Test number
    569205991196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSlight play in steering.

  17. Pass50,658 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,658 miles
    Test number
    193217890127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Fail50,657 miles (+1,816)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,657 miles
    Test number
    203145990425
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass48,841 miles (+2,051)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,841 miles
    Test number
    632005399186
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s o/s rear brake pipes
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken
    • NoteRear tyres perished and n/s rear tread low
    • NoteSigns of fluid around steering rack
    • NoteWater damage front no plate

  20. Pass46,790 miles (+3,005)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,790 miles
    Test number
    571917498139
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s o/s rear brake pipes
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished and nail in tread
    • NoteSigns of fluid around steering rack

  21. Pass43,785 miles (+2,994)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    43,785 miles
    Test number
    202547597177
    • NoteSigns of corrosion to n/s/r o/s/r brake pipes
    • NoteSlight perishing to n/s/r o/s/r tyres
    • NoteSlight water damage to front no plate

  22. Pass40,791 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,791 miles
    Test number
    993593206231
    • NotePerishing to n/s/r tyre
    • NoteSlight corrosion to n/s/r o/s/r brake pipes
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

Questions about S100 SSS

Does S100 SSS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S100 SSS expired on 23 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S100 SSS?
The MOT on S100 SSS expired on 23 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S100 SSS done?
S100 SSS was recorded at 64,628 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2023, an average of 1,407 miles a year.
Has S100 SSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S100 SSS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S100 SSS 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 S100 SSS find?
S100 SSS failed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2023 with 4 major defects and 10 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both lower arms; nearside front windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen, and 11 more.

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