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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S101 BPHMOT history

S101 BPH is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 121,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

S101 BPH black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
121,979 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S101 BPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S101 BPH was last recorded at 121,979 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,979 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,979 miles
  • 2024 – 117,138 miles
  • 2023 – 115,033 miles
  • 2022 – 108,392 miles
  • 2021 – 107,540 miles
  • 2019 – 106,455 miles
  • 2018 – 100,602 miles
  • 2017 – 98,848 miles
  • 2016 – 97,748 miles
  • 2014 – 97,172 miles
  • 2013 – 95,659 miles
  • 2012 – 94,191 miles
  • 2011 – 93,369 miles
  • 2010 – 92,540 miles
  • 2009 – 91,642 miles
  • 2008 – 90,853 miles
  • 2007 – 89,418 miles
  • 2006 – 86,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,979 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    121,979 miles
    Test number
    765846083890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,979 miles (+91)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,979 miles
    Test number
    768236091682
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,888 miles (+155)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,888 miles
    Test number
    945874326956
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,733 miles (+4,595)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,733 miles
    Test number
    634691792900
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,138 miles (+2,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,138 miles
    Test number
    711305427499
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass115,033 miles (+6,641)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,033 miles
    Test number
    435430952087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass108,392 miles (+852)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,392 miles
    Test number
    238033727892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,540 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    107,540 miles
    Test number
    149026173856
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear brakes pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail107,520 miles (+30)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,520 miles
    Test number
    802161868725
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear brakes pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail107,490 miles (+1,035)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,490 miles
    Test number
    768923529441
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass106,455 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,455 miles
    Test number
    226398522452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff bush starting to deteriorate

  12. Fail106,455 miles (+44)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,455 miles
    Test number
    704811617928
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff bush starting to deteriorate

  13. Fail106,411 miles (+5,809)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,411 miles
    Test number
    891473990819
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff bush showing signs of wear

  14. Pass100,602 miles (+1,754)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,602 miles
    Test number
    154413682963
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Most rear (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass98,848 miles (+1,100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,848 miles
    Test number
    738235101297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished nearside in treads offside outer wall

  16. Pass97,748 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,748 miles
    Test number
    205024485424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,172 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    97,172 miles
    Test number
    737169644337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail97,160 miles (+1,501)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,160 miles
    Test number
    618383144334
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass95,659 miles (+1,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    95,659 miles
    Test number
    207733743349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass94,191 miles (+822)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    94,191 miles
    Test number
    445855242423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r and both front tyres cracking

  21. Pass93,369 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    93,369 miles
    Test number
    248869731381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,540 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    92,540 miles
    Test number
    783497840394
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking

  23. Fail92,528 miles (+886)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,528 miles
    Test number
    491223240348
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking

  24. Pass91,642 miles (+789)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    91,642 miles
    Test number
    432547539433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass90,853 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    90,853 miles
    Test number
    810867848365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass89,418 miles (+2,478)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    89,418 miles
    Test number
    434067347394
    • NoteN/s/f outer sidewall cracks

  27. Pass86,940 miles (+1,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    86,940 miles
    Test number
    292239446302
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass85,351 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    85,351 miles
    Test number
    500997386090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail85,351 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,351 miles
    Test number
    593847486037
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S101 BPH

Does S101 BPH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S101 BPH expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S101 BPH?
The MOT on S101 BPH expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S101 BPH done?
S101 BPH was recorded at 121,979 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 1,873 miles a year.
Has S101 BPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S101 BPH has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S101 BPH 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 S101 BPH find?
S101 BPH passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded.

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