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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S115 CDUMOT history

S115 CDU is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 143,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

S115 CDU blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
143,601 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S115 CDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S115 CDU was last recorded at 143,601 miles on 13 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,601 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,601 miles
  • 2025 – 138,716 miles
  • 2024 – 136,393 miles
  • 2023 – 135,222 miles
  • 2022 – 133,738 miles
  • 2021 – 132,245 miles
  • 2020 – 130,428 miles
  • 2019 – 127,767 miles
  • 2018 – 125,877 miles
  • 2017 – 125,360 miles
  • 2015 – 124,407 miles
  • 2014 – 121,527 miles
  • 2013 – 117,963 miles
  • 2012 – 114,949 miles
  • 2011 – 113,410 miles
  • 2010 – 110,082 miles
  • 2009 – 105,304 miles
  • 2008 – 101,931 miles
  • 2007 – 97,251 miles
  • 2006 – 85,530 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,601 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn in inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,601 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    143,601 miles
    Test number
    762085123639
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn in inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail143,601 miles (+4,885)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,601 miles
    Test number
    416193401395
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn in inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass138,716 miles (+2,323)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,716 miles
    Test number
    623867012661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to floor area @ jacking area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm bush deteriorating slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive @ sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to floor area @ jacking area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm bush deteriorating slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive @ sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,393 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,393 miles
    Test number
    923029247583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,392 miles (+1,170)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,392 miles
    Test number
    978074277760
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass135,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    135,222 miles
    Test number
    143477198499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail135,154 miles (+1,416)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,154 miles
    Test number
    441160939881
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass133,738 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,738 miles
    Test number
    610957337399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,245 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    132,245 miles
    Test number
    224531831054
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded

  10. Fail132,245 miles (+1,817)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,245 miles
    Test number
    941130710066
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded

  11. Pass130,428 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    130,428 miles
    Test number
    503338415307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,408 miles (+2,641)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,408 miles
    Test number
    201027564588
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass127,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,767 miles
    Test number
    209202732883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail127,767 miles (+1,890)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,767 miles
    Test number
    661687283753
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass125,877 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,877 miles
    Test number
    581109333414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass125,360 miles (+953)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    125,360 miles
    Test number
    441434185769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass124,407 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,407 miles
    Test number
    993571808037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid reservoir damp

  18. Fail124,407 miles (+2,880)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,407 miles
    Test number
    316289415007
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking Pump to Reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid reservoir damp

  19. Pass121,527 miles (+44)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    121,527 miles
    Test number
    625798104383
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail121,483 miles (+3,520)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,483 miles
    Test number
    556543104353
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass117,963 miles (+8)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    117,963 miles
    Test number
    637324923263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDrivers rear tyre cracking badly on outer sidewall
    • NoteHas a stainless rear aftermarket exharst box and link pipe fitted

  22. Fail117,955 miles (+3,006)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,955 miles
    Test number
    198905813206
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDrivers rear tyre cracking badly on outer sidewall
    • NoteHas a stainless rear aftermarket exharst box and link pipe fitted

  23. Pass114,949 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    114,949 miles
    Test number
    125386882098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriorated

  24. Fail114,949 miles (+1,539)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,949 miles
    Test number
    386046682065
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriorated

  25. Pass113,410 miles (+3,328)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    113,410 miles
    Test number
    708601381019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass110,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    110,082 miles
    Test number
    591401260004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail110,082 miles (+4,778)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,082 miles
    Test number
    784781660069
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass105,304 miles (+3,373)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    105,304 miles
    Test number
    251646689089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass101,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    101,931 miles
    Test number
    521937188055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  30. Fail101,931 miles (+4,680)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,931 miles
    Test number
    820707788067
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  31. Pass97,251 miles (+11,721)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    97,251 miles
    Test number
    303876477045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass85,530 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    85,530 miles
    Test number
    620772986016
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S115 CDU

Does S115 CDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S115 CDU is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S115 CDU?
The MOT on S115 CDU is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S115 CDU done?
S115 CDU was recorded at 143,601 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 2,883 miles a year.
Has S115 CDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S115 CDU has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S115 CDU 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 S115 CDU find?
S115 CDU passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 9 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point holed and corroded, and 6 more.

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