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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S17 JPTMOT history

S17 JPT is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 163,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

S17 JPT blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,098 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 JPT
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
12 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 JPT was last recorded at 163,098 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 1,740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,358 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,740 miles
Average per year
4,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,098 miles
  • 2025 – 161,358 miles
  • 2024 – 160,506 miles
  • 2023 – 160,093 miles
  • 2022 – 159,113 miles
  • 2019 – 156,634 miles
  • 2018 – 152,845 miles
  • 2017 – 150,471 miles
  • 2016 – 146,357 miles
  • 2015 – 146,150 miles
  • 2014 – 146,068 miles
  • 2013 – 137,199 miles
  • 2012 – 119,706 miles
  • 2011 – 102,786 miles
  • 2010 – 82,025 miles
  • 2009 – 80,024 miles
  • 2008 – 77,398 miles
  • 2007 – 73,904 miles
  • 2006 – 67,247 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,098 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,098 miles (+1,740)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,098 miles
    Test number
    722328650155
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass161,358 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,358 miles
    Test number
    974642091404
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to front windscreen

  3. Fail161,354 miles (+848)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,354 miles
    Test number
    938368856325
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to front windscreen

  4. Pass160,506 miles (+413)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    160,506 miles
    Test number
    534976132589
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass160,093 miles (+980)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    160,093 miles
    Test number
    764254454364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass159,113 miles (+2,479)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    159,113 miles
    Test number
    626533411049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass156,634 miles (+3,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    156,634 miles
    Test number
    548638056766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has only just met efficency

  8. Pass152,845 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    152,845 miles
    Test number
    737106835154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass150,471 miles (+233)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    150,471 miles
    Test number
    446004250236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met limits

  10. Fail150,238 miles (+3,881)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,238 miles
    Test number
    699838109959
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation incorrect (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation incorrect (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met limits

  11. Pass146,357 miles (+207)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    146,357 miles
    Test number
    689776693515
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has slight bind
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met requirements

  12. Pass146,150 miles (+36)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,150 miles
    Test number
    216695305252
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail146,114 miles (+46)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,114 miles
    Test number
    147298895184
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass146,068 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    146,068 miles
    Test number
    117728474100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll discs corroded on inner and outer faces, offside rear tyre wearing on inner edges.

  15. Fail146,068 miles (+8,869)2 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,068 miles
    Test number
    307438874143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll discs corroded on inner and outer faces, offside rear tyre wearing on inner edges.

  16. Pass137,199 miles9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    137,199 miles
    Test number
    907048793180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded,both front brake discs worn.

  17. Fail137,199 miles (+17,493)1 failure9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,199 miles
    Test number
    486583493134
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded,both front brake discs worn.

  18. Pass119,706 miles (+16,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    119,706 miles
    Test number
    688973592157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass102,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,786 miles
    Test number
    296820431476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail102,786 miles (+20,761)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,786 miles
    Test number
    958709521158
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass82,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,025 miles
    Test number
    821879390049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail82,025 miles (+2,001)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,025 miles
    Test number
    183927090492
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass80,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    80,024 miles
    Test number
    794096709179
    • 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. Fail80,024 miles (+2,626)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,024 miles
    Test number
    280774609100
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • 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)

  25. Pass77,398 miles (+3,494)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    77,398 miles
    Test number
    930410108176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    73,904 miles
    Test number
    803295327135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail73,904 miles (+6,657)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,904 miles
    Test number
    334494127155
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass67,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    67,247 miles
    Test number
    401525326176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 JPT

Does S17 JPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 JPT is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 JPT?
The MOT on S17 JPT is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 JPT done?
S17 JPT was recorded at 163,098 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 4,856 miles a year.
Has S17 JPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 JPT has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S17 JPT 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 S17 JPT find?
S17 JPT passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked.

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