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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

S17 JWAMOT history

S17 JWA is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 156,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

S17 JWA silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
156,299 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 JWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S17 JWA was last recorded at 156,299 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 8,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,475 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,824 miles
Average per year
7,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,299 miles
  • 2025 – 147,475 miles
  • 2024 – 137,860 miles
  • 2023 – 126,801 miles
  • 2022 – 110,160 miles
  • 2021 – 98,814 miles
  • 2020 – 89,321 miles
  • 2019 – 77,767 miles
  • 2018 – 65,259 miles
  • 2017 – 54,518 miles
  • 2016 – 47,369 miles
  • 2015 – 38,129 miles
  • 2014 – 28,630 miles
  • 2013 – 22,599 miles
  • 2012 – 16,471 miles
  • 2011 – 12,438 miles
  • 2010 – 11,572 miles
  • 2009 – 10,697 miles
  • 2008 – 10,374 miles
  • 2007 – 9,877 miles
  • 2006 – 7,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,299 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,299 miles (+8,824)5 dangerous8 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,299 miles
    Test number
    245085375522
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass147,475 miles (+9,615)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    147,475 miles
    Test number
    779751523154
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,860 miles (+11,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    137,860 miles
    Test number
    759665773461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,801 miles
    Test number
    632113647593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,801 miles (+16,641)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,801 miles
    Test number
    325436551204
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass110,160 miles (+11,346)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,160 miles
    Test number
    833523662008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,814 miles (+9,493)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,814 miles
    Test number
    828785859989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,321 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,321 miles
    Test number
    738613107743
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail89,314 miles (+11,547)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,314 miles
    Test number
    944977689151
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass77,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,767 miles
    Test number
    932807240748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,765 miles (+12,506)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,765 miles
    Test number
    876245200251
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass65,259 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    65,259 miles
    Test number
    615993892222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front side lamp lens damaged

  13. Fail65,259 miles (+10,741)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,259 miles
    Test number
    326095263130
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front side lamp lens damaged

  14. Pass54,518 miles (+7,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    54,518 miles
    Test number
    700019078693
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass47,369 miles (+9,240)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    47,369 miles
    Test number
    664770537999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass38,129 miles (+9,499)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    38,129 miles
    Test number
    945338215194
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/pads low

  17. Pass28,630 miles (+6,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    28,630 miles
    Test number
    279524014420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  18. Pass22,599 miles (+6,128)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    22,599 miles
    Test number
    917607703169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,471 miles (+4,033)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    16,471 miles
    Test number
    896265912198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,438 miles (+866)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    12,438 miles
    Test number
    487851311132
    • NoteALL 4 TYRES BALD ON INNER EDGE

  21. Pass11,572 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    11,572 miles
    Test number
    261767610170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,697 miles (+323)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    10,697 miles
    Test number
    310185789073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail10,374 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,374 miles
    Test number
    573092928173
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass10,374 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    10,374 miles
    Test number
    901202928191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,877 miles (+2,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    9,877 miles
    Test number
    961731127166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass7,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    7,081 miles
    Test number
    490034596064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 JWA

Does S17 JWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 JWA is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on S17 JWA?
The MOT on S17 JWA is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 JWA done?
S17 JWA was recorded at 156,299 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 7,262 miles a year.
Has S17 JWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 JWA has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S17 JWA 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 JWA find?
S17 JWA failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 5 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 22 more.

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