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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

S18 GGGMOT history

S18 GGG is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 12 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 34,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

S18 GGG red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
34,716 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 GGG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 GGG was last recorded at 34,716 miles on 28 May 2026, 1,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,533 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,183 miles
Average per year
1,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,716 miles
  • 2025 – 33,533 miles
  • 2024 – 33,023 miles
  • 2023 – 32,378 miles
  • 2022 – 31,894 miles
  • 2021 – 31,614 miles
  • 2020 – 31,250 miles
  • 2019 – 30,907 miles
  • 2018 – 30,557 miles
  • 2017 – 30,012 miles
  • 2016 – 29,401 miles
  • 2015 – 28,987 miles
  • 2014 – 28,293 miles
  • 2013 – 26,864 miles
  • 2012 – 26,121 miles
  • 2011 – 24,331 miles
  • 2010 – 21,082 miles
  • 2009 – 19,256 miles
  • 2008 – 17,646 miles
  • 2007 – 15,080 miles
  • 2006 – 11,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,716 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass34,716 miles (+1,183)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    34,716 miles
    Test number
    590581125525
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass33,533 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    33,533 miles
    Test number
    422483017759
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail33,533 miles (+510)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,533 miles
    Test number
    196854140891
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass33,023 miles (+645)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    33,023 miles
    Test number
    228219459411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass32,378 miles (+484)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    32,378 miles
    Test number
    903145249436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass31,894 miles (+280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    31,894 miles
    Test number
    300376111444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing on the inner edges and slightly perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass31,614 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    31,614 miles
    Test number
    874975114121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass31,250 miles (+343)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    31,250 miles
    Test number
    223204577671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,907 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    30,907 miles
    Test number
    980171927187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,557 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    30,557 miles
    Test number
    986060971372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,012 miles (+611)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    30,012 miles
    Test number
    500490808943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,401 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    29,401 miles
    Test number
    785198785183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,987 miles (+694)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,987 miles
    Test number
    249798435179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,293 miles (+1,429)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    28,293 miles
    Test number
    668246634199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,864 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,864 miles
    Test number
    489063033185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,121 miles (+1,790)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,121 miles
    Test number
    505268842165
    • NoteBrake hoses perished
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes worn & flexing slightly
    • NoteRear indicators faded
    • NoteVehicle underebody obscured by trims
  17. Pass24,331 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,331 miles
    Test number
    289585141182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,267 miles (+3,185)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,267 miles
    Test number
    327318131155
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  19. Pass21,082 miles (+1,826)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,082 miles
    Test number
    982795740182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,256 miles (+1,610)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,256 miles
    Test number
    942518879009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,646 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,646 miles
    Test number
    720674578048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,080 miles (+3,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    15,080 miles
    Test number
    360692777049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass11,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    11,439 miles
    Test number
    123903186449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail11,439 miles7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,439 miles
    Test number
    880171986015
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.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 Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S18 GGG

Does S18 GGG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 GGG is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 GGG?
The MOT on S18 GGG is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 GGG done?
S18 GGG was recorded at 34,716 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 1,153 miles a year.
Has S18 GGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 GGG has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S18 GGG 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 S18 GGG find?
S18 GGG passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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