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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S18 ROMMOT history

S18 ROM is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2025.

S18 ROM blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
101,320 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 ROM
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
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 ROM was last recorded at 101,320 miles on 23 Sept 2025, 3,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,722 miles · 23 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,598 miles
Average per year
3,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,320 miles
  • 2024 – 97,722 miles
  • 2023 – 94,772 miles
  • 2022 – 92,212 miles
  • 2021 – 87,878 miles
  • 2020 – 82,657 miles
  • 2019 – 79,531 miles
  • 2018 – 76,890 miles
  • 2016 – 72,895 miles
  • 2015 – 69,847 miles
  • 2014 – 67,534 miles
  • 2013 – 64,593 miles
  • 2012 – 61,372 miles
  • 2011 – 53,291 miles
  • 2010 – 50,046 miles
  • 2008 – 48,980 miles
  • 2007 – 40,165 miles
  • 2006 – 27,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,320 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o\s and n\s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o\s and n\s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o\s and n\s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o\s and n\s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUndertray fitted under carriage )

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.

  • Age related corrosion under the vehicle

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,320 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,320 miles
    Test number
    923367674423
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o\s and n\s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o\s and n\s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o\s and n\s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o\s and n\s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted under carriage )

  2. Fail101,320 miles (+3,598)1 repaired1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,320 miles
    Test number
    831161671893
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o\s and n\s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o\s and n\s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o\s and n\s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o\s and n\s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted under carriage )

  3. Pass97,722 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    97,722 miles
    Test number
    410044988019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted (Undercarriage)

  4. Fail97,722 miles (+2,950)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,722 miles
    Test number
    318049064795
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted (Undercarriage)

  5. Pass94,772 miles (+2,560)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,772 miles
    Test number
    489986218142
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre low
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion under the vehicle

  6. Pass92,212 miles (+4,334)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,212 miles
    Test number
    484057049223
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded&jack point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box corodded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion under the vehicle

  7. Pass87,878 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    87,878 miles
    Test number
    822655130006
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion under the vehicle
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front , rear and one front to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

  8. Fail87,878 miles (+5,221)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,878 miles
    Test number
    439725869265
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion under the vehicle
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front , rear and one front to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

  9. Pass82,657 miles (+3,126)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    82,657 miles
    Test number
    165512658096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion under the vehicle
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front and near side rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryUner tray fitted

  10. Pass79,531 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,531 miles
    Test number
    629738740338
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion uner the vehicle
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front and rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to rear exhaust pipe slightly corroded

  11. Fail79,531 miles (+2,641)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,531 miles
    Test number
    373929650800
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion uner the vehicle
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front and rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to rear exhaust pipe slightly corroded

  12. Pass76,890 miles (+3,995)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,890 miles
    Test number
    957016336732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAgew related corrosion under the vehicle
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear and front ot rear one metal brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear wheel slightly brake binding

  13. Pass72,895 miles (+3,048)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,895 miles
    Test number
    259246766120
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded one front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box and pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlightly brake binding on near side front

  14. Pass69,847 miles (+2,313)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    69,847 miles
    Test number
    922303476363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded main front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension componants corroded shockers,lower arms , track rod ends
    • AdvisoryOil leak near exhaust manifold

  15. Pass67,534 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,534 miles
    Test number
    386409874465
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteCentre rear brake lamp not working
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteVehicle test under the wet condition

  16. Fail67,534 miles (+2,941)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,534 miles
    Test number
    746799774284
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteCentre rear brake lamp not working
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • NoteVehicle test under the wet condition

  17. Pass64,593 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,593 miles
    Test number
    867205383228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust back box rotten

  18. Fail64,593 miles (+3,221)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,593 miles
    Test number
    769395483253
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust back box rotten

  19. Pass61,372 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,372 miles
    Test number
    886148762222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail61,372 miles (+8,081)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,372 miles
    Test number
    765768762239
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass53,291 miles (+3,245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,291 miles
    Test number
    169014981012
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass50,046 miles (+1,066)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,046 miles
    Test number
    842371280056
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  23. Pass48,980 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,980 miles
    Test number
    673982158238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Fail48,977 miles (+8,812)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,977 miles
    Test number
    194309448226
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass40,165 miles (+13,023)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,165 miles
    Test number
    311977907491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,142 miles
    Test number
    300803426275
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  27. Fail27,142 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,142 miles
    Test number
    794363426264
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about S18 ROM

Does S18 ROM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S18 ROM expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S18 ROM?
The MOT on S18 ROM expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S18 ROM done?
S18 ROM was recorded at 101,320 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2025, an average of 3,880 miles a year.
Has S18 ROM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 ROM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S18 ROM 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 ROM find?
S18 ROM passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o\s and n\s; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o\s and n\s, and 12 more.

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