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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S20 ASMMOT history

S20 ASM is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 32,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S20 ASM green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
32,676 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 ASM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
19 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 ASM was last recorded at 32,676 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
32,475 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 32,676 miles
  • 2025 – 32,475 miles
  • 2024 – 31,453 miles
  • 2023 – 31,294 miles
  • 2021 – 31,093 miles
  • 2019 – 31,042 miles
  • 2018 – 30,886 miles
  • 2016 – 30,789 miles
  • 2015 – 30,700 miles
  • 2014 – 30,270 miles
  • 2013 – 29,108 miles
  • 2012 – 27,877 miles
  • 2011 – 25,811 miles
  • 2010 – 25,302 miles
  • 2009 – 21,331 miles
  • 2008 – 18,130 miles
  • 2007 – 16,286 miles
  • 2006 – 14,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,676 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass32,676 miles (+201)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    32,676 miles
    Test number
    870487204228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass32,475 miles (+1,022)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    32,475 miles
    Test number
    736911319749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass31,453 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    31,453 miles
    Test number
    314760007488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass31,294 miles (+201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    31,294 miles
    Test number
    648249007901
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass31,093 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    31,093 miles
    Test number
    465819034145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass31,042 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    31,042 miles
    Test number
    258106575607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,886 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    30,886 miles
    Test number
    838347949263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,789 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    30,789 miles
    Test number
    893731386385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,700 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    30,700 miles
    Test number
    379544513913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,270 miles (+1,162)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,270 miles
    Test number
    299403674257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,108 miles (+1,231)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    29,108 miles
    Test number
    949766873201
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • NoteScrew in offside front tyre will not repair
    • NoteSeveral brake pipes slightly corroded

  12. Pass27,877 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    27,877 miles
    Test number
    785816872219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated.

  13. Fail27,877 miles (+2,066)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,877 miles
    Test number
    688176272283
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated.

  14. Pass25,811 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    25,811 miles
    Test number
    259877371267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront and rear coil springs corroded.

  15. Fail25,811 miles (+509)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,811 miles
    Test number
    918177771220
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront and rear coil springs corroded.

  16. Pass25,302 miles (+3,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    25,302 miles
    Test number
    640334970206
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass21,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    21,331 miles
    Test number
    261488679225
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail21,331 miles (+3,201)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,331 miles
    Test number
    932988179271
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass18,130 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    18,130 miles
    Test number
    343256878459
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear axle bushes slightly deteriorated.

  20. Fail18,130 miles (+1,844)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,130 miles
    Test number
    841136078233
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear axle bushes slightly deteriorated.

  21. Pass16,286 miles (+1,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    16,286 miles
    Test number
    311637377264
    • 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)

  22. Pass14,358 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    14,358 miles
    Test number
    554417876209
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

Questions about S20 ASM

Does S20 ASM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 ASM is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 ASM?
The MOT on S20 ASM is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 ASM done?
S20 ASM was recorded at 32,676 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 927 miles a year.
Has S20 ASM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 ASM has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2012.
Has the mileage on S20 ASM 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 S20 ASM find?
S20 ASM passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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