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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

S31 RSBMOT history

S31 RSB is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2025.

S31 RSB blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2026
Mileage
114,045 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 RSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 RSB was last recorded at 114,045 miles on 16 Jan 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,042 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,045 miles
  • 2023 – 112,945 miles
  • 2022 – 112,260 miles
  • 2021 – 110,304 miles
  • 2020 – 107,061 miles
  • 2018 – 106,999 miles
  • 2017 – 102,403 miles
  • 2016 – 100,659 miles
  • 2015 – 98,945 miles
  • 2014 – 98,535 miles
  • 2013 – 96,305 miles
  • 2012 – 90,385 miles
  • 2011 – 87,912 miles
  • 2010 – 86,876 miles
  • 2009 – 81,254 miles
  • 2008 – 76,761 miles
  • 2007 – 67,167 miles
  • 2006 – 59,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,045 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,045 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,045 miles
    Test number
    711498925936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,042 miles (+1,097)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,042 miles
    Test number
    783542442988
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,945 miles (+685)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    112,945 miles
    Test number
    392660466200
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath vehicle / various suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,260 miles (+1,956)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    112,260 miles
    Test number
    113077040036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,304 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    110,304 miles
    Test number
    510515700677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail110,278 miles (+3,217)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,278 miles
    Test number
    749901990778
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached not attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass107,061 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    107,061 miles
    Test number
    526488430370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail107,054 miles (+55)2 major3 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,054 miles
    Test number
    801304442419
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass106,999 miles (+151)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,999 miles
    Test number
    661874112341
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail106,848 miles (+4,445)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,848 miles
    Test number
    760228245754
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass102,403 miles (+166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,403 miles
    Test number
    748600241280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail102,237 miles (+1,578)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,237 miles
    Test number
    406318327004
    • FailureEmissions not tested exhaust blowing (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass100,659 miles (+244)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,659 miles
    Test number
    334226773010
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Fail100,415 miles (+1,470)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,415 miles
    Test number
    912172927804
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass98,945 miles (+410)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    98,945 miles
    Test number
    628609125296
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass98,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    98,535 miles
    Test number
    687278344210
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail98,535 miles (+2,230)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,535 miles
    Test number
    407566044246
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass96,305 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,305 miles
    Test number
    809539553292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail96,302 miles (+5,917)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,302 miles
    Test number
    296776653223
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass90,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    90,385 miles
    Test number
    827257532276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    626617532219
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass87,912 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    528665111267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,876 miles (+5,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    86,876 miles
    Test number
    133390000285
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass81,254 miles (+4,493)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    81,254 miles
    Test number
    752893109215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,761 miles (+9,594)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    76,761 miles
    Test number
    444397218224
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass67,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    67,167 miles
    Test number
    384684617234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,167 miles (+7,702)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,167 miles
    Test number
    312504717428
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass59,465 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    224591226281
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteFront tyres inner edges worn

Questions about S31 RSB

Does S31 RSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S31 RSB expired on 15 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S31 RSB?
The MOT on S31 RSB expired on 15 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S31 RSB done?
S31 RSB was recorded at 114,045 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2025, an average of 2,960 miles a year.
Has S31 RSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 RSB has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S31 RSB 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 S31 RSB find?
S31 RSB passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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