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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S32 GDVMOT history

S32 GDV is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 45,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

S32 GDV blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
45,788 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S32 GDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S32 GDV was last recorded at 45,788 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 1,820 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,968 miles · 26 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,820 miles
Average per year
538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,788 miles
  • 2021 – 43,968 miles
  • 2018 – 40,433 miles
  • 2017 – 38,639 miles
  • 2016 – 37,882 miles
  • 2015 – 37,308 miles
  • 2014 – 36,706 miles
  • 2011 – 36,198 miles
  • 2008 – 35,806 miles
  • 2007 – 35,629 miles
  • 2006 – 34,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,788 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened
  • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded but not excessively
  • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier corroded but not excessively

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.

  • Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front wishbone pin and bush slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Power steering pipe misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass45,788 miles (+1,820)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    45,788 miles
    Test number
    586231661127
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded but not excessively
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier corroded but not excessively

  2. Pass43,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    43,968 miles
    Test number
    179273411603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail43,968 miles (+3,535)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,968 miles
    Test number
    227376894857
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass40,433 miles (+1,794)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    40,433 miles
    Test number
    179663618230
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass38,639 miles (+757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,639 miles
    Test number
    185502998445
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  6. Pass37,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    37,882 miles
    Test number
    186338700121
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone pin and bush slight play
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe misting of oil

  7. Fail37,882 miles (+574)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,882 miles
    Test number
    306669374802
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone pin and bush slight play
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe misting of oil

  8. Pass37,308 miles (+602)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,308 miles
    Test number
    116065555127
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  9. Pass36,706 miles (+508)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    36,706 miles
    Test number
    735207844161
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wishbone slight play

  10. Pass36,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,198 miles
    Test number
    267008591055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,198 miles (+392)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,198 miles
    Test number
    515302991081
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

  12. Pass35,806 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,806 miles
    Test number
    632929678125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,629 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,629 miles
    Test number
    102337857130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    34,891 miles
    Test number
    951709926167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S32 GDV

Does S32 GDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S32 GDV is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S32 GDV?
The MOT on S32 GDV is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S32 GDV done?
S32 GDV was recorded at 45,788 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 538 miles a year.
Has S32 GDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S32 GDV has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S32 GDV 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 S32 GDV find?
S32 GDV passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front and rear; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, and 5 more.

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