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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,900 cc

S32 SJLMOT history

S32 SJL is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 44,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

S32 SJL blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
44,733 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S32 SJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S32 SJL was last recorded at 44,733 miles on 24 Aug 2026.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,733 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,733 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    44,733 miles
    Test number
    491171588064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail44,733 km (+705)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,733 km
    Test number
    524471886924
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass44,028 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    44,028 km
    Test number
    979607212474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail44,025 km (+421)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,025 km
    Test number
    391387511198
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass43,604 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    43,604 km
    Test number
    903572249663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail43,568 km (+424)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,568 km
    Test number
    581267510771
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass43,144 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    43,144 km
    Test number
    326853692060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail43,144 km (+331)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,144 km
    Test number
    976768275805
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter internals insecure (rattle)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass42,813 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    42,813 km
    Test number
    280637925347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail42,812 km (+366)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,812 km
    Test number
    152338060664
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass42,446 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,446 km
    Test number
    173763305425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail42,446 km (+932)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,446 km
    Test number
    470653645086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass41,514 km (+1,344)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    41,514 km
    Test number
    165290525263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass40,170 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,170 km
    Test number
    863721169218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Fail40,170 km2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,170 km
    Test number
    827978691186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Questions about S32 SJL

Does S32 SJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S32 SJL is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S32 SJL?
The MOT on S32 SJL is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S32 SJL done?
S32 SJL was recorded at 44,733 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026.
Has S32 SJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S32 SJL has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S32 SJL 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 SJL find?
S32 SJL passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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