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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

S33 WRUMOT history

S33 WRU is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 90,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

S33 WRU red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
90,331 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 WRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 WRU was last recorded at 90,331 miles on 15 May 2026, 1,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,189 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,142 miles
Average per year
1,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,331 miles
  • 2025 – 89,189 miles
  • 2023 – 88,170 miles
  • 2022 – 86,831 miles
  • 2021 – 86,013 miles
  • 2020 – 85,629 miles
  • 2019 – 84,691 miles
  • 2018 – 83,064 miles
  • 2017 – 80,868 miles
  • 2016 – 78,431 miles
  • 2015 – 76,771 miles
  • 2014 – 74,757 miles
  • 2013 – 72,182 miles
  • 2012 – 70,316 miles
  • 2011 – 68,018 miles
  • 2010 – 65,500 miles
  • 2009 – 62,981 miles
  • 2008 – 60,427 miles
  • 2007 – 58,283 miles
  • 2006 – 55,948 miles
  • 2005 – 53,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,331 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    90,331 miles
    Test number
    191370615085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail90,331 miles (+1,142)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,331 miles
    Test number
    715797953335
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass89,189 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,189 miles
    Test number
    200397654088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail89,183 miles (+1,013)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,183 miles
    Test number
    417478771453
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass88,170 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,170 miles
    Test number
    728052816041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail88,170 miles (+1,339)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,170 miles
    Test number
    185685260773
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass86,831 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,831 miles
    Test number
    501704851733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail86,830 miles (+817)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,830 miles
    Test number
    354685588222
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass86,013 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,013 miles
    Test number
    479098516289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Fail86,012 miles (+383)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,012 miles
    Test number
    263126410601
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass85,629 miles (+938)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    793126001443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,691 miles (+1,627)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,691 miles
    Test number
    851900094408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hoses too brake cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass83,064 miles (+2,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,064 miles
    Test number
    257319164620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  14. Pass80,868 miles (+2,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,868 miles
    Test number
    175831963421
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion too rear brake pipes from hose too first joint. n/s/f o/s/f anti roll link bushes on bottom starting too wear.
  15. Pass78,431 miles (+1,660)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    841400254318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,771 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    76,771 miles
    Test number
    327548702350
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail76,771 miles (+2,014)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,771 miles
    Test number
    770122978904
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryMisfire to engine
  18. Pass74,757 miles (+2,575)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,757 miles
    Test number
    315143054275
    • NoteN/s/r o/s/r tyres low in centre of tread
    • NoteN/sf o/s/f tyres low on edges
    • NoteSlight engine misfire?
  19. Pass72,182 miles (+1,866)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,182 miles
    Test number
    328762253417
    • NoteBoth front tyres low on edges
    • NoteN/s/f shock starting to leak
    • NoteN/s/r o/s/r shocks starting to leak
    • NoteSlight leak of oil from engine sump plug
  20. Pass70,316 miles (+2,298)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    70,316 miles
    Test number
    118630452224
    • NoteN/s/f tyre low on edges
    • NoteN/sf shock starting to leak
  21. Pass68,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,018 miles
    Test number
    237511951286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,018 miles (+2,518)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,018 miles
    Test number
    307751151420
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass65,500 miles (+2,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,500 miles
    Test number
    610421050254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  24. Pass62,981 miles (+2,554)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,981 miles
    Test number
    174470659227
    • NoteRear disc pads low
  25. Pass60,427 miles (+2,144)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    60,427 miles
    Test number
    883722158204
    • NoteFront disc pads low . rear disc pads low. n/s o/s/r tyres on legal limits.
  26. Pass58,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,283 miles
    Test number
    560310057290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,283 miles (+2,335)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,283 miles
    Test number
    101080857233
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  28. Pass55,948 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    55,948 miles
    Test number
    724499946208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    53,580 miles
    Test number
    804000155272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S33 WRU

Does S33 WRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 WRU is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 WRU?
The MOT on S33 WRU is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 WRU done?
S33 WRU was recorded at 90,331 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 1,777 miles a year.
Has S33 WRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 WRU has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 WRU 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 S33 WRU find?
S33 WRU passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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