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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

S34 JMEMOT history

S34 JME is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 165,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S34 JME green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
165,306 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S34 JME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S34 JME was last recorded at 165,306 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 2,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,890 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,416 miles
Average per year
6,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,306 miles
  • 2025 – 162,890 miles
  • 2024 – 158,040 miles
  • 2023 – 152,931 miles
  • 2022 – 147,519 miles
  • 2021 – 137,925 miles
  • 2020 – 133,686 miles
  • 2019 – 127,695 miles
  • 2018 – 123,580 miles
  • 2017 – 116,262 miles
  • 2016 – 109,231 miles
  • 2015 – 101,842 miles
  • 2014 – 90,820 miles
  • 2013 – 77,861 miles
  • 2012 – 46,263 miles
  • 2010 – 45,539 miles
  • 2009 – 44,511 miles
  • 2008 – 43,292 miles
  • 2007 – 39,412 miles
  • 2006 – 35,420 miles
  • 2005 – 33,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail165,306 miles
  • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail165,306 miles (+2,416)1 dangerous4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,306 miles
    Test number
    241484612732
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass162,890 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    162,890 miles
    Test number
    306233090428
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail162,888 miles (+4,848)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,888 miles
    Test number
    107905129846
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass158,040 miles (+41)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    158,040 miles
    Test number
    495907563424
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail157,999 miles (+5,068)1 dangerous3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,999 miles
    Test number
    871912210609
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,931 miles (+5,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    152,931 miles
    Test number
    564829791313
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass147,519 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    147,519 miles
    Test number
    381845122532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail147,518 miles (+9,593)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,518 miles
    Test number
    481147087596
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass137,925 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    137,925 miles
    Test number
    372571735451
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail137,925 miles (+4,239)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,925 miles
    Test number
    949563191070
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass133,686 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    133,686 miles
    Test number
    975170469394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail133,633 miles (+5,938)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,633 miles
    Test number
    934426522100
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm 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))

  13. Pass127,695 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    127,695 miles
    Test number
    454849485351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail127,695 miles (+4,115)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,695 miles
    Test number
    864375586033
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass123,580 miles (+7,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    123,580 miles
    Test number
    974928097317
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  16. Pass116,262 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,262 miles
    Test number
    905864398844
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail116,259 miles (+7,028)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,259 miles
    Test number
    624513154744
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass109,231 miles (+7,389)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,231 miles
    Test number
    355351178859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass101,842 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    101,842 miles
    Test number
    157914823875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  20. Fail101,842 miles (+11,022)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,842 miles
    Test number
    393975883625
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  21. Pass90,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,820 miles
    Test number
    389433984209
    • 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. Fail90,820 miles (+12,959)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,820 miles
    Test number
    897671684282
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)

  23. Pass77,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,861 miles
    Test number
    187985103327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail77,861 miles (+31,598)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,861 miles
    Test number
    196414303371
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass46,263 miles (+724)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,263 miles
    Test number
    885836092092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,539 miles (+1,028)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,539 miles
    Test number
    470221840406
    • NoteCatalyst exhaust rattling

  27. Pass44,511 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,511 miles
    Test number
    232337709356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,292 miles (+3,880)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,292 miles
    Test number
    504738208379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,412 miles (+3,992)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,412 miles
    Test number
    141569217284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass35,420 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,420 miles
    Test number
    711683626268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass33,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    33,174 miles
    Test number
    733768325202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S34 JME

Does S34 JME currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S34 JME expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S34 JME?
The MOT on S34 JME expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S34 JME done?
S34 JME was recorded at 165,306 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 6,255 miles a year.
Has S34 JME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S34 JME has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S34 JME 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 S34 JME find?
S34 JME failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: rear inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 13 more.

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