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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S34 KDDMOT history

S34 KDD is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 181,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

S34 KDD red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
181,841 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S34 KDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S34 KDD was last recorded at 181,841 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,841 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,841 miles
  • 2024 – 176,397 miles
  • 2023 – 170,121 miles
  • 2022 – 163,554 miles
  • 2021 – 158,437 miles
  • 2020 – 153,877 miles
  • 2019 – 148,632 miles
  • 2018 – 140,755 miles
  • 2017 – 134,324 miles
  • 2016 – 127,367 miles
  • 2015 – 122,123 miles
  • 2014 – 116,157 miles
  • 2013 – 110,460 miles
  • 2012 – 105,874 miles
  • 2011 – 99,034 miles
  • 2010 – 88,872 miles
  • 2009 – 79,242 miles
  • 2008 – 69,104 miles
  • 2007 – 59,413 miles
  • 2006 – 49,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,841 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryReversing lamp not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,841 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    181,841 miles
    Test number
    204739498565
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  2. Fail181,841 miles (+6)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,841 miles
    Test number
    466397297591
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  3. Fail181,835 miles (+5,438)4 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,835 miles
    Test number
    158055760988
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox rear seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOs handbrake cable fitted incorrectly and rubbing on brake hose
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryTank strap corroded

  4. Pass176,397 miles (+6,276)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    176,397 miles
    Test number
    254758181250
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass170,121 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    170,121 miles
    Test number
    897174445852
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.1mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryReversing light not working

  6. Fail170,121 miles (+6,567)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,121 miles
    Test number
    708777488817
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.1mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryReversing light not working

  7. Pass163,554 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    163,554 miles
    Test number
    287555261586
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust baffles rattling

  8. Fail163,554 miles (+5,117)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,554 miles
    Test number
    260881202074
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust baffles rattling

  9. Pass158,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    158,437 miles
    Test number
    226934193935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail158,437 miles (+4,560)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,437 miles
    Test number
    497469463000
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass153,877 miles (+5,245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,877 miles
    Test number
    589007280942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass148,632 miles (+7,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,632 miles
    Test number
    731951773474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass140,755 miles (+6,431)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    140,755 miles
    Test number
    306410850537
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass134,324 miles (+6,957)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    134,324 miles
    Test number
    265445591795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass127,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    127,367 miles
    Test number
    200773580657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail127,367 miles (+5,244)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,367 miles
    Test number
    725509399733
    • FailureCentre Front Lower Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel play \n u\j (2.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass122,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    122,123 miles
    Test number
    746918280087
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail122,123 miles (+5,966)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,123 miles
    Test number
    222057473521
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass116,157 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    116,157 miles
    Test number
    105514104351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail116,079 miles (+5,619)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,079 miles
    Test number
    388308384289
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass110,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    110,460 miles
    Test number
    606375593233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail110,460 miles (+4,586)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,460 miles
    Test number
    406474693245
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass105,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    105,874 miles
    Test number
    835840102324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail105,874 miles (+6,840)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,874 miles
    Test number
    307269292471
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass99,034 miles (+10,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    99,034 miles
    Test number
    635333791297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass88,872 miles (+9,630)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    88,872 miles
    Test number
    663248390225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine drive belt starting to perish

  27. Pass79,242 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    79,242 miles
    Test number
    851503309356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail79,237 miles (+10,133)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,237 miles
    Test number
    970199699209
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)

  29. Pass69,104 miles (+9,691)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    69,104 miles
    Test number
    653694308374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass59,413 miles (+9,805)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    59,413 miles
    Test number
    204404407306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass49,608 miles (+3,540)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    49,608 miles
    Test number
    931566706311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass46,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,068 miles
    Test number
    432392256059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S34 KDD

Does S34 KDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S34 KDD is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S34 KDD?
The MOT on S34 KDD is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S34 KDD done?
S34 KDD was recorded at 181,841 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 6,872 miles a year.
Has S34 KDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S34 KDD has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S34 KDD 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 KDD find?
S34 KDD passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; reversing lamp not working.

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