BMW logo

BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S36 CDVMOT history

S36 CDV is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2024.

S36 CDV silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2025
Mileage
105,400 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,403 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S36 CDV in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S36 CDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S36 CDV was last recorded at 105,400 miles on 2 Oct 2024, 814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,586 miles · 4 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
814 miles
Average per year
3,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,400 miles
  • 2023 – 104,586 miles
  • 2022 – 103,924 miles
  • 2021 – 102,726 miles
  • 2020 – 101,622 miles
  • 2019 – 100,026 miles
  • 2018 – 96,998 miles
  • 2017 – 94,494 miles
  • 2016 – 91,487 miles
  • 2015 – 88,340 miles
  • 2014 – 85,630 miles
  • 2013 – 82,246 miles
  • 2012 – 78,076 miles
  • 2011 – 72,451 miles
  • 2010 – 66,843 miles
  • 2008 – 55,591 miles
  • 2007 – 47,340 miles
  • 2006 – 43,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,400 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Pads Wearing Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,400 miles (+814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    105,400 miles
    Test number
    681881792220
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Pads Wearing Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass104,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    104,586 miles
    Test number
    407209699864
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail104,586 miles (+662)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,586 miles
    Test number
    953942978020
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    103,924 miles
    Test number
    440575177505
    • AdvisoryAge cracking both front tyres

  5. Fail103,924 miles (+1,198)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,924 miles
    Test number
    131654574866
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge cracking both front tyres
    • AdvisoryLow pressure n/s/r tyre

  6. Pass102,726 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,726 miles
    Test number
    279552329569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  7. Fail102,726 miles (+1,104)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,726 miles
    Test number
    250361909500
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  8. Pass101,622 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    101,622 miles
    Test number
    445304700003
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail101,622 miles (+1,596)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,622 miles
    Test number
    269867087298
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass100,026 miles (+3,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    100,026 miles
    Test number
    623606735530
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass96,998 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,998 miles
    Test number
    143174041056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail96,995 miles (+2,501)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,995 miles
    Test number
    568327870705
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass94,494 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,494 miles
    Test number
    853014267091
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail94,494 miles (+3,007)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,494 miles
    Test number
    523798115926
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass91,487 miles (+3,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,487 miles
    Test number
    627515822860
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass88,340 miles (+2,710)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    88,340 miles
    Test number
    389413415253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass85,630 miles (+3,384)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,630 miles
    Test number
    515337204244
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass82,246 miles (+27)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,246 miles
    Test number
    945929013237
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres worn

  19. Fail82,219 miles (+4,143)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    845867303244
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres worn

  20. Pass78,076 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,076 miles
    Test number
    139943652060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront no. plate cracked
    • NoteFront tyres getting low on tread/wearing at edges

  21. Fail78,076 miles (+5,625)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,076 miles
    Test number
    757813552076
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront no. plate cracked
    • NoteFront tyres getting low on tread/wearing at edges

  22. Pass72,451 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    72,451 miles
    Test number
    808843451096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail72,448 miles (+5,605)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,448 miles
    Test number
    209552551006
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass66,843 miles (+11,252)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    66,843 miles
    Test number
    201428440065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,591 miles (+8,251)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    55,591 miles
    Test number
    803846748264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,340 miles (+3,459)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,340 miles
    Test number
    170120547225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,881 miles
    Test number
    760167746297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S36 CDV

Does S36 CDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S36 CDV expired on 1 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S36 CDV?
The MOT on S36 CDV expired on 1 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S36 CDV done?
S36 CDV was recorded at 105,400 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2024, an average of 3,403 miles a year.
Has S36 CDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S36 CDV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S36 CDV 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 S36 CDV find?
S36 CDV passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads wearing low.

Related registrations

Browse all S36 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.