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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S36 MKVMOT history

S36 MKV is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 90,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2022.

S36 MKV blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2023
Mileage
90,737 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S36 MKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S36 MKV was last recorded at 90,737 miles on 29 Sept 2022, 239 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,498 miles · 17 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
239 miles
Average per year
4,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,737 miles
  • 2021 – 88,668 miles
  • 2020 – 88,652 miles
  • 2019 – 87,267 miles
  • 2018 – 85,658 miles
  • 2017 – 83,636 miles
  • 2016 – 81,955 miles
  • 2013 – 79,563 miles
  • 2012 – 74,738 miles
  • 2011 – 71,741 miles
  • 2010 – 63,582 miles
  • 2009 – 47,611 miles
  • 2008 – 34,221 miles
  • 2007 – 21,537 miles
  • 2006 – 21,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,737 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal crackingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNo EML on dash ?Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside dip beam pattern no kickRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres rubber cracking in tread a lot and deep (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside washer jet only one spray

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 Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,737 miles (+239)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,737 miles
    Test number
    176583963758
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal cracking
    • AdvisoryNo EML on dash ?
    • AdvisoryOffside dip beam pattern no kick
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres rubber cracking in tread a lot and deep (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet only one spray

  2. Fail90,498 miles (+1,830)4 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,498 miles
    Test number
    719356412453
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low Been reset (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Started working when tapped (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal cracking
    • AdvisoryNo EML on dash ?
    • AdvisoryOffside Dip beam pattern no kick
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres rubber cracking a lot and deep and pressures low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass88,668 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,668 miles
    Test number
    307792526900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail88,652 miles (+1,385)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    950348878765
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass87,267 miles (+1,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,267 miles
    Test number
    103981840686
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass85,658 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    85,658 miles
    Test number
    711752423178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,657 miles (+2,021)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,657 miles
    Test number
    279502861042
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass83,636 miles (+1,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,636 miles
    Test number
    627988264466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass81,955 miles (+2,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,955 miles
    Test number
    334338129914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Low on the inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass79,563 miles (+4,825)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,563 miles
    Test number
    825264793183
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass74,738 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,738 miles
    Test number
    296901992414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail74,735 miles (+2,994)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,735 miles
    Test number
    276657682427
    • 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)

  13. Pass71,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    71,741 miles
    Test number
    807742491138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,741 miles (+8,159)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,741 miles
    Test number
    796072591176
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass63,582 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    63,582 miles
    Test number
    982472300205
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail63,581 miles (+15,970)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,581 miles
    Test number
    463121400276
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass47,611 miles (+89)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,611 miles
    Test number
    993424399192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perrished

  18. Fail47,522 miles (+13,301)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,522 miles
    Test number
    893801999112
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perrished

  19. Pass34,221 miles (+12,684)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,221 miles
    Test number
    250424698499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,537 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,537 miles
    Test number
    511673107151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,037 miles
    Test number
    690993206167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S36 MKV

Does S36 MKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S36 MKV expired on 28 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S36 MKV?
The MOT on S36 MKV expired on 28 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S36 MKV done?
S36 MKV was recorded at 90,737 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2022, an average of 4,234 miles a year.
Has S36 MKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S36 MKV has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S36 MKV 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 MKV find?
S36 MKV passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2022 with 6 advisories: fuel cap rubber seal cracking; no eml on dash ?; offside dip beam pattern no kick, and 3 more.

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