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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S3 GERMOT history

S3 GER is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 106,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2022.

S3 GER black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2023
Mileage
106,231 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 GER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 GER was last recorded at 106,231 miles on 17 Jan 2022, 142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,089 miles · 12 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
142 miles
Average per year
2,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 106,231 miles
  • 2021 – 102,079 miles
  • 2019 – 98,621 miles
  • 2018 – 96,308 miles
  • 2017 – 93,852 miles
  • 2016 – 91,203 miles
  • 2015 – 88,945 miles
  • 2014 – 86,909 miles
  • 2013 – 83,668 miles
  • 2012 – 80,837 miles
  • 2011 – 77,899 miles
  • 2010 – 74,713 miles
  • 2009 – 69,109 miles
  • 2008 – 69,021 miles
  • 2007 – 67,558 miles
  • 2006 – 65,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,231 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,231 miles (+142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,231 miles
    Test number
    358898360095
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers corroded

  2. Fail106,089 miles (+4,010)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,089 miles
    Test number
    904688880759
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers corroded

  3. Pass102,079 miles (+3,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,079 miles
    Test number
    657478110665
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBolt on sill covers corroded

  4. Pass98,621 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,621 miles
    Test number
    592565857088
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail98,611 miles (+2,303)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,611 miles
    Test number
    545995390232
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,308 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,308 miles
    Test number
    189740919466
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail96,278 miles (+2,426)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,278 miles
    Test number
    360667654014
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,852 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,852 miles
    Test number
    812576078556
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail93,814 miles (+2,611)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,814 miles
    Test number
    123081670464
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both front suspension arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass91,203 miles (+2,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,203 miles
    Test number
    475804895925
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass88,945 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,945 miles
    Test number
    845717985172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,909 miles (+28)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,909 miles
    Test number
    675655904214
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroding slightly

  13. Fail86,881 miles (+3,213)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,881 miles
    Test number
    576253904292
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s rear brake binding slightly

  14. Pass83,668 miles (+2,831)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,668 miles
    Test number
    579037793136
    • NotePart(s) of exhaust system deteriorated

  15. Pass80,837 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    80,837 miles
    Test number
    409878392170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,899 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,899 miles
    Test number
    365213201423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,713 miles (+5,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,713 miles
    Test number
    753996690138
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass69,109 miles (+88)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    69,109 miles
    Test number
    984280619252
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteRear brake pads

  19. Pass69,021 miles (+1,463)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,021 miles
    Test number
    393308498197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,558 miles (+2,292)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    67,558 miles
    Test number
    191724007205
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  21. Fail65,266 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,266 miles
    Test number
    291595406210
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  22. Pass65,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    65,266 miles
    Test number
    370265106439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 GER

Does S3 GER currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 GER expired on 28 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 GER?
The MOT on S3 GER expired on 28 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 GER done?
S3 GER was recorded at 106,231 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2022, an average of 2,645 miles a year.
Has S3 GER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 GER has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 GER 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 S3 GER find?
S3 GER passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; both outer sill covers corroded.

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