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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S3 RCEMOT history

S3 RCE is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 51,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

S3 RCE silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
51,299 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 RCE
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 valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 RCE was last recorded at 51,299 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,297 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,299 miles
  • 2025 – 48,227 miles
  • 2024 – 46,318 miles
  • 2023 – 44,406 miles
  • 2022 – 42,661 miles
  • 2021 – 40,661 miles
  • 2020 – 39,191 miles
  • 2019 – 36,851 miles
  • 2018 – 34,167 miles
  • 2017 – 32,096 miles
  • 2016 – 29,914 miles
  • 2015 – 27,462 miles
  • 2014 – 25,533 miles
  • 2013 – 23,830 miles
  • 2012 – 22,399 miles
  • 2011 – 20,822 miles
  • 2010 – 18,099 miles
  • 2009 – 16,074 miles
  • 2008 – 15,197 miles
  • 2007 – 14,285 miles
  • 2006 – 13,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,299 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,299 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    51,299 miles
    Test number
    136595416806
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail51,297 miles (+3,070)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,297 miles
    Test number
    985841847725
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass48,227 miles (+1,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    48,227 miles
    Test number
    495542629631
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass46,318 miles (+1,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    46,318 miles
    Test number
    180338719693
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass44,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    44,406 miles
    Test number
    142322652375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail44,406 miles (+1,745)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,406 miles
    Test number
    465430236658
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass42,661 miles (+2,000)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    42,661 miles
    Test number
    151987106114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,661 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    40,661 miles
    Test number
    286222229397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,191 miles (+2,340)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    39,191 miles
    Test number
    316750674898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,851 miles (+2,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    36,851 miles
    Test number
    533373424185
    • 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))

  11. Pass34,167 miles (+2,071)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    34,167 miles
    Test number
    475672861626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,096 miles (+2,182)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,096 miles
    Test number
    978230761845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,914 miles (+2,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,914 miles
    Test number
    475385337296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass27,462 miles (+1,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,462 miles
    Test number
    245334135491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass25,533 miles (+1,703)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,533 miles
    Test number
    757102964102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,830 miles (+1,431)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,830 miles
    Test number
    957691243101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,399 miles (+1,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,399 miles
    Test number
    885054662145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass20,822 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    20,822 miles
    Test number
    856390601202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,099 miles (+2,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    18,099 miles
    Test number
    532423290130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass16,074 miles (+877)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    16,074 miles
    Test number
    271048789134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,197 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    15,197 miles
    Test number
    202067898109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,285 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,285 miles
    Test number
    220427197170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,181 miles
    Test number
    180173296119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 RCE

Does S3 RCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 RCE is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 RCE?
The MOT on S3 RCE is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 RCE done?
S3 RCE was recorded at 51,299 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 1,903 miles a year.
Has S3 RCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 RCE has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 RCE 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 RCE find?
S3 RCE passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres.

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