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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

S3 SDFMOT history

S3 SDF is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 81,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2026.

S3 SDF green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,687 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 SDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 SDF was last recorded at 81,687 miles on 29 Aug 2026, 2,712 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,975 miles · 25 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,712 miles
Average per year
1,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,687 miles
  • 2025 – 78,975 miles
  • 2024 – 75,917 miles
  • 2023 – 75,897 miles
  • 2022 – 73,432 miles
  • 2021 – 70,906 miles
  • 2020 – 70,163 miles
  • 2019 – 65,877 miles
  • 2017 – 65,222 miles
  • 2016 – 64,314 miles
  • 2015 – 62,743 miles
  • 2013 – 62,501 miles
  • 2012 – 61,158 miles
  • 2011 – 58,869 miles
  • 2010 – 56,348 miles
  • 2009 – 53,936 miles
  • 2008 – 51,167 miles
  • 2007 – 47,814 miles
  • 2006 – 45,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,687 miles
  • AdvisoryLower surface rustRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,687 miles (+2,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,687 miles
    Test number
    809877749032
    • AdvisoryLower surface rust

  2. Pass78,975 miles (+3,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    78,975 miles
    Test number
    803552294783
    • AdvisoryLower surface rust

  3. Pass75,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,917 miles
    Test number
    640098997275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail75,917 miles (+20)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,917 miles
    Test number
    537613638581
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass75,897 miles (+2,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,897 miles
    Test number
    609400041297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  6. Pass73,432 miles (+2,526)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,432 miles
    Test number
    907263433656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass70,906 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    70,906 miles
    Test number
    161314005414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail70,906 miles (+743)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,906 miles
    Test number
    698948277802
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass70,163 miles (+4,286)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    70,163 miles
    Test number
    505532046406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,877 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    65,877 miles
    Test number
    154764016495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,873 miles (+651)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,873 miles
    Test number
    878941873526
    • DangerousNearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass65,222 miles (+908)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,222 miles
    Test number
    537201484048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass64,314 miles (+1,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,314 miles
    Test number
    239092053595
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass62,743 miles (+242)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,743 miles
    Test number
    827542535133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass62,501 miles (+1,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,501 miles
    Test number
    257216733411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass61,158 miles (+2,289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,158 miles
    Test number
    299677962126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,869 miles (+2,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,869 miles
    Test number
    457835361149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass56,348 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,348 miles
    Test number
    504650260176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,936 miles (+2,769)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,936 miles
    Test number
    722761269161
    • NoteO/s front tyre very low on tread

  20. Fail51,167 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,167 miles
    Test number
    184771768111
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  21. Pass51,167 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,167 miles
    Test number
    952721468194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,814 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,814 miles
    Test number
    410799907080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,049 miles
    Test number
    871536806013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 SDF

Does S3 SDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 SDF is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 SDF?
The MOT on S3 SDF is valid until 28 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 SDF done?
S3 SDF was recorded at 81,687 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2026, an average of 1,775 miles a year.
Has S3 SDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 SDF has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 SDF 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 SDF find?
S3 SDF passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: lower surface rust.

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