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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S41 FANMOT history

S41 FAN is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 137,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

S41 FAN green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
137,853 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S41 FAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S41 FAN was last recorded at 137,853 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 3,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,840 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,013 miles
Average per year
2,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,853 miles
  • 2025 – 134,840 miles
  • 2023 – 133,248 miles
  • 2022 – 133,211 miles
  • 2020 – 131,480 miles
  • 2019 – 125,885 miles
  • 2018 – 122,115 miles
  • 2017 – 118,847 miles
  • 2016 – 114,559 miles
  • 2015 – 110,269 miles
  • 2014 – 109,004 miles
  • 2013 – 108,472 miles
  • 2012 – 107,753 miles
  • 2011 – 103,668 miles
  • 2010 – 93,966 miles
  • 2008 – 93,851 miles
  • 2005 – 92,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,853 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Both front wishbones rear bushes worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,853 miles (+3,013)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    137,853 miles
    Test number
    333938442397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass134,840 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    134,840 miles
    Test number
    227381301546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass133,248 miles (+37)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    133,248 miles
    Test number
    844866049337
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components

  4. Pass133,211 miles (+1,731)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    133,211 miles
    Test number
    527111795570
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components

  5. Pass131,480 miles (+5,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,480 miles
    Test number
    676078796512
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass125,885 miles (+3,770)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,885 miles
    Test number
    244846574493
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass122,115 miles (+3,268)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    122,115 miles
    Test number
    619666995041
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass118,847 miles (+4,288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,847 miles
    Test number
    208382446177
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbones rear bushes worn

  9. Pass114,559 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,559 miles
    Test number
    366551856829
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbones rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes to calipers corroded

  10. Fail114,554 miles (+4,285)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,554 miles
    Test number
    990771429804
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbones rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes to calipers corroded

  11. Pass110,269 miles (+1,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,269 miles
    Test number
    657905685197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass109,004 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,004 miles
    Test number
    668815004255
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail109,004 miles (+532)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,004 miles
    Test number
    437473304205
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass108,472 miles8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    108,472 miles
    Test number
    238953493495
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated

  15. Fail108,461 miles (+708)1 failure7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,461 miles
    Test number
    319673993183
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated

  16. Pass107,753 miles (+2)8 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,753 miles
    Test number
    935525492107
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly faded
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside headlamp beam image slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside headlamp beam image slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear brakes slightly out-of-balance

  17. Fail107,751 miles (+4,083)1 failure8 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,751 miles
    Test number
    298094192145
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly faded
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside headlamp beam image slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside headlamp beam image slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear brakes slightly out-of-balance

  18. Pass103,668 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    103,668 miles
    Test number
    379980641139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteFuel cap saeling washer slightly deterioated
    • NoteNearside front brake disc slightly warped

  19. Fail103,666 miles (+9,700)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,666 miles
    Test number
    586520041148
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteFuel cap saeling washer slightly deterioated

  20. Pass93,966 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    93,966 miles
    Test number
    664902740123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail93,947 miles (+96)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,947 miles
    Test number
    224311140406
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass93,851 miles (+863)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,851 miles
    Test number
    931569278118
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inside edge

  23. Pass92,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    92,988 miles
    Test number
    701765925239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S41 FAN

Does S41 FAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S41 FAN is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S41 FAN?
The MOT on S41 FAN is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S41 FAN done?
S41 FAN was recorded at 137,853 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 2,128 miles a year.
Has S41 FAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S41 FAN has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on S41 FAN 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 S41 FAN find?
S41 FAN passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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