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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S45 DAAMOT history

S45 DAA is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2023.

S45 DAA green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2022
Mileage
114,387 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S45 DAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S45 DAA was last recorded at 114,387 miles on 31 Jul 2023, 5,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,084 miles · 17 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,303 miles
Average per year
3,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,387 miles
  • 2021 – 109,084 miles
  • 2020 – 104,876 miles
  • 2018 – 100,267 miles
  • 2017 – 97,740 miles
  • 2016 – 96,394 miles
  • 2015 – 93,472 miles
  • 2014 – 90,378 miles
  • 2013 – 87,046 miles
  • 2012 – 84,574 miles
  • 2011 – 79,319 miles
  • 2010 – 75,869 miles
  • 2009 – 70,823 miles
  • 2008 – 67,183 miles
  • 2007 – 62,147 miles
  • 2006 – 53,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,387 miles
  • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative will not stay in 'on' position (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated or brake pad wear warning light (1.1.10 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near securing clip at outer end of bottom suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near securing clip at outer end of bottom suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Slight knock in steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Numerous

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail114,387 miles (+5,303)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,387 miles
    Test number
    163977499272
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative will not stay in 'on' position (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated or brake pad wear warning light (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near securing clip at outer end of bottom suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded near securing clip at outer end of bottom suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass109,084 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    109,084 miles
    Test number
    531161222311
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Numerous (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Slight knock in steering rack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail109,084 miles (+1,542)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,084 miles
    Test number
    579567942226
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated Lower column shaft (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Numerous (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Slight knock in steering rack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass107,542 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,542 miles
    Test number
    330213763745
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail107,542 miles (+2,666)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,542 miles
    Test number
    294831591859
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass104,876 miles (+4,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,876 miles
    Test number
    436916397910
    • 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))

  7. Pass100,267 miles (+2,527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,267 miles
    Test number
    849134024108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass97,740 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,740 miles
    Test number
    440768322532
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail97,740 miles (+1,346)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,740 miles
    Test number
    644431085504
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass96,394 miles (+2,922)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    96,394 miles
    Test number
    935071831915
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded - rear silencer blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  11. Pass93,472 miles (+3,094)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    93,472 miles
    Test number
    316753476983
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner rack joints

  12. Pass90,378 miles (+3,332)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    90,378 miles
    Test number
    355661944441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass87,046 miles (+2,472)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    87,046 miles
    Test number
    809444533284
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass84,574 miles (+34)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    84,574 miles
    Test number
    787495832214
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust rear box deteriorated

  15. Fail84,540 miles (+5,221)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,540 miles
    Test number
    738931782172
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass79,319 miles (+3,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,319 miles
    Test number
    186475871164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail75,869 miles (+5,046)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,869 miles
    Test number
    391509650149
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass70,823 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    70,823 miles
    Test number
    883190049121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail70,823 miles (+3,640)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,823 miles
    Test number
    874400049178
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass67,183 miles (+5,036)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,183 miles
    Test number
    634459358166
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to legal limit
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads approx 70% worn
    • NoteFront brake hoses perished

  21. Pass62,147 miles (+8,190)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,147 miles
    Test number
    704447337175
    • NoteEngine oil seems to be leaking onto steering column

  22. Pass53,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    53,957 miles
    Test number
    510574646008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S45 DAA

Does S45 DAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S45 DAA expired on 16 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S45 DAA?
The MOT on S45 DAA expired on 16 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S45 DAA done?
S45 DAA was recorded at 114,387 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2023, an average of 3,461 miles a year.
Has S45 DAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S45 DAA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S45 DAA 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 S45 DAA find?
S45 DAA failed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2023 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: hazard warning switch inoperative will not stay in 'on' position; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside headlamp aim too high, and 10 more.

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