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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S46 COUMOT history

S46 COU is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2023 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2022.

S46 COU silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2023
Mileage
97,602 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S46 COU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S46 COU was last recorded at 97,602 miles on 1 Jul 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,599 miles · 17 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,602 miles
  • 2021 – 97,038 miles
  • 2020 – 96,639 miles
  • 2019 – 96,065 miles
  • 2017 – 95,401 miles
  • 2016 – 94,340 miles
  • 2014 – 92,912 miles
  • 2013 – 92,581 miles
  • 2010 – 91,278 miles
  • 2008 – 88,454 miles
  • 2007 – 80,132 miles
  • 2006 – 71,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,602 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear links bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear fuel tank straps 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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Fuel tank strap corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear links

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished /small splits

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,602 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    97,602 miles
    Test number
    136492953156
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear links bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank straps corroded
  2. Fail97,599 miles (+561)2 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,599 miles
    Test number
    877041619953
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outerwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outerwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction centre mirror dangling down (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear links bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank straps corroded
  3. Pass97,038 miles (+5)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    618718461392
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished /small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
  4. Fail97,033 miles (+394)1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,033 miles
    Test number
    431533466933
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished /small splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
  5. Pass96,639 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,639 miles
    Test number
    299294856802
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin may require to attention (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated may require to attention (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has slightly tears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front track rod end slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth head light slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
  6. Fail96,639 miles (+574)1 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,639 miles
    Test number
    407634055389
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin may require to attention (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated may require to attention (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has slightly tears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front track rod end slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth head light slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
  7. Pass96,065 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,065 miles
    Test number
    624827907173
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights starting to deteriorate
  8. Fail96,057 miles (+656)3 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,057 miles
    Test number
    944718005134
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
  9. Pass95,401 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,401 miles
    Test number
    398934441573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70-80% worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to wear bars 2.13mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to wear bars (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake cable outer cover damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
  10. Fail95,401 miles (+1,061)3 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,401 miles
    Test number
    853857646404
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70-80% worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to wear bars 2.13mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to wear bars (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake cable outer cover damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
  11. Pass94,340 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    94,340 miles
    Test number
    545440637570
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes are correded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff rubber worn
  12. Fail94,340 miles (+1,428)12 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,340 miles
    Test number
    907558087278
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes are correded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff rubber worn
  13. Pass92,912 miles (+331)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,912 miles
    Test number
    597126574231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass92,581 miles (+1,303)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,581 miles
    Test number
    659624083267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  15. Pass91,278 miles (+64)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    91,278 miles
    Test number
    151028590025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  16. Fail91,214 miles (+2,760)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,214 miles
    Test number
    773025480051
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  17. Pass88,454 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    88,454 miles
    Test number
    672527008166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail88,354 miles (+8,222)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,354 miles
    Test number
    933602308121
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass80,132 miles (+8,611)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    80,132 miles
    Test number
    201815867068
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r handbrake low effort
  20. Pass71,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    71,521 miles
    Test number
    553618946078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,521 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,521 miles
    Test number
    360268846090
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about S46 COU

Does S46 COU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S46 COU expired on 30 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S46 COU?
The MOT on S46 COU expired on 30 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S46 COU done?
S46 COU was recorded at 97,602 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2022, an average of 1,594 miles a year.
Has S46 COU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S46 COU has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S46 COU 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 S46 COU find?
S46 COU passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2022 with 8 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear links bushes deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps, and 5 more.

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