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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

S48 LKOMOT history

S48 LKO is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 50,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

S48 LKO green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2026
Mileage
50,955 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S48 LKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S48 LKO was last recorded at 50,955 miles on 18 May 2026, 511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,444 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
511 miles
Average per year
1,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,955 miles
  • 2025 – 50,444 miles
  • 2024 – 48,751 miles
  • 2023 – 46,702 miles
  • 2022 – 45,855 miles
  • 2021 – 44,883 miles
  • 2020 – 43,672 miles
  • 2019 – 41,702 miles
  • 2018 – 39,955 miles
  • 2017 – 38,357 miles
  • 2016 – 37,572 miles
  • 2013 – 37,324 miles
  • 2012 – 37,226 miles
  • 2011 – 36,984 miles
  • 2010 – 36,065 miles
  • 2009 – 35,578 miles
  • 2008 – 34,172 miles
  • 2007 – 31,991 miles
  • 2006 – 30,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail50,955 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail50,955 miles (+511)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    153089600664
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass50,444 miles (+1,693)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    50,444 miles
    Test number
    623477651070
    • AdvisoryAux drive belts perished
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak possibly water pump or flange area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass48,751 miles (+2,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    48,751 miles
    Test number
    957372164934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass46,702 miles (+847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    46,702 miles
    Test number
    415736344098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass45,855 miles (+972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    45,855 miles
    Test number
    295406684907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass44,883 miles (+1,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    44,883 miles
    Test number
    526854272443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryMisfire

  7. Pass43,672 miles (+1,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,672 miles
    Test number
    418128354648
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight misfire

  8. Pass41,702 miles (+1,747)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,702 miles
    Test number
    912998218322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight misfire on fast idle

  9. Pass39,955 miles (+1,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,955 miles
    Test number
    658107610820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake slightly binding

  10. Pass38,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,357 miles
    Test number
    510234825763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail38,357 miles (+785)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,357 miles
    Test number
    588014630245
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass37,572 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,572 miles
    Test number
    736272982088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,324 miles (+98)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    37,324 miles
    Test number
    766104913278
    • NoteOffside front tyre,slight cracking of tread/wall.

  14. Pass37,226 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,226 miles
    Test number
    439378602233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,984 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,984 miles
    Test number
    147371701232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail36,956 miles (+891)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,956 miles
    Test number
    116274891119
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteNearside rear anti roll bar link slightly adrift

  17. Pass36,065 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,065 miles
    Test number
    122260670097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    35,578 miles
    Test number
    953959249058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,578 miles (+1,406)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,578 miles
    Test number
    122079049462
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass34,172 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,172 miles
    Test number
    753379328058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,991 miles (+1,658)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,991 miles
    Test number
    474568617064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    30,333 miles
    Test number
    533629216036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S48 LKO

Does S48 LKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S48 LKO expired on 17 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S48 LKO?
The MOT on S48 LKO expired on 17 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S48 LKO done?
S48 LKO was recorded at 50,955 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 1,015 miles a year.
Has S48 LKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S48 LKO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S48 LKO 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 S48 LKO find?
S48 LKO failed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 major defect and 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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