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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,991 cc

S49 JGPMOT history

S49 JGP is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 61,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2022.

S49 JGP silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2023
Mileage
61,750 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S49 JGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S49 JGP was last recorded at 61,750 miles on 13 Oct 2022, 244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,506 miles · 5 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
244 miles
Average per year
1,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 61,750 miles
  • 2021 – 61,506 miles
  • 2020 – 61,137 miles
  • 2019 – 60,979 miles
  • 2018 – 60,346 miles
  • 2017 – 59,718 miles
  • 2016 – 58,998 miles
  • 2015 – 58,000 miles
  • 2014 – 56,579 miles
  • 2013 – 55,390 miles
  • 2012 – 54,180 miles
  • 2011 – 53,193 miles
  • 2010 – 52,302 miles
  • 2009 – 50,539 miles
  • 2008 – 46,931 miles
  • 2007 – 45,584 miles
  • 2006 – 43,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,750 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres over 10 years old also nearside front tyre

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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Some suspension parts rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,750 miles (+244)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,750 miles
    Test number
    407490039044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres over 10 years old also nearside front tyre

  2. Pass61,506 miles (+369)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,506 miles
    Test number
    581964606722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass61,137 miles (+158)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,137 miles
    Test number
    378013355959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes rusty

  4. Pass60,979 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,979 miles
    Test number
    278894096683
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySome suspension parts rusty

  5. Fail60,963 miles (+617)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,963 miles
    Test number
    217726643226
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySome suspension parts rusty

  6. Pass60,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    60,346 miles
    Test number
    484418414415
    • AdvisorySome suspnsion parts starting to rust

  7. Fail60,346 miles (+628)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,346 miles
    Test number
    279065524417
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySome suspnsion parts starting to rust

  8. Pass59,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    238214761813
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame and bottom suspension arms rusty

  9. Fail59,718 miles (+720)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    716822067784
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame and bottom suspension arms rusty

  10. Pass58,998 miles (+998)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,998 miles
    Test number
    787158088187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,000 miles (+1,421)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    58,000 miles
    Test number
    895605521412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  12. Pass56,579 miles (+1,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,579 miles
    Test number
    519549574207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass55,390 miles (+1,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,390 miles
    Test number
    797158363270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass54,180 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,180 miles
    Test number
    926938862221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,193 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    53,193 miles
    Test number
    575253961283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,302 miles (+1,763)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,302 miles
    Test number
    790301590262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,539 miles (+3,608)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,539 miles
    Test number
    543963609238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,931 miles (+1,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,931 miles
    Test number
    461691328248
    • 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)

  19. Pass45,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,584 miles
    Test number
    562524217208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail45,584 miles (+1,970)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,584 miles
    Test number
    772683217241
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass43,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,614 miles
    Test number
    532029116298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S49 JGP

Does S49 JGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S49 JGP expired on 17 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S49 JGP?
The MOT on S49 JGP expired on 17 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S49 JGP done?
S49 JGP was recorded at 61,750 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2022, an average of 1,121 miles a year.
Has S49 JGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S49 JGP has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on S49 JGP 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 S49 JGP find?
S49 JGP passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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