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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S4 LHCMOT history

S4 LHC is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

S4 LHC silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,498 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 LHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
11 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 LHC was last recorded at 121,498 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,498 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,498 miles
  • 2025 – 121,414 miles
  • 2024 – 120,643 miles
  • 2023 – 120,590 miles
  • 2022 – 120,028 miles
  • 2021 – 119,716 miles
  • 2020 – 118,973 miles
  • 2019 – 117,737 miles
  • 2018 – 116,165 miles
  • 2017 – 114,100 miles
  • 2016 – 111,803 miles
  • 2015 – 109,271 miles
  • 2014 – 105,823 miles
  • 2013 – 104,205 miles
  • 2012 – 103,475 miles
  • 2011 – 102,792 miles
  • 2010 – 101,114 miles
  • 2009 – 94,653 miles
  • 2008 – 91,769 miles
  • 2007 – 87,092 miles
  • 2006 – 81,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,498 miles
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear pull right (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,498 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,498 miles
    Test number
    610049819370
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear pull right (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail121,498 miles (+84)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,498 miles
    Test number
    145645815991
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass121,414 miles (+771)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,414 miles
    Test number
    446952033620
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded and greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass120,643 miles (+53)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    120,643 miles
    Test number
    704766736541
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass120,590 miles (+562)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    120,590 miles
    Test number
    953532677357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp innop

  6. Pass120,028 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    120,028 miles
    Test number
    197211024016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,023 miles (+307)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,023 miles
    Test number
    544898753278
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass119,716 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,716 miles
    Test number
    249193692308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail119,712 miles (+739)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,712 miles
    Test number
    154606289487
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sil near wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sil near wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced just in front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced just in front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,973 miles (+1,236)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    118,973 miles
    Test number
    414219789609
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryDamp around offside end of steering rack
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  11. Pass117,737 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,737 miles
    Test number
    224143495301
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security structural sill box sections slight corrosion. also unable to check outer as sill covers fitted (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to wear warning bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to wear warning bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMetal outer sill covers heavily corroded (non structural)

  12. Fail117,737 miles (+1,572)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,737 miles
    Test number
    380785195035
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill corroded within prescribed area of suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill corroded within prescribed area of suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to wear warning bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to wear warning bars (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass116,165 miles (+90)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    116,165 miles
    Test number
    649970284906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamp around steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn

  14. Fail116,075 miles (+1,975)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,075 miles
    Test number
    137893253393
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamp around steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn

  15. Pass114,100 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    114,100 miles
    Test number
    112673693897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,803 miles (+2,532)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    111,803 miles
    Test number
    555279178614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,271 miles (+3,448)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    109,271 miles
    Test number
    545040355199
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres perishing

  18. Pass105,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    105,823 miles
    Test number
    139760624457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail105,823 miles (+1,618)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,823 miles
    Test number
    708367914061
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass104,205 miles (+730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,205 miles
    Test number
    197585283404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass103,475 miles (+683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    103,475 miles
    Test number
    515139082004
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass102,792 miles (+1,678)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    102,792 miles
    Test number
    766118991028
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass101,114 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    101,114 miles
    Test number
    460124920206
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail101,114 miles (+6,461)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,114 miles
    Test number
    361543320298
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass94,653 miles (+2,884)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    94,653 miles
    Test number
    420520159239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass91,769 miles (+4,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    91,769 miles
    Test number
    141487848267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass87,092 miles (+5,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    87,092 miles
    Test number
    114512447276
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass81,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    81,700 miles
    Test number
    272368146203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 LHC

Does S4 LHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 LHC is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 LHC?
The MOT on S4 LHC is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 LHC done?
S4 LHC was recorded at 121,498 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 1,990 miles a year.
Has S4 LHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 LHC has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 LHC 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 S4 LHC find?
S4 LHC passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear pull right; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded, and 4 more.

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