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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S53 APCMOT history

S53 APC is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 90,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S53 APC red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,231 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 APC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 APC was last recorded at 90,231 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,231 miles · 23 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,231 miles
  • 2025 – 85,814 miles
  • 2024 – 84,768 miles
  • 2023 – 83,137 miles
  • 2022 – 76,879 miles
  • 2021 – 73,503 miles
  • 2020 – 72,821 miles
  • 2019 – 72,379 miles
  • 2018 – 70,224 miles
  • 2017 – 66,749 miles
  • 2016 – 61,135 miles
  • 2015 – 54,725 miles
  • 2014 – 43,664 miles
  • 2013 – 34,322 miles
  • 2012 – 34,099 miles
  • 2011 – 33,688 miles
  • 2010 – 32,885 miles
  • 2009 – 32,444 miles
  • 2008 – 32,022 miles
  • 2007 – 30,926 miles
  • 2006 – 30,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,231 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s front & rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,231 miles
    Test number
    434691102169
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s front & rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail90,231 miles (+4,417)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,231 miles
    Test number
    424775814990
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s front & rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass85,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    85,814 miles
    Test number
    742469155070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,814 miles (+1,046)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,814 miles
    Test number
    192522008001
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass84,768 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    84,768 miles
    Test number
    772122261619
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail84,764 miles (+1,627)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,764 miles
    Test number
    670384944377
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    83,137 miles
    Test number
    822408558552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail83,137 miles (+6,258)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,137 miles
    Test number
    630313630058
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass76,879 miles (+3,376)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    76,879 miles
    Test number
    658887533061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,503 miles (+682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    73,503 miles
    Test number
    241330101012
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,821 miles (+442)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    72,821 miles
    Test number
    496236940355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,379 miles
    Test number
    926971943154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,379 miles (+2,155)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,379 miles
    Test number
    560650217558
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass70,224 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,224 miles
    Test number
    482329041816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail70,224 miles (+3,475)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,224 miles
    Test number
    638248108196
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass66,749 miles (+5,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,749 miles
    Test number
    206634268423
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nsf osf flexi (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass61,135 miles (+6,410)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,135 miles
    Test number
    213757108563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,725 miles (+25)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,725 miles
    Test number
    216838795094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre crackin g splitting on side wall edge

  19. Fail54,700 miles (+11,036)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,700 miles
    Test number
    847797095084
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre crackin g splitting on side wall edge

  20. Pass43,664 miles (+9,342)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,664 miles
    Test number
    925515104163
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass34,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    34,322 miles
    Test number
    168733713119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail34,322 miles (+223)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,322 miles
    Test number
    408673113160
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  23. Pass34,099 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,099 miles
    Test number
    839830652163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,688 miles (+803)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,688 miles
    Test number
    559583471137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  25. Pass32,885 miles (+441)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,885 miles
    Test number
    710347740100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,444 miles (+422)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,444 miles
    Test number
    222154979182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBrake pipes pitted
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low
    • NotePower steering fluid leak

  27. Pass32,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,022 miles
    Test number
    474002968156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,022 miles (+1,096)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,022 miles
    Test number
    561881668171
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFRONT WISH BONE REAR BUSHERS WORN

  29. Pass30,926 miles (+853)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,926 miles
    Test number
    300009357197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,073 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,073 miles
    Test number
    244794346274
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about S53 APC

Does S53 APC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S53 APC is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S53 APC?
The MOT on S53 APC is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S53 APC done?
S53 APC was recorded at 90,231 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,031 miles a year.
Has S53 APC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 APC has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S53 APC 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 S53 APC find?
S53 APC passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s front & rear.

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