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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S54 MKVMOT history

S54 MKV is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 15 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

S54 MKV green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
105,811 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 MKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 MKV was last recorded at 105,811 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,408 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
403 miles
Average per year
2,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,811 miles
  • 2025 – 105,408 miles
  • 2024 – 104,882 miles
  • 2023 – 104,061 miles
  • 2022 – 103,331 miles
  • 2021 – 102,627 miles
  • 2020 – 102,133 miles
  • 2019 – 101,253 miles
  • 2018 – 99,608 miles
  • 2017 – 98,515 miles
  • 2016 – 93,154 miles
  • 2015 – 86,541 miles
  • 2012 – 85,812 miles
  • 2011 – 80,818 miles
  • 2010 – 76,811 miles
  • 2009 – 71,056 miles
  • 2008 – 64,029 miles
  • 2007 – 60,658 miles
  • 2006 – 57,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,811 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,811 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    105,811 miles
    Test number
    248108489648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,408 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    105,408 miles
    Test number
    377597971722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail105,408 miles (+526)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,408 miles
    Test number
    131454510239
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass104,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    781798899457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,882 miles (+821)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    495423992579
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass104,061 miles (+730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    104,061 miles
    Test number
    764670883823
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass103,331 miles (+704)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    103,331 miles
    Test number
    360164697516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    102,627 miles
    Test number
    638315533724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,627 miles (+494)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,627 miles
    Test number
    168737852607
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass102,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    102,133 miles
    Test number
    772090444010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,133 miles (+880)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,133 miles
    Test number
    575242905373
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass101,253 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,253 miles
    Test number
    773266285804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,608 miles (+1,093)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    99,608 miles
    Test number
    342448130566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,515 miles
    Test number
    854058626776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail98,515 miles (+5,361)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,515 miles
    Test number
    709333177372
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass93,154 miles (+6,613)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    93,154 miles
    Test number
    897442091680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass86,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,541 miles
    Test number
    195601135113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail86,541 miles (+729)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,541 miles
    Test number
    929191235140
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass85,812 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,812 miles
    Test number
    707157842241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,818 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,818 miles
    Test number
    125064381035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,811 miles
    Test number
    244783160140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,811 miles
    Test number
    930573660195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail76,811 miles (+5,755)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,811 miles
    Test number
    100405950192
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass71,056 miles (+7,027)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,056 miles
    Test number
    463047279112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass64,029 miles (+3,371)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    64,029 miles
    Test number
    801414948021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,658 miles (+3,257)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,658 miles
    Test number
    852324907059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteStonechip in windscreen

  27. Pass57,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,401 miles
    Test number
    721484706094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 MKV

Does S54 MKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S54 MKV is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S54 MKV?
The MOT on S54 MKV is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S54 MKV done?
S54 MKV was recorded at 105,811 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 2,356 miles a year.
Has S54 MKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 MKV has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S54 MKV 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 S54 MKV find?
S54 MKV passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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