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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S54 OCCMOT history

S54 OCC is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 46,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

S54 OCC red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
46,586 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 OCC
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 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 OCC was last recorded at 46,586 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,164 miles · 17 May 2023
Between the last two tests
422 miles
Average per year
440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,586 miles
  • 2023 – 46,164 miles
  • 2022 – 45,800 miles
  • 2021 – 45,800 miles
  • 2020 – 45,605 miles
  • 2018 – 43,277 miles
  • 2017 – 42,962 miles
  • 2016 – 42,595 miles
  • 2015 – 42,250 miles
  • 2014 – 41,634 miles
  • 2013 – 41,542 miles
  • 2012 – 41,268 miles
  • 2011 – 40,783 miles
  • 2010 – 40,082 miles
  • 2009 – 39,813 miles
  • 2008 – 39,380 miles
  • 2007 – 39,170 miles
  • 2006 – 37,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,586 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.

  • Note; Perishing present across both rear tyre treads.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Note; slight perishing between outer front tyre treads.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs. (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass46,586 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    46,586 miles
    Test number
    456736737921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass46,164 miles (+364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    46,164 miles
    Test number
    834564167617
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass45,800 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    45,800 miles
    Test number
    943033891176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront window screen has small chip
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components to underside slightly surface corrosion
  4. Pass45,800 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    45,800 miles
    Test number
    492589744567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    45,605 miles
    Test number
    255756444633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail45,605 miles (+2,328)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,605 miles
    Test number
    295955516887
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass43,277 miles (+315)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    43,277 miles
    Test number
    141714225128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass42,962 miles (+367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,962 miles
    Test number
    609421081416
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  9. Pass42,595 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,595 miles
    Test number
    297179784970
    • AdvisoryNote; Perishing present across both rear tyre treads.
    • AdvisoryNote; slight perishing between outer front tyre treads.
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs. (3.5.1i)
  10. Fail42,595 miles (+345)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,595 miles
    Test number
    530707995229
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNote; Perishing present across both rear tyre treads.
    • AdvisoryNote; slight perishing between outer front tyre treads.
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs. (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass42,250 miles (+616)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,250 miles
    Test number
    506405685034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,634 miles (+92)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    255609654035
    • NoteNote:slight corrosion present to rear discs pass at time of test.
  13. Pass41,542 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,542 miles
    Test number
    229883763015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,268 miles (+485)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,268 miles
    Test number
    486549932134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,783 miles
    Test number
    268988031157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,783 miles (+1)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,783 miles
    Test number
    105333431184
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Fail40,782 miles (+700)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,782 miles
    Test number
    305154701154
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine guard and undertray damaged.
    • NoteNearside floor/chassis scuffed.
  18. Pass40,082 miles (+269)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    40,082 miles
    Test number
    154365200185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,813 miles (+433)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,813 miles
    Test number
    951799899080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,380 miles (+210)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,380 miles
    Test number
    123384198036
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
  21. Pass39,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,170 miles
    Test number
    930683007192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,170 miles (+1,471)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,170 miles
    Test number
    720443507152
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  23. Pass37,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,699 miles
    Test number
    182369016068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 OCC

Does S54 OCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S54 OCC is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S54 OCC?
The MOT on S54 OCC is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S54 OCC done?
S54 OCC was recorded at 46,586 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 440 miles a year.
Has S54 OCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 OCC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on S54 OCC 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 OCC find?
S54 OCC passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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