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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S59 ABNMOT history

S59 ABN is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 117,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

S59 ABN black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2026
Mileage
117,199 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S59 ABN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S59 ABN was last recorded at 117,199 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 4,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,141 miles · 12 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,058 miles
Average per year
2,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,199 miles
  • 2024 – 113,141 miles
  • 2023 – 112,986 miles
  • 2022 – 112,665 miles
  • 2021 – 111,693 miles
  • 2020 – 111,372 miles
  • 2019 – 107,819 miles
  • 2018 – 105,398 miles
  • 2017 – 100,644 miles
  • 2016 – 99,702 miles
  • 2015 – 99,679 miles
  • 2014 – 99,152 miles
  • 2013 – 95,189 miles
  • 2012 – 94,579 miles
  • 2011 – 91,673 miles
  • 2010 – 89,746 miles
  • 2009 – 86,924 miles
  • 2008 – 84,028 miles
  • 2007 – 81,735 miles
  • 2006 – 78,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,199 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play u joint (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryInner & outer sills corroded

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 noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,199 miles (+4,058)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    117,199 miles
    Test number
    255804046417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play u joint (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryInner & outer sills corroded

  2. Pass113,141 miles (+155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    113,141 miles
    Test number
    266670472925
    • AdvisoryALL FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION PARTS HEAVILY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryO/S SILL CORRODED

  3. Pass112,986 miles (+321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    112,986 miles
    Test number
    878406750706
    • AdvisorySills are showing signs of corrosion

  4. Pass112,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,665 miles
    Test number
    476656367574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,665 miles (+972)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,665 miles
    Test number
    925915818080
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass111,693 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    111,693 miles
    Test number
    940122778866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,372 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    111,372 miles
    Test number
    554740710315
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail111,372 miles (+3,553)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,372 miles
    Test number
    284410675047
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass107,819 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    107,819 miles
    Test number
    699736483713
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires attention/ adjustment

  10. Fail107,819 miles (+2,421)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,819 miles
    Test number
    214724265658
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lense deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lense deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires attention/ adjustment

  11. Pass105,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    105,398 miles
    Test number
    816860084577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,398 miles (+4,754)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,398 miles
    Test number
    441200918980
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass100,644 miles (+942)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,644 miles
    Test number
    355699750175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,702 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    99,702 miles
    Test number
    168307349832
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  15. Pass99,679 miles (+527)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    99,679 miles
    Test number
    338101245476
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass99,152 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    99,152 miles
    Test number
    128508484437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,189 miles (+610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    95,189 miles
    Test number
    466007483033
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  18. Pass94,579 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    94,579 miles
    Test number
    448073462042
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  19. Fail94,574 miles (+2,901)4 failures3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,574 miles
    Test number
    125990362449
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  20. Pass91,673 miles (+1,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,673 miles
    Test number
    816895291005
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass89,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    89,746 miles
    Test number
    360849800264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail89,746 miles (+2,822)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,746 miles
    Test number
    324544690140
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail86,924 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,924 miles
    Test number
    142978899131
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack,

  24. Pass86,924 miles (+2,896)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    86,924 miles
    Test number
    372908799107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack,

  25. Pass84,028 miles (+2,293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,028 miles
    Test number
    184063698171
    • 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)

  26. Pass81,735 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    81,735 miles
    Test number
    244140397114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass78,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    78,809 miles
    Test number
    924084686197
    • 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)

Questions about S59 ABN

Does S59 ABN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S59 ABN expired on 11 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S59 ABN?
The MOT on S59 ABN expired on 11 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S59 ABN done?
S59 ABN was recorded at 117,199 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 2,003 miles a year.
Has S59 ABN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S59 ABN has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S59 ABN 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 S59 ABN find?
S59 ABN passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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