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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S59 MGNMOT history

S59 MGN is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 8 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S59 MGN black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
130,483 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S59 MGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S59 MGN was last recorded at 130,483 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 1,425 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,058 miles · 28 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,425 miles
Average per year
3,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,483 miles
  • 2024 – 129,058 miles
  • 2023 – 128,193 miles
  • 2022 – 126,814 miles
  • 2019 – 122,521 miles
  • 2018 – 119,069 miles
  • 2017 – 114,378 miles
  • 2016 – 110,289 miles
  • 2015 – 107,139 miles
  • 2014 – 100,868 miles
  • 2012 – 94,100 miles
  • 2011 – 90,242 miles
  • 2010 – 87,696 miles
  • 2009 – 84,298 miles
  • 2007 – 73,049 miles
  • 2006 – 65,183 miles
  • 2005 – 57,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,483 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s/f and o/s/r tyre valve age cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,483 miles (+1,425)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    130,483 miles
    Test number
    191351750822
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass129,058 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    129,058 miles
    Test number
    586399527004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass128,193 miles (+1,379)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    128,193 miles
    Test number
    229860607912
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass126,814 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    126,814 miles
    Test number
    269908742232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass122,521 miles (+3,452)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,521 miles
    Test number
    940503030462
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from the gearbox

  6. Pass119,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    119,069 miles
    Test number
    598409186891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail119,069 miles (+4,691)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,069 miles
    Test number
    677264483791
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal: anti-slip provision missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass114,378 miles (+108)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    114,378 miles
    Test number
    198339682906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/r tyre valve age cracked
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on both under seal

  9. Fail114,270 miles (+3,981)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,270 miles
    Test number
    388568420358
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/r tyre valve age cracked
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on both under seal

  10. Pass110,289 miles (+15)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,289 miles
    Test number
    613563299820
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake cable in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on n/s/r outer sill
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on brake discs

  11. Fail110,274 miles (+3,135)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,274 miles
    Test number
    478518412110
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake cable in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on n/s/r outer sill
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on brake discs

  12. Pass107,139 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,139 miles
    Test number
    448713265071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount missing but system supported
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  13. Fail107,139 miles (+6,271)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,139 miles
    Test number
    646629745090
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount missing but system supported
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  14. Pass100,868 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,868 miles
    Test number
    209579144072
    • NoteFront number plate damaged.

  15. Fail100,868 miles (+6,768)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,868 miles
    Test number
    877019044086
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged.

  16. Pass94,100 miles (+3,858)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    94,100 miles
    Test number
    685032312341
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear window blacked out

  17. Pass90,242 miles (+2,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    90,242 miles
    Test number
    337785391211
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass87,696 miles (+3,398)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    87,696 miles
    Test number
    560856190237
    • NoteAdvise osf brake slight bind.
    • NoteAdvise rear discs coroding.

  19. Pass84,298 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    84,298 miles
    Test number
    371157999205
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding

  20. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    440134408323
    • NoteNearside rear anti roll bar, At top link is secure but not fully located.
    • NoteRear brake discs show rusting at edges and faces,

  21. Fail73,049 miles1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,049 miles
    Test number
    302125207361
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth front tyrtes are wearing at edges.
    • NoteNearside rear anti roll bar is not fully located at top of link.
    • NoteOil loss at engine area.
    • NoteRear brake discs faces are rusty at edges.
    • NoteRear brake pads appear low on friction material.

  22. Pass73,049 miles (+7,866)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    73,049 miles
    Test number
    393115807371
    • NoteBoth front tyrtes are wearing at edges.
    • NoteNearside rear anti roll bar is not fully located at top of link.
    • NoteOil loss at engine area.
    • NoteRear brake discs faces are rusty at edges.
    • NoteRear brake pads appear low on friction material.

  23. Pass65,183 miles (+7,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    65,183 miles
    Test number
    651122616350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass57,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    57,664 miles
    Test number
    312461115341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S59 MGN

Does S59 MGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S59 MGN is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S59 MGN?
The MOT on S59 MGN is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S59 MGN done?
S59 MGN was recorded at 130,483 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 3,540 miles a year.
Has S59 MGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S59 MGN has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on S59 MGN 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 MGN find?
S59 MGN passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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