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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,991 cc

S5 JGNMOT history

S5 JGN is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

S5 JGN blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,019 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 JGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 JGN was last recorded at 83,019 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,964 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
2,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,019 miles
  • 2025 – 81,003 miles
  • 2024 – 79,972 miles
  • 2022 – 79,131 miles
  • 2021 – 73,043 miles
  • 2020 – 73,043 miles
  • 2019 – 69,123 miles
  • 2018 – 65,212 miles
  • 2017 – 62,012 miles
  • 2016 – 58,893 miles
  • 2015 – 55,758 miles
  • 2014 – 52,457 miles
  • 2013 – 49,985 miles
  • 2012 – 48,048 miles
  • 2011 – 44,504 miles
  • 2010 – 40,208 miles
  • 2009 – 37,308 miles
  • 2008 – 33,397 miles
  • 2007 – 29,227 miles
  • 2006 – 23,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,019 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavy surface corrosion.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,019 miles (+55)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,019 miles
    Test number
    268206096366
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavy surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail82,964 miles (+1,961)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,964 miles
    Test number
    136418184550
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavy surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,003 miles (+1,031)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    81,003 miles
    Test number
    923596522007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake low effort.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass79,972 miles (+841)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    79,972 miles
    Test number
    757683431028
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NS and OS (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass79,131 miles (+3,079)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,131 miles
    Test number
    808836318564
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass76,052 miles (+3,009)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,052 miles
    Test number
    846288094610
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass73,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,043 miles
    Test number
    817291568249
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail73,043 miles (+3,920)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,043 miles
    Test number
    562764281805
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass69,123 miles (+3,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,123 miles
    Test number
    344330554584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,212 miles (+3,200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,212 miles
    Test number
    880425248049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass62,012 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    62,012 miles
    Test number
    617685298970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,893 miles (+3,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,893 miles
    Test number
    215656168882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass55,758 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,758 miles
    Test number
    609718645149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,457 miles (+2,472)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,457 miles
    Test number
    238647454452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,985 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,985 miles
    Test number
    626998563105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,048 miles (+3,544)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,048 miles
    Test number
    408978072166
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass44,504 miles (+4,296)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,504 miles
    Test number
    726949651113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,208 miles (+2,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,208 miles
    Test number
    910382570177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass37,308 miles (+3,911)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,308 miles
    Test number
    520668169139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,397 miles (+4,170)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,397 miles
    Test number
    543059268143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,227 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,227 miles
    Test number
    702189687091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,627 miles
    Test number
    233417586025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 JGN

Does S5 JGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 JGN is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 JGN?
The MOT on S5 JGN is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 JGN done?
S5 JGN was recorded at 83,019 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 2,989 miles a year.
Has S5 JGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 JGN has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 JGN 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 S5 JGN find?
S5 JGN passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; all suspension components heavy surface corrosion., and 5 more.

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