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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S5 MONMOT history

S5 MON is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 75,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

S5 MON silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
75,149 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 MON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 MON was last recorded at 75,149 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,973 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
176 miles
Average per year
1,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,149 miles
  • 2025 – 74,973 miles
  • 2024 – 74,279 miles
  • 2023 – 73,720 miles
  • 2022 – 73,065 miles
  • 2021 – 72,358 miles
  • 2020 – 71,596 miles
  • 2019 – 71,058 miles
  • 2018 – 70,055 miles
  • 2017 – 69,628 miles
  • 2016 – 68,195 miles
  • 2015 – 66,400 miles
  • 2014 – 66,131 miles
  • 2013 – 65,044 miles
  • 2012 – 63,242 miles
  • 2011 – 59,643 miles
  • 2010 – 55,410 miles
  • 2009 – 52,507 miles
  • 2008 – 49,312 miles
  • 2007 – 46,394 miles
  • 2006 – 43,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,149 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,149 miles (+176)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    75,149 miles
    Test number
    874547072206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass74,973 miles (+694)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,973 miles
    Test number
    570283225938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass74,279 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    74,279 miles
    Test number
    122145478848
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail74,271 miles (+551)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,271 miles
    Test number
    268287142893
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass73,720 miles (+655)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,720 miles
    Test number
    424434243594
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass73,065 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,065 miles
    Test number
    120089109802
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources right side (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Fail73,059 miles (+701)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,059 miles
    Test number
    901301094726
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources right side (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  8. Pass72,358 miles (+762)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,358 miles
    Test number
    668488274250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass71,596 miles (+538)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,596 miles
    Test number
    692508419875
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass71,058 miles (+1,003)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,058 miles
    Test number
    630474158477
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass70,055 miles (+427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,055 miles
    Test number
    746000948305
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass69,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,628 miles
    Test number
    820146125724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,628 miles (+1,433)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,628 miles
    Test number
    272127943054
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass68,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,195 miles
    Test number
    705279778398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail68,195 miles (+1,795)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,195 miles
    Test number
    364360548328
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass66,400 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,400 miles
    Test number
    538732905220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail66,397 miles (+266)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,397 miles
    Test number
    689581805242
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass66,131 miles (+1,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,131 miles
    Test number
    216105604276
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass65,044 miles (+1,802)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,044 miles
    Test number
    587868603223
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside parking brake slow to operate

  20. Pass63,242 miles (+3,599)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    63,242 miles
    Test number
    346337302465
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside parking brake slow to operate

  21. Pass59,643 miles (+4,233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    59,643 miles
    Test number
    928461001270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass55,410 miles (+144)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,410 miles
    Test number
    464301610243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail55,266 miles (+2,759)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,266 miles
    Test number
    393793900456
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass52,507 miles (+3,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,507 miles
    Test number
    474798909229
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass49,312 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,312 miles
    Test number
    564064508206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,394 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,394 miles
    Test number
    973238207229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,553 miles
    Test number
    710980116225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 MON

Does S5 MON currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 MON is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 MON?
The MOT on S5 MON is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 MON done?
S5 MON was recorded at 75,149 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 1,574 miles a year.
Has S5 MON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 MON has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on S5 MON 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 MON find?
S5 MON passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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