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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 3,201 cc

S5 SGRMOT history

S5 SGR is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 21 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 67,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

S5 SGR red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
67,519 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 SGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 SGR was last recorded at 67,519 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,488 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
1,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,519 miles
  • 2024 – 67,488 miles
  • 2023 – 67,461 miles
  • 2022 – 67,400 miles
  • 2021 – 67,315 miles
  • 2020 – 67,209 miles
  • 2019 – 66,545 miles
  • 2018 – 65,211 miles
  • 2017 – 64,446 miles
  • 2016 – 63,315 miles
  • 2015 – 60,938 miles
  • 2013 – 58,761 miles
  • 2012 – 56,593 miles
  • 2011 – 54,086 miles
  • 2010 – 51,943 miles
  • 2009 – 48,945 miles
  • 2008 – 47,092 miles
  • 2007 – 43,670 miles
  • 2006 – 38,554 miles
  • 2005 – 33,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,519 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All hoses in poor condition (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also dated 2011 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Some corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also dated 2011 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Rack worn - offside
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass67,519 miles (+31)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    67,519 miles
    Test number
    660044575674
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All hoses in poor condition (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also dated 2011 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Some corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also dated 2011 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Rack worn - offside
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass67,488 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    67,488 miles
    Test number
    481442638985
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass67,461 miles (+61)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    67,461 miles
    Test number
    190105744089
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside of vehicle.

  4. Pass67,400 miles (+85)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,400 miles
    Test number
    701357703083
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion; Fuel tank straps, Front & Rear Suspension arms.

  5. Pass67,315 miles (+106)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    67,315 miles
    Test number
    843009433198
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass67,209 miles (+664)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,209 miles
    Test number
    125934451581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass66,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,545 miles
    Test number
    501645529805
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail66,545 miles (+1,334)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,545 miles
    Test number
    431421348626
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,211 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,211 miles
    Test number
    198334787686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,209 miles (+763)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,209 miles
    Test number
    253816233052
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass64,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    64,446 miles
    Test number
    539209296832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,446 miles (+1,131)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,446 miles
    Test number
    762666096646
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass63,315 miles (+2,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    63,315 miles
    Test number
    917742395553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Metal brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  14. Pass60,938 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,938 miles
    Test number
    147270015465
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront plate damage
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs faded

  15. Fail60,938 miles (+2,177)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,938 miles
    Test number
    157380515476
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront plate damage
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs faded

  16. Pass58,761 miles (+2,168)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,761 miles
    Test number
    967901753342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack inner knuckle joints

  17. Pass56,593 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    56,593 miles
    Test number
    566777842323
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteFront plate damaged
    • NoteHandbrake application uneven
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding
    • NoteRear suspension coils corroded

  18. Fail56,593 miles (+2,507)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,593 miles
    Test number
    819375642328
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteFront plate damaged
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding
    • NoteRear suspension coils corroded

  19. Pass54,086 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    54,086 miles
    Test number
    805317441391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear diff leaking
    • NoteUndertray fitted cant check for corrosion

  20. Fail54,086 miles (+2,143)3 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,086 miles
    Test number
    117611241372
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear diff leaking
    • NoteUndertray fitted cant check for corrosion

  21. Pass51,943 miles (+2,998)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    51,943 miles
    Test number
    342964340388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle leaking
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  22. Pass48,945 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    48,945 miles
    Test number
    600792149370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,934 miles (+1,842)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,934 miles
    Test number
    744947439320
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass47,092 miles (+3,422)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    47,092 miles
    Test number
    452722638438
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  25. Pass43,670 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    43,670 miles
    Test number
    373875647309
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  26. Fail43,670 miles (+5,116)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,670 miles
    Test number
    151664447321
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  27. Pass38,554 miles (+5,170)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,554 miles
    Test number
    192969136367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    33,384 miles
    Test number
    494101345458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 SGR

Does S5 SGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 SGR is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S5 SGR?
The MOT on S5 SGR is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 SGR done?
S5 SGR was recorded at 67,519 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 1,708 miles a year.
Has S5 SGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 SGR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on S5 SGR 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 SGR find?
S5 SGR passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 11 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs in poor condition; brake hose slightly deteriorated all hoses in poor condition; front direction indicator slightly discoloured both, and 8 more.

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