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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S65 DJWMOT history

S65 DJW is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 85,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S65 DJW silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
85,496 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S65 DJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S65 DJW was last recorded at 85,496 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 1,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,191 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,305 miles
Average per year
3,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,496 miles
  • 2025 – 84,191 miles
  • 2024 – 81,957 miles
  • 2023 – 79,940 miles
  • 2022 – 76,588 miles
  • 2021 – 73,176 miles
  • 2020 – 70,102 miles
  • 2019 – 67,120 miles
  • 2018 – 64,066 miles
  • 2017 – 59,929 miles
  • 2016 – 54,889 miles
  • 2015 – 50,186 miles
  • 2014 – 44,347 miles
  • 2013 – 37,725 miles
  • 2012 – 33,961 miles
  • 2011 – 31,864 miles
  • 2010 – 27,562 miles
  • 2009 – 24,803 miles
  • 2008 – 23,968 miles
  • 2007 – 21,909 miles
  • 2006 – 18,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,496 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills by jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material waxoyled (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
  • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled in places

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all waxoyled

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all waxoyled apart from nearside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all waxoyled

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,496 miles (+1,305)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    85,496 miles
    Test number
    298309328192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills by jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material waxoyled (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled in places

  2. Pass84,191 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    84,191 miles
    Test number
    559369280805
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all waxoyled (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all waxoyled apart from nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all waxoyled (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  3. Fail84,187 miles (+2,230)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,187 miles
    Test number
    483554126934
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all waxoyled (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all waxoyled apart from nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all waxoyled (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  4. Pass81,957 miles (+2,017)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    81,957 miles
    Test number
    201319507978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipes insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass79,940 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,940 miles
    Test number
    481389346628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated borderline, advise investigation (2.2.2 (c))

  6. Fail79,939 miles (+3,351)2 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,939 miles
    Test number
    988187202427
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated borderline, advise investigation (2.2.2 (c))

  7. Pass76,588 miles (+28)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,588 miles
    Test number
    984759180009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail76,560 miles (+3,384)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,560 miles
    Test number
    627128326032
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,176 miles (+3,074)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,176 miles
    Test number
    169249382505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,102 miles (+2,982)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    70,102 miles
    Test number
    597082789522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,120 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,120 miles
    Test number
    784875737040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,066 miles (+4,137)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    64,066 miles
    Test number
    136265185892
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to n/s/r calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass59,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,929 miles
    Test number
    930102813696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,929 miles (+5,040)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,929 miles
    Test number
    324131879118
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass54,889 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,889 miles
    Test number
    601422838514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,839 miles (+4,653)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,839 miles
    Test number
    544573941880
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 45 17 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ADVISE REPAIR
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass50,186 miles (+5,839)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    50,186 miles
    Test number
    356392344469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,347 miles (+6,622)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,347 miles
    Test number
    309099474465
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside inner rack end has slight play

  19. Pass37,725 miles (+3,764)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,725 miles
    Test number
    285025783466
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteScrew in tread area of o/s rear tyre close to outer sidewall
    • NoteSlight stain to n/s front shock absorber
    • NoteSlight wear to n/s lower arm rear bush

  20. Pass33,961 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,961 miles
    Test number
    415455182162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,931 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,931 miles
    Test number
    239843862009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,864 miles (+4,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    31,864 miles
    Test number
    629714761098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass27,562 miles (+2,759)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,562 miles
    Test number
    130588350423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,803 miles (+835)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,803 miles
    Test number
    644994249078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass23,968 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,968 miles
    Test number
    870753758019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,936 miles (+2,027)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,936 miles
    Test number
    373146348043
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass21,909 miles (+2,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,909 miles
    Test number
    173104547491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass18,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,957 miles
    Test number
    664192556006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S65 DJW

Does S65 DJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S65 DJW is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S65 DJW?
The MOT on S65 DJW is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S65 DJW done?
S65 DJW was recorded at 85,496 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 3,230 miles a year.
Has S65 DJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S65 DJW has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S65 DJW 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 S65 DJW find?
S65 DJW passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills by jacking points, and 6 more.

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