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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S65 EBWMOT history

S65 EBW is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 64,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2025.

S65 EBW green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2026
Mileage
64,751 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S65 EBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S65 EBW was last recorded at 64,751 miles on 8 Jul 2025, 1,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
63,712 miles · 25 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,039 miles
Average per year
831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,751 miles
  • 2024 – 63,712 miles
  • 2023 – 62,730 miles
  • 2022 – 61,145 miles
  • 2021 – 60,499 miles
  • 2020 – 60,083 miles
  • 2019 – 58,924 miles
  • 2018 – 57,088 miles
  • 2017 – 56,696 miles
  • 2016 – 56,203 miles
  • 2015 – 55,722 miles
  • 2014 – 55,177 miles
  • 2013 – 54,212 miles
  • 2012 – 53,550 miles
  • 2011 – 52,884 miles
  • 2010 – 51,994 miles
  • 2009 – 51,220 miles
  • 2008 – 50,684 miles
  • 2007 – 49,524 miles
  • 2005 – 48,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,751 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering testable components
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Engine covers and under-trays fitted covering testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,751 miles (+1,039)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    64,751 miles
    Test number
    980076558268
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering testable components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass63,712 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    63,712 miles
    Test number
    975441581994
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted covering testable items

  3. Fail63,712 miles (+982)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,712 miles
    Test number
    976328033124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted covering testable items

  4. Pass62,730 miles (+1,585)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    62,730 miles
    Test number
    210777597748
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted covering testable items

  5. Pass61,145 miles (+646)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    61,145 miles
    Test number
    145743411169
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass60,499 miles (+416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    60,499 miles
    Test number
    542964851314
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  7. Pass60,083 miles (+1,159)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    60,083 miles
    Test number
    152633484642
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to vehicles underside

  8. Pass58,924 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,924 miles
    Test number
    122824419872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished and or side wall damage, inner edge worn but not excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp image projected beam slightly obscured
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering testable items

  9. Fail58,924 miles (+1,836)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,924 miles
    Test number
    818728551924
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished and or side wall damage, inner edge worn but not excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp image projected beam slightly obscured
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted covering testable items

  10. Pass57,088 miles (+392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    57,088 miles
    Test number
    876256670283
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres feathered
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to vehicles underside

  11. Pass56,696 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,696 miles
    Test number
    936958812562
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail56,696 miles (+493)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,696 miles
    Test number
    161682197805
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass56,203 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    56,203 miles
    Test number
    488383860970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Fail56,203 miles (+481)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,203 miles
    Test number
    693327420363
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass55,722 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,722 miles
    Test number
    618501495054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,177 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,177 miles
    Test number
    885234894096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail55,177 miles (+965)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,177 miles
    Test number
    207984394033
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass54,212 miles (+662)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,212 miles
    Test number
    948726983075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass53,550 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,550 miles
    Test number
    946802582042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,884 miles (+890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,884 miles
    Test number
    449927691076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass51,994 miles (+774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,994 miles
    Test number
    600676290060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass51,220 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,220 miles
    Test number
    113036689061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,684 miles (+1,160)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,684 miles
    Test number
    553108088071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass49,524 miles (+999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,524 miles
    Test number
    612731937021
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

  25. Pass48,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    48,525 miles
    Test number
    340965165342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S65 EBW

Does S65 EBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S65 EBW expired on 16 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S65 EBW?
The MOT on S65 EBW expired on 16 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S65 EBW done?
S65 EBW was recorded at 64,751 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2025, an average of 831 miles a year.
Has S65 EBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S65 EBW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S65 EBW 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 EBW find?
S65 EBW passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; engine covers fitted covering testable components; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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