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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S65 MRWMOT history

S65 MRW is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2024.

S65 MRW red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2024
Mileage
127,971 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S65 MRW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S65 MRW was last recorded at 127,971 miles on 29 Aug 2024, 1,109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,862 miles · 11 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,109 miles
Average per year
3,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,971 miles
  • 2023 – 126,862 miles
  • 2022 – 125,845 miles
  • 2021 – 124,368 miles
  • 2020 – 123,277 miles
  • 2019 – 121,715 miles
  • 2018 – 119,495 miles
  • 2017 – 118,172 miles
  • 2016 – 116,385 miles
  • 2015 – 114,693 miles
  • 2014 – 111,259 miles
  • 2013 – 109,572 miles
  • 2012 – 105,851 miles
  • 2011 – 100,052 miles
  • 2010 – 91,401 miles
  • 2009 – 83,501 miles
  • 2008 – 73,912 miles
  • 2007 – 68,176 miles
  • 2006 – 63,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,971 miles
  • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
  • AdvisoryVehicle presented with roof stowed

What MOT failures 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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,971 miles (+1,109)4 major2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,971 miles
    Test number
    105664817462
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryVehicle presented with roof stowed

  2. Pass126,862 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    126,862 miles
    Test number
    524225061168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail126,855 miles (+1,010)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,855 miles
    Test number
    464238133266
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass125,845 miles (+1,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    125,845 miles
    Test number
    105237341194
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass124,368 miles (+1,091)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,368 miles
    Test number
    837567395449
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill by jacking piont (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill by jacking piont (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coroding front to rear at rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass123,277 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    123,277 miles
    Test number
    510284690922
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear pipes covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides sill corrosion not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak(s)

  7. Fail123,277 miles (+1,562)1 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,277 miles
    Test number
    438002217128
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear pipes covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides sill corrosion not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak(s)

  8. Pass121,715 miles (+2,220)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,715 miles
    Test number
    691291587662
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear across suspension arms (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and heavily perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and heavily perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  9. Pass119,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,495 miles
    Test number
    501212686506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,495 miles (+1,323)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,495 miles
    Test number
    736258716760
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass118,172 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    118,172 miles
    Test number
    670583347588
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on limit

  12. Fail118,132 miles (+1,747)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,132 miles
    Test number
    706622424696
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on limit

  13. Pass116,385 miles (+1,692)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    877607008348
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  14. Pass114,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,693 miles
    Test number
    350228278098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail114,693 miles (+3,434)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,693 miles
    Test number
    884790333007
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass111,259 miles (+1,687)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    111,259 miles
    Test number
    587021534221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass109,572 miles (+3,721)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    109,572 miles
    Test number
    498889013244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s rear tyre worn on inside edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding

  18. Pass105,851 miles (+5,799)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    105,851 miles
    Test number
    166640022281
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust corrosion and holed

  19. Pass100,052 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,052 miles
    Test number
    439547521219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail100,047 miles (+8,646)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,047 miles
    Test number
    997067721228
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass91,401 miles (+7,900)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,401 miles
    Test number
    424738000266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,501 miles (+9,589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    83,501 miles
    Test number
    403519709242
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass73,912 miles (+5,736)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    73,912 miles
    Test number
    402681128286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,176 miles (+4,512)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    68,176 miles
    Test number
    460687327249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    63,664 miles
    Test number
    313005616472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S65 MRW

Does S65 MRW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S65 MRW expired on 18 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S65 MRW?
The MOT on S65 MRW expired on 18 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S65 MRW done?
S65 MRW was recorded at 127,971 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2024, an average of 3,558 miles a year.
Has S65 MRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S65 MRW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on S65 MRW 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 MRW find?
S65 MRW failed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2024 with 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 17 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside obligatory mirror insecure, and 20 more.

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