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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S68 EGUMOT history

S68 EGU is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 76,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

S68 EGU black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
76,138 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 EGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S68 EGU was last recorded at 76,138 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 1,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,637 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,501 miles
Average per year
1,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,138 miles
  • 2025 – 74,637 miles
  • 2023 – 71,904 miles
  • 2022 – 67,976 miles
  • 2021 – 67,459 miles
  • 2019 – 65,533 miles
  • 2018 – 64,445 miles
  • 2017 – 63,039 miles
  • 2016 – 60,466 miles
  • 2015 – 56,800 miles
  • 2014 – 56,426 miles
  • 2011 – 56,166 miles
  • 2010 – 55,001 miles
  • 2009 – 52,477 miles
  • 2008 – 48,606 miles
  • 2006 – 44,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,138 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure and Suspension components on the Underbody are corroded

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,138 miles (+1,501)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    76,138 miles
    Test number
    346443349561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and Suspension components on the Underbody are corroded
  2. Pass74,637 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    74,637 miles
    Test number
    485074787828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,904 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    71,904 miles
    Test number
    960890180559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,976 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,976 miles
    Test number
    155423187527
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail67,963 miles (+504)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,963 miles
    Test number
    781153967933
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass67,459 miles (+1,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    67,459 miles
    Test number
    371314200737
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass65,533 miles (+1,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,533 miles
    Test number
    517225309949
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass64,445 miles (+1,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,445 miles
    Test number
    879426344557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  9. Pass63,039 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,039 miles
    Test number
    712588963148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,466 miles (+3,666)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,466 miles
    Test number
    614042389645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,800 miles (+374)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,800 miles
    Test number
    229762995016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,426 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,426 miles
    Test number
    135539744452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,166 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,166 miles
    Test number
    577438011167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,001 miles
    Test number
    271129510161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Fail55,001 miles (+2,524)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,001 miles
    Test number
    960359110103
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Pass52,477 miles (+3,871)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,477 miles
    Test number
    612544669023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
  17. Pass48,606 miles (+4,237)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,606 miles
    Test number
    553862808061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,369 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    44,369 miles
    Test number
    501619946373
    • 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)

Questions about S68 EGU

Does S68 EGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S68 EGU is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S68 EGU?
The MOT on S68 EGU is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S68 EGU done?
S68 EGU was recorded at 76,138 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 1,666 miles a year.
Has S68 EGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 EGU has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S68 EGU 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 S68 EGU find?
S68 EGU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; vehicle structure and suspension components on the underbody are corroded.

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