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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

S68 HHJMOT history

S68 HHJ is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

S68 HHJ blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
76,653 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 HHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S68 HHJ was last recorded at 76,653 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,145 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
508 miles
Average per year
1,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,653 miles
  • 2025 – 76,145 miles
  • 2024 – 75,712 miles
  • 2023 – 75,514 miles
  • 2022 – 74,971 miles
  • 2021 – 74,555 miles
  • 2020 – 74,394 miles
  • 2019 – 73,477 miles
  • 2018 – 72,524 miles
  • 2017 – 71,484 miles
  • 2016 – 71,037 miles
  • 2015 – 69,538 miles
  • 2014 – 67,784 miles
  • 2013 – 66,668 miles
  • 2012 – 66,305 miles
  • 2011 – 65,350 miles
  • 2010 – 64,500 miles
  • 2009 – 62,711 miles
  • 2008 – 52,734 miles
  • 2007 – 50,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,653 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,653 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    76,653 miles
    Test number
    308591740476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,145 miles (+433)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    76,145 miles
    Test number
    944906251659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,712 miles (+198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    75,712 miles
    Test number
    838654306474
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass75,514 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    75,514 miles
    Test number
    262134491965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,510 miles (+539)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,510 miles
    Test number
    384590291023
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass74,971 miles (+416)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,971 miles
    Test number
    939813548264
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass74,555 miles (+161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    74,555 miles
    Test number
    919246658815
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass74,394 miles (+917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    74,394 miles
    Test number
    979754842348
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 191n/s 141o/s 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass73,477 miles (+953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,477 miles
    Test number
    209462865952
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass72,524 miles (+1,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,524 miles
    Test number
    452140261195
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass71,484 miles (+447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,484 miles
    Test number
    368591531148
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all brake hoses (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s/f 244kgf. o/s/f 173kgf. front brake imbalance. 29% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake performance low

  12. Pass71,037 miles (+1,499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,037 miles
    Test number
    322012358769
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front brake imbalance. 29%. n/s/f 251kgf. o/s/f 179kgf (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake performance low

  13. Pass69,538 miles (+1,754)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,538 miles
    Test number
    557874335184
    • NoteRear silencer in poor condition

  14. Pass67,784 miles (+1,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,784 miles
    Test number
    525790944182
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass66,668 miles (+363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,668 miles
    Test number
    857336753111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass66,305 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,305 miles
    Test number
    175283702186
    • NoteSlight pitting to outer of n/s/r brake disc

  17. Fail66,305 miles (+955)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,305 miles
    Test number
    888473602130
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSlight pitting to outer of n/s/r brake disc

  18. Pass65,350 miles (+850)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    65,350 miles
    Test number
    115663121138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLower suspension joint bonding in poor condition both sides

  19. Pass64,500 miles (+1,789)13 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,500 miles
    Test number
    274256020408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteRear fuel lines and brake pipes at rear held together with cable tie but secure

  20. Pass62,711 miles (+9,977)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    62,711 miles
    Test number
    881834529288
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass52,734 miles (+1,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,734 miles
    Test number
    331433508266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass51,703 miles (+731)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    51,703 miles
    Test number
    992481228058
    • NoteRear brake ferruls rusty

  23. Pass50,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,972 miles
    Test number
    200852037498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S68 HHJ

Does S68 HHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S68 HHJ is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S68 HHJ?
The MOT on S68 HHJ is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S68 HHJ done?
S68 HHJ was recorded at 76,653 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 1,340 miles a year.
Has S68 HHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 HHJ has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S68 HHJ 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 HHJ find?
S68 HHJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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