BMW Z3
Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc
S70 PJRMOT history
S70 PJR is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,686 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 78,686 mi
- At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 17 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 682 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S70 PJR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- Z3
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,895 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 22 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 19 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S70 PJR was last recorded at 78,686 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 78,686 miles · 30 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 682 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 78,686 miles
- 2025 – 78,686 miles
- 2024 – 77,126 miles
- 2019 – 76,732 miles
- 2018 – 73,696 miles
- 2017 – 73,587 miles
- 2016 – 73,212 miles
- 2015 – 72,913 miles
- 2014 – 72,753 miles
- 2013 – 72,551 miles
- 2012 – 71,587 miles
- 2011 – 70,577 miles
- 2010 – 69,560 miles
- 2009 – 68,247 miles
- 2008 – 67,134 miles
- 2007 – 66,504 miles
- 2006 – 65,386 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass78,686 miles
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
22 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass78,686 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 78,686 miles
- Test number
- 797932548912
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass78,686 miles (+1,560)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 78,686 miles
- Test number
- 161047625206
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass77,126 miles (+2)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 77,126 miles
- Test number
- 225043930925
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Fail77,124 miles (+392)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,124 miles
- Test number
- 442334794851
- DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Pass76,732 miles (+3,036)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 76,732 miles
- Test number
- 549538336684
- AdvisoryFront & Rear suspension corroded
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass73,696 miles (+109)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 73,696 miles
- Test number
- 684050919606
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded main both (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle corroded
Pass73,587 miles (+375)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 73,587 miles
- Test number
- 228860002464
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
Pass73,212 miles (+299)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 73,212 miles
- Test number
- 261899920273
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit, raised edge tread (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit raised edge tread (4.1.E.1)
Pass72,913 miles (+160)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 72,913 miles
- Test number
- 277392285490
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- 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)
Pass72,753 miles (+202)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 72,753 miles
- Test number
- 838922994053
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass72,551 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2014
- Odometer
- 72,551 miles
- Test number
- 589312743118
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteVehicle leaning to o/s o/s/r spring looks weak
Fail72,550 miles (+963)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,550 miles
- Test number
- 289901343476
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass71,587 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2013
- Odometer
- 71,587 miles
- Test number
- 215485842436
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,587 miles (+1,010)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,587 miles
- Test number
- 607875842140
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass70,577 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2012
- Odometer
- 70,577 miles
- Test number
- 327334841120
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteCoolant leak from front of engine
- NoteFuel tank filler cap seal is slightly cracked
Fail70,575 miles (+1,015)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,575 miles
- Test number
- 287273741160
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteCoolant leak from front of engine
- NoteFuel tank filler cap seal is slightly cracked
Pass69,560 miles (+1,313)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2011
- Odometer
- 69,560 miles
- Test number
- 273064240174
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass68,247 miles (+1,113)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2010
- Odometer
- 68,247 miles
- Test number
- 270258949475
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass67,134 miles (+630)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2009
- Odometer
- 67,134 miles
- Test number
- 810698048190
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- NoteEngine undertray loose
Pass66,504 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2008
- Odometer
- 66,504 miles
- Test number
- 922530957107
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail66,504 miles (+1,118)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,504 miles
- Test number
- 114879447175
- FailureCentre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
- FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Pass65,386 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 65,386 miles
- Test number
- 901592106205
- NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
Questions about S70 PJR
- Does S70 PJR currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 PJR is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S70 PJR?
- The MOT on S70 PJR is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S70 PJR done?
- S70 PJR was recorded at 78,686 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 682 miles a year.
- Has S70 PJR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S70 PJR has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2024.
- Has the mileage on S70 PJR 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 S70 PJR find?
- S70 PJR passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.
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