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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S727 LSOMOT history

S727 LSO is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 16 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 86,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2024.

S727 LSO silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2023
Mileage
86,101 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S727 LSO
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
16 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
8 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S727 LSO was last recorded at 86,101 miles on 8 May 2024, 5,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,865 miles · 18 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
5,236 miles
Average per year
1,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 86,101 miles
  • 2022 – 80,865 miles
  • 2021 – 78,395 miles
  • 2019 – 74,857 miles
  • 2016 – 73,937 miles
  • 2015 – 71,464 miles
  • 2014 – 70,451 miles
  • 2013 – 69,419 miles
  • 2012 – 68,825 miles
  • 2011 – 67,914 miles
  • 2010 – 67,255 miles
  • 2009 – 66,313 miles
  • 2008 – 64,738 miles
  • 2007 – 63,317 miles
  • 2006 – 61,935 miles
  • 2005 – 59,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,101 miles
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Nearside & offside (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep splits & cuts between treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep splits & cuts between treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy/foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering rack damp
  • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle. suspension, steering & braking components corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,101 miles (+5,236)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,101 miles
    Test number
    905804987310
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Nearside & offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep splits & cuts between treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep splits & cuts between treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy/foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack damp
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle. suspension, steering & braking components corroded

  2. Pass80,865 miles (+62)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,865 miles
    Test number
    623518251438
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail80,803 miles (+2,408)1 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,803 miles
    Test number
    413684743170
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass78,395 miles (+3,538)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    78,395 miles
    Test number
    859960688326
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass74,857 miles (+24)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,857 miles
    Test number
    508813340031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail74,833 miles (+896)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,833 miles
    Test number
    328982909602
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass73,937 miles (+2,473)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,937 miles
    Test number
    516605690305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  8. Pass71,464 miles (+1,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,464 miles
    Test number
    815989671736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass70,451 miles (+1,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,451 miles
    Test number
    956639034324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass69,419 miles (+594)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,419 miles
    Test number
    495690243448
    • NoteCorrosion to brake pipes
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear tyres on 2mm tread

  11. Pass68,825 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,825 miles
    Test number
    875855042387
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear tyres worn and tread stepped

  12. Fail68,823 miles (+909)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,823 miles
    Test number
    295135842311
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded with slight blow
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear tyres worn and tread stepped

  13. Pass67,914 miles (+659)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    67,914 miles
    Test number
    569110041380
    • NoteEngine under tray fitted
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  14. Pass67,255 miles (+942)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    67,255 miles
    Test number
    330713840391
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine cover fitted

  15. Pass66,313 miles (+1,575)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    66,313 miles
    Test number
    403574449466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,738 miles (+1,421)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    64,738 miles
    Test number
    521796548384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,317 miles (+1,382)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    63,317 miles
    Test number
    201507347366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    61,935 miles
    Test number
    660951436361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,935 miles (+2,496)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,935 miles
    Test number
    564801436337
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass59,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    59,439 miles
    Test number
    504106545350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S727 LSO

Does S727 LSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S727 LSO expired on 17 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S727 LSO?
The MOT on S727 LSO expired on 17 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S727 LSO done?
S727 LSO was recorded at 86,101 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2024, an average of 1,449 miles a year.
Has S727 LSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S727 LSO has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S727 LSO 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 S727 LSO find?
S727 LSO failed its latest MOT on 8 May 2024 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front headlamp aim too low nearside & offside; nearside front inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; nearside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep splits & cuts between treads, and 9 more.

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