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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

S765 XRJMOT history

S765 XRJ is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 20 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

S765 XRJ silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
95,292 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S765 XRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S765 XRJ was last recorded at 95,292 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 1,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,878 miles · 23 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,414 miles
Average per year
1,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,292 miles
  • 2024 – 93,878 miles
  • 2023 – 92,503 miles
  • 2022 – 92,096 miles
  • 2019 – 90,190 miles
  • 2018 – 90,049 miles
  • 2016 – 89,958 miles
  • 2015 – 89,627 miles
  • 2014 – 89,283 miles
  • 2013 – 88,844 miles
  • 2012 – 88,222 miles
  • 2011 – 87,425 miles
  • 2010 – 86,724 miles
  • 2009 – 84,844 miles
  • 2008 – 82,152 miles
  • 2007 – 71,916 miles
  • 2006 – 57,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,292 miles
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,292 miles (+1,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    95,292 miles
    Test number
    443696621111
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  2. Pass93,878 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    93,878 miles
    Test number
    248322590614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer casing corroded

  3. Fail93,878 miles (+1,375)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,878 miles
    Test number
    269711207054
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam high beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer casing corroded

  4. Pass92,503 miles (+407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,503 miles
    Test number
    881913853927
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass92,096 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    92,096 miles
    Test number
    276428431571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail92,067 miles (+1,877)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,067 miles
    Test number
    488790001881
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,190 miles (+141)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,190 miles
    Test number
    250956844436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill around jacking block (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch around strut mount (6.1.1 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under vehicle trays fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTop center brake light faulty

  8. Pass90,049 miles (+91)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,049 miles
    Test number
    334544252437
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel has slight bind
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass89,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,958 miles
    Test number
    313166123972
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight bind o/s/f caliper

  10. Fail89,958 miles (+331)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,958 miles
    Test number
    944196212963
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight bind o/s/f caliper

  11. Pass89,627 miles (+344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    89,627 miles
    Test number
    496715505008
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass89,283 miles (+439)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    89,283 miles
    Test number
    115006604023
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust centrebox and backbox deteriorated

  13. Pass88,844 miles (+622)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    88,844 miles
    Test number
    437628603021
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust backbox deteriorated

  14. Pass88,222 miles (+797)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    88,222 miles
    Test number
    206399602069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust backbox slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass87,425 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    87,425 miles
    Test number
    709420911070
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail87,425 miles (+701)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,425 miles
    Test number
    137040811432
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass86,724 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    86,724 miles
    Test number
    220299310091
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail86,714 miles (+1,870)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,714 miles
    Test number
    133906700010
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass84,844 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    84,844 miles
    Test number
    680215809032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,152 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    82,152 miles
    Test number
    584842118043
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Fail82,147 miles (+10,231)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,147 miles
    Test number
    941257208075
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Pass71,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    71,916 miles
    Test number
    623820417072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,916 miles (+13,998)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,916 miles
    Test number
    350260417022
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  24. Pass57,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,918 miles
    Test number
    630789806018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S765 XRJ

Does S765 XRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S765 XRJ expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S765 XRJ?
The MOT on S765 XRJ expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S765 XRJ done?
S765 XRJ was recorded at 95,292 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 1,902 miles a year.
Has S765 XRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S765 XRJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on S765 XRJ 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 S765 XRJ find?
S765 XRJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: rear exhaust silencer corroded.

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