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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S76 APCMOT history

S76 APC is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 134,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

S76 APC silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
134,520 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S76 APC
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S76 APC was last recorded at 134,520 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,482 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
2,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,520 miles
  • 2025 – 131,453 miles
  • 2024 – 122,445 miles
  • 2023 – 121,801 miles
  • 2022 – 121,368 miles
  • 2021 – 120,157 miles
  • 2015 – 119,742 miles
  • 2014 – 118,960 miles
  • 2013 – 116,894 miles
  • 2012 – 113,714 miles
  • 2011 – 111,092 miles
  • 2010 – 108,878 miles
  • 2009 – 106,753 miles
  • 2008 – 103,049 miles
  • 2007 – 97,197 miles
  • 2006 – 87,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,520 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level light

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rear hoses from car body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass134,520 miles (+38)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    134,520 miles
    Test number
    122021462761
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,482 miles (+3,029)2 dangerous8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,482 miles
    Test number
    757861086372
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,453 miles (+9,008)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    131,453 miles
    Test number
    935595408868
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Both cable outers corroded/cracked (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rubber mounting in arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside front and nearside rear tyres worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass122,445 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,445 miles
    Test number
    999193083133
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Rear hoses from car body (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail122,442 miles (+641)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,442 miles
    Test number
    854440461006
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Check wipers wipe! (3.5 (a))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Rear hoses from car body (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox repaired with paste - Advise replacing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Slight drag on brake (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass121,801 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,801 miles
    Test number
    559976817164
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills have signs of corrosion

  7. Fail121,801 miles (+433)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,801 miles
    Test number
    945139128246
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills have signs of corrosion

  8. Pass121,368 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,368 miles
    Test number
    256237222807
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps slight corrosion

  9. Fail121,368 miles (+1,211)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,368 miles
    Test number
    422647220797
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps slight corrosion

  10. Pass120,157 miles3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    120,157 miles
    Test number
    621228273779
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps slightly corroded

  11. Fail120,157 miles (+415)1 dangerous2 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,157 miles
    Test number
    158416818024
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps slightly corroded

  12. Pass119,742 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    119,742 miles
    Test number
    398421013098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail119,737 miles (+777)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,737 miles
    Test number
    770342255223
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass118,960 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    118,960 miles
    Test number
    348900764490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass116,894 miles (+3,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    116,894 miles
    Test number
    638836963211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass113,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    113,714 miles
    Test number
    615953362251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,714 miles (+2,622)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,714 miles
    Test number
    735883062255
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass111,092 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    111,092 miles
    Test number
    609020961203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail111,072 miles (+2,194)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,072 miles
    Test number
    166615751255
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Fail108,878 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,878 miles
    Test number
    332477550448
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NoteAdvise nearside front shock absorber
    • NoteAdvise rear brake pads and brake disc

  21. Pass108,878 miles (+2,125)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    108,878 miles
    Test number
    882967650227
    • NoteAdvise nearside front shock absorber
    • NoteAdvise rear brake pads and brake disc

  22. Pass106,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    751147569265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail106,752 miles (+3,703)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,752 miles
    Test number
    661167469231
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  24. Pass103,049 miles (+5,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    103,049 miles
    Test number
    441363668250
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass97,197 miles (+9,972)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    97,197 miles
    Test number
    793150667260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,225 miles (+4,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    87,225 miles
    Test number
    532164086209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass82,687 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    82,687 miles
    Test number
    421954876000
    • NoteN/S FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER SEEPING FLUID(ADVISE SOON TO BE REPLACED)
    • NotePARKING BRAKE CABLE OUTER CASING SPLIT
    • NoteInner edges of rear discs rusted

Questions about S76 APC

Does S76 APC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S76 APC is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S76 APC?
The MOT on S76 APC is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S76 APC done?
S76 APC was recorded at 134,520 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 2,536 miles a year.
Has S76 APC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S76 APC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S76 APC 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 S76 APC find?
S76 APC passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside rear brake cable damaged but not to excess; offside rear brake cable damaged but not to excess, and 2 more.

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