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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,800 cc

S783 AKPMOT history

S783 AKP is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 105,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

S783 AKP blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
105,475 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S783 AKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S783 AKP was last recorded at 105,475 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,475 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,475 miles
  • 2025 – 100,140 miles
  • 2024 – 99,190 miles
  • 2023 – 96,282 miles
  • 2022 – 95,319 miles
  • 2021 – 95,104 miles
  • 2020 – 94,824 miles
  • 2019 – 94,271 miles
  • 2018 – 93,883 miles
  • 2017 – 93,429 miles
  • 2016 – 92,878 miles
  • 2015 – 92,040 miles
  • 2014 – 90,881 miles
  • 2013 – 88,293 miles
  • 2012 – 85,929 miles
  • 2011 – 85,304 miles
  • 2010 – 84,245 miles
  • 2009 – 82,475 miles
  • 2008 – 78,401 miles
  • 2007 – 77,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,475 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 0mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low and inner edge 0mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded high pressure pipe to rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,475 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    105,475 miles
    Test number
    239969089889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail105,475 miles (+5,335)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,475 miles
    Test number
    995759765813
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve corroded through (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked lens (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass100,140 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    100,140 miles
    Test number
    718382509102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,130 miles (+940)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,130 miles
    Test number
    680996970534
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass99,190 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    99,190 miles
    Test number
    913756007301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail99,183 miles (+2,901)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,183 miles
    Test number
    625235682702
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass96,282 miles (+963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    96,282 miles
    Test number
    987612324174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass95,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    241392195592
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail95,319 miles (+215)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    354659562005
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass95,104 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,104 miles
    Test number
    515807296052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear at rears x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail95,103 miles (+279)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,103 miles
    Test number
    470229176679
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear at rears x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass94,824 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    94,824 miles
    Test number
    268993350744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low and inner edge 0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded high pressure pipe to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  13. Fail94,787 miles (+516)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,787 miles
    Test number
    880361408628
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouls inner wheel well on full right lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low and inner edge 0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded high pressure pipe to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  14. Pass94,271 miles (+388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,271 miles
    Test number
    275129161109
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wear inner edge and at 2.9mm

  15. Pass93,883 miles (+454)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,883 miles
    Test number
    670116660139
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses deteriorating

  16. Pass93,429 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,429 miles
    Test number
    901892825770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Fail93,429 miles (+551)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,429 miles
    Test number
    342428545773
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass92,878 miles (+838)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    92,878 miles
    Test number
    760919692942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear drop links have moved causing them to touch the coil spring
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubber not securing the exhaust sytem

  19. Pass92,040 miles (+1,159)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,040 miles
    Test number
    755772655155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,881 miles (+2,588)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,881 miles
    Test number
    396143574239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,293 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,293 miles
    Test number
    647263663258
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass88,293 miles (+2,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,293 miles
    Test number
    677063463217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass85,929 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    278332492235
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRearexhaust corroded

  24. Fail85,929 miles (+625)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    179042892226
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRearexhaust corroded

  25. Pass85,304 miles (+1,059)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,304 miles
    Test number
    276775081483
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear ns os main body to suspension mounting bushes have slight wear and movement

  26. Pass84,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    84,245 miles
    Test number
    633735090114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail84,245 miles (+1,770)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,245 miles
    Test number
    624654390182
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass82,475 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    82,475 miles
    Test number
    812637799114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail82,439 miles (+4,038)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,439 miles
    Test number
    863671299153
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass78,401 miles (+476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    78,401 miles
    Test number
    393750378128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass77,925 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    77,925 miles
    Test number
    863770197118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail77,922 miles5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,922 miles
    Test number
    400475887193
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Questions about S783 AKP

Does S783 AKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S783 AKP is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S783 AKP?
The MOT on S783 AKP is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S783 AKP done?
S783 AKP was recorded at 105,475 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 1,438 miles a year.
Has S783 AKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S783 AKP has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S783 AKP 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 S783 AKP find?
S783 AKP passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity cracked lens; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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