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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S789 BVAMOT history

S789 BVA is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 27 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 110,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

S789 BVA silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
110,541 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S789 BVA
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
27 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S789 BVA was last recorded at 110,541 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,540 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,541 miles
  • 2025 – 109,433 miles
  • 2024 – 108,419 miles
  • 2023 – 107,510 miles
  • 2022 – 106,625 miles
  • 2021 – 105,919 miles
  • 2020 – 105,091 miles
  • 2019 – 104,405 miles
  • 2018 – 103,686 miles
  • 2017 – 102,944 miles
  • 2016 – 102,333 miles
  • 2015 – 101,527 miles
  • 2014 – 100,744 miles
  • 2013 – 99,021 miles
  • 2012 – 98,384 miles
  • 2011 – 98,014 miles
  • 2009 – 97,430 miles
  • 2008 – 96,043 miles
  • 2007 – 93,900 miles
  • 2006 – 91,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,541 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front and rear suspension arms corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,541 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    110,541 miles
    Test number
    237199603895
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail110,540 miles (+1,107)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,540 miles
    Test number
    712394879491
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear silencer (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass109,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,433 miles
    Test number
    732033736479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,433 miles (+1,014)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,433 miles
    Test number
    184539246457
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass108,419 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,419 miles
    Test number
    659722326851
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroded

  6. Fail108,405 miles (+895)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,405 miles
    Test number
    438567245880
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroded

  7. Pass107,510 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    107,510 miles
    Test number
    850686220832
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroded

  8. Fail107,510 miles (+885)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,510 miles
    Test number
    830276016038
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroded

  9. Pass106,625 miles (+706)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    106,625 miles
    Test number
    532015677587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,919 miles (+828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,919 miles
    Test number
    527729216614
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  11. Pass105,091 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    105,091 miles
    Test number
    143723380180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail105,091 miles (+686)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,091 miles
    Test number
    129502806649
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass104,405 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    104,405 miles
    Test number
    608137286904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel support corroded

  14. Fail104,405 miles (+719)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,405 miles
    Test number
    480452070691
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel support corroded

  15. Pass103,686 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    103,686 miles
    Test number
    442455309981
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support corroded
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier corroded

  16. Fail103,686 miles (+742)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,686 miles
    Test number
    594264835226
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support corroded
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier corroded

  17. Pass102,944 miles (+611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,944 miles
    Test number
    695140672167
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySpare wheel cage corroded

  18. Pass102,333 miles (+806)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,333 miles
    Test number
    408743319939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass101,527 miles (+783)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,527 miles
    Test number
    999162915201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront springs corroding
    • NoteRear springs corroding

  20. Pass100,744 miles (+1,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,744 miles
    Test number
    989163214241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail99,021 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,021 miles
    Test number
    296603613233
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass99,021 miles (+637)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,021 miles
    Test number
    318733813445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass98,384 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    98,384 miles
    Test number
    915564512228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,014 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,014 miles
    Test number
    888513101201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear axle mounting bushes deterioated but not resulting in excessive movement

  25. Fail98,014 miles (+5)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,014 miles
    Test number
    297783201261
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear axle mounting bushes deterioated but not resulting in excessive movement

  26. Fail98,009 miles (+579)14 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,009 miles
    Test number
    705516031134
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOuter Exhaust 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)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteRear axle mounting bushes deterioated but not resulting in excessive movement
    • NoteRear brake discs excessivly pitted

  27. Pass97,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    97,430 miles
    Test number
    594101249193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail97,430 miles (+1,387)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,430 miles
    Test number
    261818239183
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass96,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    96,043 miles
    Test number
    592416038176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail96,043 miles (+2,143)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,043 miles
    Test number
    940812128159
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass93,900 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    93,900 miles
    Test number
    672324617176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  32. Fail93,862 miles (+1,981)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,862 miles
    Test number
    763216307137
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass91,881 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    91,881 miles
    Test number
    874236386098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S789 BVA

Does S789 BVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S789 BVA is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S789 BVA?
The MOT on S789 BVA is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S789 BVA done?
S789 BVA was recorded at 110,541 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 918 miles a year.
Has S789 BVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S789 BVA has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S789 BVA 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 S789 BVA find?
S789 BVA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack.

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