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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S795 MTFMOT history

S795 MTF is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 30 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2023.

S795 MTF blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2024
Mileage
82,885 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S795 MTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S795 MTF was last recorded at 82,885 miles on 6 Oct 2023, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,879 miles · 26 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 82,885 miles
  • 2022 – 82,868 miles
  • 2021 – 82,832 miles
  • 2020 – 82,757 miles
  • 2019 – 82,591 miles
  • 2018 – 82,419 miles
  • 2017 – 82,195 miles
  • 2016 – 81,459 miles
  • 2015 – 80,984 miles
  • 2014 – 76,968 miles
  • 2013 – 73,501 miles
  • 2012 – 71,615 miles
  • 2011 – 63,780 miles
  • 2010 – 57,051 miles
  • 2009 – 47,452 miles
  • 2008 – 44,466 miles
  • 2007 – 43,976 miles
  • 2006 – 43,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,885 miles
  • AdvisoryFront suspension + steering components have corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,885 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    82,885 miles
    Test number
    921127022358
    • AdvisoryFront suspension + steering components have corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail82,879 miles (+11)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,879 miles
    Test number
    808119076622
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension + steering components have corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass82,868 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,868 miles
    Test number
    357049120263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail82,865 miles (+33)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,865 miles
    Test number
    442755457571
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass82,832 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,832 miles
    Test number
    962254113647
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass82,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,757 miles
    Test number
    569756849809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,757 miles (+166)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,757 miles
    Test number
    469806368406
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass82,591 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    82,591 miles
    Test number
    352351574863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,419 miles (+224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,419 miles
    Test number
    312371759747
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking

  10. Pass82,195 miles (+736)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    82,195 miles
    Test number
    323260677080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,459 miles (+475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    81,459 miles
    Test number
    710460145598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  12. Pass80,984 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,984 miles
    Test number
    829039505232
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking

  13. Fail80,984 miles (+4,016)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,984 miles
    Test number
    726678905217
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking

  14. Pass76,968 miles (+3,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,968 miles
    Test number
    167258944192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass73,501 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,501 miles
    Test number
    466638433111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded
    • NoteN/s & o/s/r tyres cracked

  16. Fail73,501 miles (+1,886)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,501 miles
    Test number
    547288533104
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded
    • NoteN/s & o/s/r tyres cracked

  17. Pass71,615 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,615 miles
    Test number
    298207842178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail71,615 miles (+7,835)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,615 miles
    Test number
    647107842160
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass63,780 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,780 miles
    Test number
    648494931101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped and slighty pitted

  20. Fail63,780 miles (+6,729)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,780 miles
    Test number
    318064031172
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped and slighty pitted

  21. Pass57,051 miles (+9,599)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,051 miles
    Test number
    461917770181
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWindsceen wipers slighty juddaring on sceen

  22. Pass47,452 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,452 miles
    Test number
    280083559101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,430 miles (+2,964)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,430 miles
    Test number
    133559849199
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass44,466 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,466 miles
    Test number
    382493678132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,976 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,976 miles
    Test number
    912303597072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,516 miles
    Test number
    453409106239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S795 MTF

Does S795 MTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S795 MTF expired on 5 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S795 MTF?
The MOT on S795 MTF expired on 5 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S795 MTF done?
S795 MTF was recorded at 82,885 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2023, an average of 2,290 miles a year.
Has S795 MTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S795 MTF has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S795 MTF 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 S795 MTF find?
S795 MTF passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: front suspension + steering components have corrosion; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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