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BMW Z3

White · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S796 RUXMOT history

S796 RUX is a white petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 105,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2022.

S796 RUX white BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2023
Mileage
105,978 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S796 RUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S796 RUX was last recorded at 105,978 miles on 23 Jul 2022, 1,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,084 miles · 4 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,894 miles
Average per year
3,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,978 miles
  • 2021 – 104,084 miles
  • 2020 – 102,061 miles
  • 2019 – 101,756 miles
  • 2018 – 101,057 miles
  • 2017 – 99,531 miles
  • 2016 – 97,009 miles
  • 2010 – 91,835 miles
  • 2009 – 78,393 miles
  • 2008 – 64,945 miles
  • 2006 – 56,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,978 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySome corrosion in underside ,bt none excessive enough to fail

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both steering rack inner joints have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,978 miles (+1,894)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,978 miles
    Test number
    240528257746
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion in underside ,bt none excessive enough to fail

  2. Pass104,084 miles (+39)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    104,084 miles
    Test number
    849528847131
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail104,045 miles (+1,984)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,045 miles
    Test number
    928065578396
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer + inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass102,061 miles (+305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    102,061 miles
    Test number
    522551297899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass101,756 miles (+699)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,756 miles
    Test number
    640162143971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,057 miles (+1,526)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,057 miles
    Test number
    951887122827
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass99,531 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,531 miles
    Test number
    226347856159
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack inner joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section corroded

  8. Fail99,520 miles (+2,511)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,520 miles
    Test number
    969385667564
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack inner joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section corroded

  9. Pass97,009 miles (+5,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,009 miles
    Test number
    110774111999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components slightly corroded

  10. Pass91,835 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,835 miles
    Test number
    791765250192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres are wearing on inner treads

  11. Fail91,831 miles (+13,438)10 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,831 miles
    Test number
    353063850153
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine overheated during emissions test
    • NoteFront brake discs show wear on faces
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres are wearing on inner treads
    • NoteRear brake discs are pitting and corroding on faces

  12. Pass78,393 miles (+173)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    78,393 miles
    Test number
    631133559181
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteAir bag light on dash
    • NoteBrake pad light on dash

  13. Fail78,220 miles (+13,275)5 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,220 miles
    Test number
    660259849199
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteAir bag light on dash
    • NoteBrake pad light on dash

  14. Pass64,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,945 miles
    Test number
    363766188075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,945 miles (+8,617)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,945 miles
    Test number
    944124778046
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass56,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    56,328 miles
    Test number
    824742156308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,328 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,328 miles
    Test number
    671599546312
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about S796 RUX

Does S796 RUX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S796 RUX expired on 22 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S796 RUX?
The MOT on S796 RUX expired on 22 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S796 RUX done?
S796 RUX was recorded at 105,978 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2022, an average of 3,182 miles a year.
Has S796 RUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S796 RUX has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on S796 RUX 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 S796 RUX find?
S796 RUX passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; rear coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle; some corrosion in underside ,bt none excessive enough to fail.

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