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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S799 CFMMOT history

S799 CFM is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 82,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

S799 CFM blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
82,532 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S799 CFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S799 CFM was last recorded at 82,532 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,734 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
798 miles
Average per year
2,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,532 miles
  • 2024 – 81,734 miles
  • 2022 – 81,675 miles
  • 2021 – 79,610 miles
  • 2020 – 78,224 miles
  • 2019 – 76,776 miles
  • 2018 – 75,714 miles
  • 2017 – 72,264 miles
  • 2015 – 68,579 miles
  • 2014 – 65,234 miles
  • 2013 – 64,512 miles
  • 2011 – 63,858 miles
  • 2010 – 62,999 miles
  • 2009 – 55,587 miles
  • 2008 – 47,526 miles
  • 2007 – 45,783 miles
  • 2006 – 42,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,532 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively brake has got hot (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySuspension mounts and components corroded

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.

  • Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Few areas of corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished and cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,532 miles (+798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    82,532 miles
    Test number
    474482140547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively brake has got hot (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension mounts and components corroded
  2. Pass81,734 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,734 miles
    Test number
    890316319482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished and cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail81,724 miles (+10)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,724 miles
    Test number
    738928302796
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished and cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail81,714 miles (+39)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,714 miles
    Test number
    238472247711
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.49 min (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working wipers not checked (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFew areas of corrosion
  5. Pass81,675 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,675 miles
    Test number
    808385442275
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFew areas of corrosion
  6. Fail81,672 miles (+50)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,672 miles
    Test number
    120433349753
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFew areas of corrosion
  7. Fail81,622 miles (+2,012)11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,622 miles
    Test number
    807754164266
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Rack and pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass79,610 miles (+1,386)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,610 miles
    Test number
    591269312376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,224 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,224 miles
    Test number
    648714028051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,220 miles (+1,444)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,220 miles
    Test number
    377017637645
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear. x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass76,776 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,776 miles
    Test number
    436435803642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,774 miles (+5)2 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,774 miles
    Test number
    901283594652
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Fail76,769 miles (+1,055)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,769 miles
    Test number
    265838226220
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewalls split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewalls split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested smoking badly (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  14. Pass75,714 miles (+3,450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,714 miles
    Test number
    343153016884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass72,264 miles (+3,685)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,264 miles
    Test number
    192553985607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,579 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,579 miles
    Test number
    640222842644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,234 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,234 miles
    Test number
    269702884284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,747 miles (+235)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,747 miles
    Test number
    736530364137
    • NoteNearside front tyre very deteriorated and cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre very deteriorated and cracking
  19. Pass64,512 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,512 miles
    Test number
    717520173153
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres perished
  20. Fail64,512 miles (+654)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,512 miles
    Test number
    429670073107
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres perished
  21. Pass63,858 miles (+859)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,858 miles
    Test number
    397758331189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  22. Pass62,999 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    62,999 miles
    Test number
    294658940157
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  23. Fail62,998 miles (+7,411)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,998 miles
    Test number
    903036840135
    • FailureCentre Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Pass55,587 miles (+8,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,587 miles
    Test number
    790629199019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  25. Fail47,526 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,526 miles
    Test number
    191545008102
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass47,526 miles (+1,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,526 miles
    Test number
    571435908136
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass45,783 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,783 miles
    Test number
    271129517207
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 3mm
  28. Fail45,779 miles (+3,021)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,779 miles
    Test number
    372205917446
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
  29. Pass42,758 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,758 miles
    Test number
    192290906297
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front brake discs
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate
  30. Fail42,758 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,758 miles
    Test number
    343020106487
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front brake discs
    • NoteSlight damage to front number plate

Questions about S799 CFM

Does S799 CFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S799 CFM is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S799 CFM?
The MOT on S799 CFM is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S799 CFM done?
S799 CFM was recorded at 82,532 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 2,013 miles a year.
Has S799 CFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S799 CFM has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S799 CFM 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 S799 CFM find?
S799 CFM passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively brake has got hot; suspension mounts and components corroded.

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