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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S79 NHGMOT history

S79 NHG is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 137,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

S79 NHG blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
137,623 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S79 NHG
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
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S79 NHG was last recorded at 137,623 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 1,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jun 2016: 110,400 miles, lower than 115,727 miles on 21 Apr 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,444 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,179 miles
Average per year
3,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,623 miles
  • 2025 – 136,444 miles
  • 2024 – 135,216 miles
  • 2023 – 134,235 miles
  • 2022 – 133,026 miles
  • 2021 – 131,438 miles
  • 2019 – 130,992 miles
  • 2018 – 129,736 miles
  • 2017 – 126,753 miles
  • 2016 – 110,400 miles
  • 2015 – 115,727 miles
  • 2014 – 112,279 miles
  • 2013 – 108,625 miles
  • 2012 – 105,323 miles
  • 2011 – 99,629 miles
  • 2010 – 96,420 miles
  • 2009 – 90,296 miles
  • 2008 – 83,134 miles
  • 2007 – 71,016 miles
  • 2006 – 66,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,623 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,623 miles (+1,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    137,623 miles
    Test number
    532528320420
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass136,444 miles (+1,228)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    136,444 miles
    Test number
    150479313098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass135,216 miles (+981)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,216 miles
    Test number
    358347992424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass134,235 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    134,235 miles
    Test number
    711117777551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail134,230 miles (+1,204)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,230 miles
    Test number
    164332519565
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  6. Pass133,026 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    133,026 miles
    Test number
    454640929566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail133,001 miles (+39)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,001 miles
    Test number
    811383981026
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail132,962 miles (+1,524)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,962 miles
    Test number
    731143795271
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,438 miles (+446)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    131,438 miles
    Test number
    407398138782
    • AdvisoryAdvise all brake pipes at rear becoming corroded recommend clean and grease
    • AdvisoryAdvise front number plate damaged cracked
    • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake travel close to no reserve recommend adjustment
    • AdvisoryAdvise offside rear brake discs becoming corroded pitted
    • AdvisoryAdvise offside rear handbrake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryAdvise offside rear tyre under inflated
    • AdvisoryAdvise steel fuel pipes at rear becoming corroded recommend clean and grease
    • AdvisoryAdvise welding repairs to nearside rear floor

  10. Pass130,992 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    130,992 miles
    Test number
    488453699749
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryLow reading on nearside handbrake
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber broken but system still supported

  11. Fail130,991 miles (+68)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,991 miles
    Test number
    952795105515
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryLow reading on nearside handbrake
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber broken but system still supported

  12. Fail130,923 miles (+1,187)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,923 miles
    Test number
    863369060706
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball-joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security small hole near side in front of rear wheel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball-joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass129,736 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    129,736 miles
    Test number
    519537524942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass126,753 miles (+16,353)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    126,753 miles
    Test number
    179650494010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,400 miles (-5,327)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,400 miles
    Test number
    557759594479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass115,727 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,727 miles
    Test number
    899781515106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail115,701 miles (+3,422)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,701 miles
    Test number
    496130885015
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass112,279 miles (+3,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    112,279 miles
    Test number
    786205434009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass108,625 miles (+3,302)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    108,625 miles
    Test number
    785542343142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass105,323 miles (+5,694)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    105,323 miles
    Test number
    227537662194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass99,629 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    99,629 miles
    Test number
    116810861110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteADVISED-NEW O/S FRONT BRAKE CALIPER FITTED AND FRONT AXLE PADS,CHECK WHEEL STUDS.

  22. Fail99,629 miles (+3,209)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,629 miles
    Test number
    616258941127
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass96,420 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,420 miles
    Test number
    533980240181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,418 miles (+6,122)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,418 miles
    Test number
    964088130126
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass90,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    90,296 miles
    Test number
    560490549101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail90,296 miles (+7,162)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,296 miles
    Test number
    841819439168
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass83,134 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    83,134 miles
    Test number
    251694648186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail83,068 miles (+12,052)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,068 miles
    Test number
    784193348115
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  29. Pass71,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    71,016 miles
    Test number
    893855147192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail71,016 miles (+4,905)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,016 miles
    Test number
    344993847157
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s rear hand brake cable sticking.
    • NoteRattle to exhaust cat box.
    • NoteRear tyres cracking to edges.
    • NoteSlight blow to exhaust front pipe.

  31. Pass66,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    66,111 miles
    Test number
    722755946117
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about S79 NHG

Does S79 NHG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S79 NHG is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S79 NHG?
The MOT on S79 NHG is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S79 NHG done?
S79 NHG was recorded at 137,623 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 3,561 miles a year.
Has S79 NHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S79 NHG has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S79 NHG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jun 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S79 NHG find?
S79 NHG passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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