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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

S7 OPUMOT history

S7 OPU is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 2 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2025 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 74,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2024.

S7 OPU red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2025
Mileage
74,273 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2024
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 OPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 OPU was last recorded at 74,273 miles on 23 Apr 2024, 155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,118 miles · 12 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
155 miles
Average per year
1,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 74,273 miles
  • 2022 – 74,118 miles
  • 2020 – 73,604 miles
  • 2018 – 73,336 miles
  • 2017 – 73,055 miles
  • 2016 – 70,944 miles
  • 2015 – 66,502 miles
  • 2014 – 60,795 miles
  • 2013 – 60,301 miles
  • 2011 – 58,186 miles
  • 2010 – 56,639 miles
  • 2009 – 54,494 miles
  • 2008 – 50,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,273 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll Shock absorber casings/Coil Springs corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside/Nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle Underbody/structure Undersealed All Jacking points 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,273 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,273 miles
    Test number
    762817695210
    • AdvisoryAll Shock absorber casings/Coil Springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside/Nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Underbody/structure Undersealed All Jacking points corroded

  2. Fail74,273 miles (+155)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,273 miles
    Test number
    106700447252
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll Shock absorber casings/Coil Springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside/Nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Underbody/structure Undersealed All Jacking points corroded

  3. Pass74,118 miles (+514)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,118 miles
    Test number
    438566827298
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody undersealed

  4. Pass73,604 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,604 miles
    Test number
    598775033674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,336 miles (+281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    73,336 miles
    Test number
    214881766300
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody under - sealed, unable to do full inspection

  6. Pass73,055 miles (+2,111)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,055 miles
    Test number
    546557498586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,944 miles (+4,442)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,944 miles
    Test number
    821322948889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,502 miles (+5,707)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,502 miles
    Test number
    386320885100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,795 miles
    Test number
    418044544174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,795 miles (+494)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,795 miles
    Test number
    297862834155
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  11. Pass60,301 miles (+2,115)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,301 miles
    Test number
    825068973194
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner

  12. Pass58,186 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,186 miles
    Test number
    676448801282
    • NoteAdvise customer front tyres wearing on the inner treads.

  13. Fail58,186 miles (+1,547)11 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,186 miles
    Test number
    329463301405
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdvise customer front tyres wearing on the inner treads.

  14. Pass56,639 miles (+2,145)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,639 miles
    Test number
    853542960169
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteHorn slightly making a distorted noise

  15. Pass54,494 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,494 miles
    Test number
    811052459106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,067 miles
    Test number
    350711558120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S7 OPU

Does S7 OPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S7 OPU expired on 22 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S7 OPU?
The MOT on S7 OPU expired on 22 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S7 OPU done?
S7 OPU was recorded at 74,273 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2024, an average of 1,523 miles a year.
Has S7 OPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 OPU has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S7 OPU 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 S7 OPU find?
S7 OPU passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: all shock absorber casings/coil springs corroded; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear oil leak, but not excessive diff, and 2 more.

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