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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

S801 MJOMOT history

S801 MJO is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

S801 MJO silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
116,288 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S801 MJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S801 MJO was last recorded at 116,288 miles on 18 May 2026, 2,601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 May 2019: 112,640 miles, lower than 112,646 miles on 26 May 2018.

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
113,687 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,601 miles
Average per year
953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,288 miles
  • 2025 – 113,687 miles
  • 2021 – 113,598 miles
  • 2019 – 112,648 miles
  • 2018 – 112,646 miles
  • 2017 – 112,128 miles
  • 2016 – 110,966 miles
  • 2014 – 105,450 miles
  • 2013 – 105,450 miles
  • 2010 – 99,178 miles
  • 2009 – 98,738 miles
  • 2008 – 98,558 miles
  • 2007 – 97,979 miles
  • 2006 – 96,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,288 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive heavy. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,288 miles (+2,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,288 miles
    Test number
    755234075307
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive heavy. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion.

  2. Pass113,687 miles (+89)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    113,687 miles
    Test number
    262502544103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass113,598 miles (+950)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    113,598 miles
    Test number
    210059478044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass112,648 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,648 miles
    Test number
    639634690215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,640 miles (-6)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,640 miles
    Test number
    551243138202
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail112,646 miles (+518)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,646 miles
    Test number
    448263407992
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass112,128 miles (+1,162)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    112,128 miles
    Test number
    168408542772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,966 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,966 miles
    Test number
    390881263309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,904 miles (+5,454)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,904 miles
    Test number
    475973751699
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

  10. Pass105,450 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,450 miles
    Test number
    297733864146
    • NoteSlight cracking on n/s front tyre

  11. Fail105,450 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,450 miles
    Test number
    479570264194
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteSlight cracking on n/s front tyre

  12. Fail105,450 miles (+6,272)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,450 miles
    Test number
    658572313084
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass99,178 miles (+440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    99,178 miles
    Test number
    993235340169
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail98,738 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,738 miles
    Test number
    160635819151
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass98,738 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    98,738 miles
    Test number
    252715619439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,558 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    98,558 miles
    Test number
    912530038041
    • NoteFront reg plate surround broken
    • NoteOil leaks all over engine area
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  17. Fail98,558 miles (+579)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,558 miles
    Test number
    973911428048
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear top shock mounts starting to break away
    • NoteFront reg plate surround broken
    • NoteOil leaks all over engine area
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  18. Pass97,979 miles (+1,046)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    97,979 miles
    Test number
    423064227035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass96,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    96,933 miles
    Test number
    120358826021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S801 MJO

Does S801 MJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S801 MJO is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S801 MJO?
The MOT on S801 MJO is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S801 MJO done?
S801 MJO was recorded at 116,288 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 953 miles a year.
Has S801 MJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S801 MJO has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2019.
Has the mileage on S801 MJO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S801 MJO find?
S801 MJO passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive heavy.; underbody corrosion..

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