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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S804 UUXMOT history

S804 UUX is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 132,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2022.

S804 UUX silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2023
Mileage
132,888 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2022
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S804 UUX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S804 UUX was last recorded at 132,888 miles on 26 Jul 2022, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,854 miles · 22 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
3,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,888 miles
  • 2021 – 130,682 miles
  • 2020 – 128,041 miles
  • 2019 – 124,366 miles
  • 2018 – 123,584 miles
  • 2017 – 122,700 miles
  • 2016 – 120,777 miles
  • 2015 – 118,296 miles
  • 2014 – 113,361 miles
  • 2013 – 108,412 miles
  • 2012 – 104,185 miles
  • 2011 – 98,149 miles
  • 2010 – 91,150 miles
  • 2009 – 83,930 miles
  • 2008 – 78,924 miles
  • 2007 – 72,992 miles
  • 2006 – 70,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,888 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,888 miles (+34)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    132,888 miles
    Test number
    567138119324
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,854 miles (+2,172)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,854 miles
    Test number
    770470277429
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,682 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    130,682 miles
    Test number
    789895787114
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail130,674 miles (+2,633)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,674 miles
    Test number
    941723279031
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,041 miles (+3,675)20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,041 miles
    Test number
    900937676762
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber worn on edge (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake slightly low effort on roller brake test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers corroded & obscuring some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring power steering components, some brake pipes & fuel lines

  6. Pass124,366 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,366 miles
    Test number
    176238405879
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers obscuring some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring some brake pipes & fuel lines
    • AdvisoryVehicle over heated on mot ramp

  7. Fail124,365 miles (+781)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    476538154586
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle over heated on mot ramp

  8. Pass123,584 miles (+1)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,584 miles
    Test number
    904978073049
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber worn on edge (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers obscuring some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring some components

  9. Fail123,583 miles (+883)4 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,583 miles
    Test number
    337459784754
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  10. Pass122,700 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    122,700 miles
    Test number
    250868044593
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion by all jacking points but not excessive

  11. Fail122,688 miles (+1,911)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,688 miles
    Test number
    730499318943
    • FailureEmissions not tested overheated on bets test 0.6% would have failed (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion by all jacking points but not excessive

  12. Pass120,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    120,777 miles
    Test number
    434862099450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail120,777 miles (+2,481)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,777 miles
    Test number
    289443377498
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass118,296 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,296 miles
    Test number
    466284225216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail118,277 miles (+4,916)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,277 miles
    Test number
    865157915229
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass113,361 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    113,361 miles
    Test number
    945367714277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail113,361 miles (+4,949)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,361 miles
    Test number
    979573114297
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass108,412 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    108,412 miles
    Test number
    849348513245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail108,410 miles (+4,225)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,410 miles
    Test number
    366047813488
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass104,185 miles (+1)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    104,185 miles
    Test number
    509481392201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear tyres are out of shape cuased by seperation or partial failure of their structure

  21. Fail104,184 miles (+6,035)3 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,184 miles
    Test number
    366600692244
    • 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 Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear tyres are out of shape cuased by seperation or partial failure of their structure

  22. Pass98,149 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    98,149 miles
    Test number
    428310691297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail98,147 miles (+6,997)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,147 miles
    Test number
    758446081236
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass91,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    91,150 miles
    Test number
    763326520253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail91,150 miles (+7,220)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,150 miles
    Test number
    273786320266
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront discs lipped

  26. Pass83,930 miles (+5,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,930 miles
    Test number
    570344339280
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass78,924 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    78,924 miles
    Test number
    921435158277
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Fail78,845 miles (+5,853)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    140106848257
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass72,992 miles (+2,992)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,992 miles
    Test number
    781490247219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass70,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    70,000 miles
    Test number
    231345456218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail70,000 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,000 miles
    Test number
    804101546234
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about S804 UUX

Does S804 UUX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S804 UUX expired on 14 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S804 UUX?
The MOT on S804 UUX expired on 14 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S804 UUX done?
S804 UUX was recorded at 132,888 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2022, an average of 3,954 miles a year.
Has S804 UUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S804 UUX has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on S804 UUX 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 S804 UUX find?
S804 UUX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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