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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S820 HBWMOT history

S820 HBW is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 30 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 107,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2023.

S820 HBW green 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 2024
Mileage
107,959 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S820 HBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S820 HBW was last recorded at 107,959 miles on 15 Aug 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,956 miles · 9 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 107,959 miles
  • 2022 – 107,116 miles
  • 2021 – 105,880 miles
  • 2019 – 103,465 miles
  • 2018 – 100,569 miles
  • 2016 – 98,755 miles
  • 2015 – 94,171 miles
  • 2014 – 85,914 miles
  • 2013 – 82,512 miles
  • 2012 – 79,450 miles
  • 2010 – 75,085 miles
  • 2009 – 69,629 miles
  • 2008 – 66,382 miles
  • 2007 – 64,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,959 miles
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,959 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    107,959 miles
    Test number
    981649579851
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail107,956 miles (+840)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,956 miles
    Test number
    378027788202
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass107,116 miles (+1,236)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    107,116 miles
    Test number
    960081447023
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass105,880 miles (+14)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,880 miles
    Test number
    526692978130
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail105,866 miles (+2,401)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,866 miles
    Test number
    668588792337
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Outer pad. (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Fitted incorrectly. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass103,465 miles (+4)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,465 miles
    Test number
    591019850563
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail103,461 miles (+2,892)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,461 miles
    Test number
    165183015912
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass100,569 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,569 miles
    Test number
    795211883530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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 rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Fail100,569 miles (+1,814)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,569 miles
    Test number
    165969323033
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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 rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass98,755 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,755 miles
    Test number
    431227495630
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail98,755 miles (+4,584)1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,755 miles
    Test number
    753932581966
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass94,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,171 miles
    Test number
    171430376749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,171 miles (+2,461)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,171 miles
    Test number
    291713254020
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass91,710 miles (+5,796)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,710 miles
    Test number
    325133815047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,914 miles (+3,402)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    85,914 miles
    Test number
    676918104075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    82,512 miles
    Test number
    265919303019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,506 miles (+3,056)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,506 miles
    Test number
    705389703042
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  18. Pass79,450 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    79,450 miles
    Test number
    126526402077
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system slightly noisy
    • NoteNearside front tyre getting low on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust mountings in poor condtion

  19. Fail79,450 miles (+4,365)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,450 miles
    Test number
    526576902091
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system slightly noisy
    • NoteNearside front tyre getting low on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust mountings in poor condtion

  20. Pass75,085 miles (+2,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    75,085 miles
    Test number
    764114460331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass72,786 miles (+3,157)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,786 miles
    Test number
    920811610033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to get low on inner edge

  22. Pass69,629 miles (+3,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    69,629 miles
    Test number
    233682509037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  23. Pass66,382 miles (+2,176)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    66,382 miles
    Test number
    162915828480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,206 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,206 miles
    Test number
    710982117082
    • NoteMovement in front suspension bushes and mountings
    • NoteNearisde rear tyre uneven wear
    • NoteNearside front tyre uneven wear and worn close to the legal wear limit
    • NoteOffside rear wheel rim slightly distorted
    • NoteSports exhaust fitted

Questions about S820 HBW

Does S820 HBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S820 HBW expired on 14 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S820 HBW?
The MOT on S820 HBW expired on 14 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S820 HBW done?
S820 HBW was recorded at 107,959 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2023, an average of 2,638 miles a year.
Has S820 HBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S820 HBW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S820 HBW 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 S820 HBW find?
S820 HBW passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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