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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S98 MGMMOT history

S98 MGM is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 126,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

S98 MGM silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
126,990 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 MGM
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S98 MGM was last recorded at 126,990 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 1,532 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,458 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,532 miles
Average per year
3,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,990 miles
  • 2025 – 125,458 miles
  • 2022 – 125,418 miles
  • 2021 – 125,395 miles
  • 2019 – 111,970 miles
  • 2018 – 106,618 miles
  • 2017 – 94,113 miles
  • 2015 – 91,678 miles
  • 2014 – 88,218 miles
  • 2013 – 87,208 miles
  • 2012 – 85,514 miles
  • 2011 – 79,355 miles
  • 2010 – 74,649 miles
  • 2009 – 70,596 miles
  • 2008 – 64,509 miles
  • 2007 – 56,417 miles
  • 2006 – 51,603 miles
  • 2005 – 44,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,990 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,990 miles (+1,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    126,990 miles
    Test number
    525926332272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass125,458 miles (+40)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    125,458 miles
    Test number
    707449086876
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills- both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills- both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Various (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail125,418 miles (+23)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,418 miles
    Test number
    994921770134
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,395 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    125,395 miles
    Test number
    959843798491
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail125,383 miles (+13,413)1 dangerous8 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,383 miles
    Test number
    785849727991
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass111,970 miles (+5,352)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,970 miles
    Test number
    484008562618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,618 miles (+4,555)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,618 miles
    Test number
    923009892547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail102,063 miles (+7,950)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,063 miles
    Test number
    113177468394
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)

  9. Pass94,113 miles (+2,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,113 miles
    Test number
    685462315044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass91,678 miles (+3,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    91,678 miles
    Test number
    372886236825
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass88,218 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    88,218 miles
    Test number
    476045324391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,211 miles (+1,003)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,211 miles
    Test number
    848862224349
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass87,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    87,208 miles
    Test number
    699470543337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,208 miles (+1,694)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,208 miles
    Test number
    735110943344
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass85,514 miles (+6,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    85,514 miles
    Test number
    755207332280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass79,355 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    79,355 miles
    Test number
    818424221271
    • NoteFront discs heavily worn
    • NoteMovement in both lower ball joints

  17. Fail79,355 miles (+4,706)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,355 miles
    Test number
    305553021446
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteFront discs heavily worn
    • NoteMovement in both lower ball joints

  18. Pass74,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    74,649 miles
    Test number
    212283120223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,649 miles (+4,053)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,649 miles
    Test number
    671033320207
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass70,596 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,596 miles
    Test number
    602306739257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail70,596 miles (+6,087)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,596 miles
    Test number
    872416039224
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass64,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    64,509 miles
    Test number
    362931508285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,509 miles (+8,092)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,509 miles
    Test number
    552860808246
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass56,417 miles (+4,814)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    56,417 miles
    Test number
    561159797150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass51,603 miles (+7,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    51,603 miles
    Test number
    841563216260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass44,071 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    44,071 miles
    Test number
    154847985126
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Questions about S98 MGM

Does S98 MGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S98 MGM is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S98 MGM?
The MOT on S98 MGM is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S98 MGM done?
S98 MGM was recorded at 126,990 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 3,946 miles a year.
Has S98 MGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 MGM has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S98 MGM 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 S98 MGM find?
S98 MGM passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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