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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,895 cc

S99 CABMOT history

S99 CAB is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 49,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

S99 CAB silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
49,596 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S99 CAB
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 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S99 CAB was last recorded at 49,596 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,094 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
502 miles
Average per year
990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,596 miles
  • 2025 – 49,094 miles
  • 2024 – 48,838 miles
  • 2023 – 48,696 miles
  • 2022 – 48,674 miles
  • 2021 – 48,607 miles
  • 2020 – 48,587 miles
  • 2019 – 48,325 miles
  • 2018 – 47,956 miles
  • 2017 – 47,596 miles
  • 2016 – 47,474 miles
  • 2015 – 47,142 miles
  • 2014 – 46,863 miles
  • 2013 – 46,101 miles
  • 2012 – 45,147 miles
  • 2011 – 44,367 miles
  • 2010 – 42,870 miles
  • 2009 – 40,840 miles
  • 2008 – 34,702 miles
  • 2007 – 32,591 miles
  • 2006 – 29,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,596 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,596 miles (+502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    49,596 miles
    Test number
    129898727371
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass49,094 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    49,094 miles
    Test number
    735031871924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,838 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    48,838 miles
    Test number
    586573207119
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail48,835 miles (+25)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,835 miles
    Test number
    526307297706
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail48,810 miles (+114)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,810 miles
    Test number
    306412899349
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass48,696 miles (+22)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    48,696 miles
    Test number
    240154228240
    • AdvisoryCentral rear stop lamp not working, not sure if it is connected
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass48,674 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    48,674 miles
    Test number
    231462515164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass48,607 miles (+20)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    48,607 miles
    Test number
    606664029195
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working cant say whether its connected or not (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust front pipe bracket broken and corroded but system adequately supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill cover corroded cant see the sills
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass48,587 miles (+262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,587 miles
    Test number
    395139632005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  10. Pass48,325 miles (+369)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    48,325 miles
    Test number
    690928810423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNsr and osr outer sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  11. Pass47,956 miles (+360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,956 miles
    Test number
    799100228664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass47,596 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    47,596 miles
    Test number
    857336217646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNsr and osr outer sill slightly corroded

  13. Fail47,596 miles (+122)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,596 miles
    Test number
    999995871637
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNsr and osr outer sill slightly corroded

  14. Pass47,474 miles (+332)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,474 miles
    Test number
    474252018261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,142 miles (+279)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,142 miles
    Test number
    318717695144
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust middle and rear boxes rusted

  16. Pass46,863 miles (+762)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,863 miles
    Test number
    719053404221
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust section rusty.corroded but serviceable

  17. Pass46,101 miles (+954)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,101 miles
    Test number
    549326403259
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust rear section rusty but, servicable

  18. Pass45,147 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,147 miles
    Test number
    679800112220
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust/box rusted/corroded but servicable

  19. Fail45,147 miles (+780)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,147 miles
    Test number
    338999502224
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass44,367 miles (+1,497)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,367 miles
    Test number
    129706491139
    • NoteBack box starting to rust
    • NoteFront number plate getting worn
    • NoteRear break pipes starting to rust slightley

  21. Pass42,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,870 miles
    Test number
    163457290122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,870 miles (+2,030)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,870 miles
    Test number
    883286090156
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate starting fade
    • NoteMarks on vehicle
    • NoteOil leak ?

  23. Pass40,840 miles (+83)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,840 miles
    Test number
    382533689148
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR R,PLATES

  24. Fail40,757 miles (+6,055)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,757 miles
    Test number
    203568579456
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureCoil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR R,PLATES

  25. Pass34,702 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,702 miles
    Test number
    574144398151
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Fail34,702 miles (+2,111)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,702 miles
    Test number
    211924198498
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass32,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,591 miles
    Test number
    492824397150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,591 miles (+3,062)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,591 miles
    Test number
    261303397484
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass29,529 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    29,529 miles
    Test number
    464504296103
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about S99 CAB

Does S99 CAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S99 CAB is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S99 CAB?
The MOT on S99 CAB is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S99 CAB done?
S99 CAB was recorded at 49,596 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 990 miles a year.
Has S99 CAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S99 CAB has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S99 CAB 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 S99 CAB find?
S99 CAB passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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