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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,246 cc

S9 OPJMOT history

S9 OPJ is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 7 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

S9 OPJ blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
88,746 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 OPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 OPJ was last recorded at 88,746 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,716 miles · 12 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
1,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,746 miles
  • 2021 – 88,716 miles
  • 2020 – 88,710 miles
  • 2019 – 88,700 miles
  • 2016 – 85,501 miles
  • 2015 – 84,504 miles
  • 2014 – 80,670 miles
  • 2013 – 78,015 miles
  • 2011 – 73,384 miles
  • 2010 – 72,366 miles
  • 2009 – 70,435 miles
  • 2008 – 65,033 miles
  • 2007 – 56,791 miles
  • 2006 – 54,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,746 miles
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to brake discs

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,746 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    88,746 miles
    Test number
    779128833662
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to brake discs

  2. Pass88,716 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,716 miles
    Test number
    412719824910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail88,710 miles (+10)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,710 miles
    Test number
    422580677850
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass88,700 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    296396542088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,501 miles (+997)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,501 miles
    Test number
    616558072912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,504 miles (+3,834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    84,504 miles
    Test number
    749173746536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight misting of oil

  7. Fail80,670 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,670 miles
    Test number
    629845534202
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyres 3 mm tread remaining

  8. Pass80,670 miles (+2,655)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    80,670 miles
    Test number
    649655234280
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyres 3 mm tread remaining

  9. Pass78,015 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,015 miles
    Test number
    495696143272
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail78,014 miles (+1,051)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,014 miles
    Test number
    767895343231
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass76,963 miles (+3,579)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,963 miles
    Test number
    128127103085
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAirbag light on

  12. Pass73,384 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,384 miles
    Test number
    259063791158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail73,384 miles (+1,018)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,384 miles
    Test number
    996923091190
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass72,366 miles (+1,931)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    72,366 miles
    Test number
    504048150263
    • NoteBoth front tyres showing signs of cracking in tread

  15. Pass70,435 miles (+5,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,435 miles
    Test number
    970247759275
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass65,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    65,033 miles
    Test number
    653307498221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,033 miles (+8,242)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,033 miles
    Test number
    342006998410
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass56,791 miles (+2,198)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,791 miles
    Test number
    311371077446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    54,593 miles
    Test number
    182929226256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 OPJ

Does S9 OPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 OPJ is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 OPJ?
The MOT on S9 OPJ is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 OPJ done?
S9 OPJ was recorded at 88,746 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 1,709 miles a year.
Has S9 OPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 OPJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on S9 OPJ 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 S9 OPJ find?
S9 OPJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: surface corrosion to brake discs.

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