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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V1 HJMMOT history

V1 HJM is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 55,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

V1 HJM blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
55,124 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 HJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 HJM was last recorded at 55,124 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 678 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,446 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
678 miles
Average per year
1,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,124 miles
  • 2025 – 54,446 miles
  • 2024 – 54,009 miles
  • 2023 – 53,151 miles
  • 2022 – 52,713 miles
  • 2021 – 52,320 miles
  • 2020 – 51,672 miles
  • 2019 – 50,361 miles
  • 2018 – 49,732 miles
  • 2017 – 49,353 miles
  • 2016 – 48,921 miles
  • 2015 – 48,372 miles
  • 2014 – 47,274 miles
  • 2012 – 46,421 miles
  • 2011 – 45,632 miles
  • 2010 – 42,710 miles
  • 2009 – 40,142 miles
  • 2008 – 39,370 miles
  • 2007 – 37,087 miles
  • 2006 – 31,165 miles
  • 2005 – 26,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,124 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Both brake discs corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass55,124 miles (+678)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    55,124 miles
    Test number
    449472438795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass54,446 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    474234242222
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail54,446 miles (+437)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    630011254824
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass54,009 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    54,009 miles
    Test number
    661559476423
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail54,009 miles (+858)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,009 miles
    Test number
    587058588424
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass53,151 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,151 miles
    Test number
    573775176523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail53,146 miles (+24)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,146 miles
    Test number
    930160889398
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail53,122 miles (+409)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,122 miles
    Test number
    254459372045
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted de-bonded from backing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass52,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    52,713 miles
    Test number
    422019076630
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and nearside rear tyres starting to perish/crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail52,713 miles (+393)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,713 miles
    Test number
    788661721413
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and nearside rear tyres starting to perish/crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass52,320 miles (+648)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    52,320 miles
    Test number
    249964891914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower shaft (2.2.2 (c))

  12. Pass51,672 miles (+1,311)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    51,672 miles
    Test number
    723024547608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower shaft (2.2.2 (c))

  13. Pass50,361 miles (+629)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    50,361 miles
    Test number
    222519637085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in lower steering shaft universal joints
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on front brake discs

  14. Pass49,732 miles (+379)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,732 miles
    Test number
    325294588765
    • AdvisoryFront Both brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Both brake discs corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight play in pinion bearing

  15. Pass49,353 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    49,353 miles
    Test number
    840742127607
    • AdvisoryFront Both brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Both brake discs corroded

  16. Fail49,328 miles (+407)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,328 miles
    Test number
    295621860692
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Both brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Both brake discs corroded

  17. Pass48,921 miles (+549)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,921 miles
    Test number
    467173222916
    • AdvisoryFront Both headlamp plastic covers opaque
    • AdvisoryFront Surface corrosion to front suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc corroded

  18. Pass48,372 miles (+1,098)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,372 miles
    Test number
    956661075043
    • NoteAll front suspension components have surface corrosion
    • NoteFront brake calipers have surface corrosion
    • NoteN/s headlight plastic cover opaque

  19. Pass47,274 miles (+853)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,274 miles
    Test number
    876839944035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,421 miles (+789)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,421 miles
    Test number
    468365162212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,632 miles (+2,922)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,632 miles
    Test number
    906902071284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,710 miles
    Test number
    622953370294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,710 miles (+2,568)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,710 miles
    Test number
    192942270215
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  24. Pass40,142 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,142 miles
    Test number
    382220859418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,370 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,370 miles
    Test number
    540950678255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,087 miles (+5,922)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,087 miles
    Test number
    984186327206
    • NoteBoth n/s tyres in poor condition and need changing in near future !!!!!!!!

  27. Pass31,165 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,165 miles
    Test number
    131010726263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    26,966 miles
    Test number
    460858335259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V1 HJM

Does V1 HJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 HJM is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 HJM?
The MOT on V1 HJM is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 HJM done?
V1 HJM was recorded at 55,124 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 1,370 miles a year.
Has V1 HJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 HJM has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V1 HJM 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 V1 HJM find?
V1 HJM passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished, and 5 more.

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