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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V23 LDAMOT history

V23 LDA is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 117,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

V23 LDA blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
117,251 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 LDA
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 LDA was last recorded at 117,251 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,251 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,251 miles
  • 2025 – 117,209 miles
  • 2023 – 117,134 miles
  • 2022 – 116,450 miles
  • 2021 – 116,337 miles
  • 2020 – 115,793 miles
  • 2019 – 115,283 miles
  • 2018 – 114,805 miles
  • 2017 – 114,406 miles
  • 2016 – 113,900 miles
  • 2015 – 112,705 miles
  • 2014 – 108,879 miles
  • 2013 – 96,202 miles
  • 2012 – 85,864 miles
  • 2011 – 79,927 miles
  • 2010 – 73,326 miles
  • 2009 – 67,274 miles
  • 2008 – 61,456 miles
  • 2007 – 53,749 miles
  • 2006 – 46,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,251 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front tyre worn edges and perished 225/50x16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    117,251 miles
    Test number
    480595711323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail117,251 miles (+42)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,251 miles
    Test number
    213440180461
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass117,209 miles (+75)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    117,209 miles
    Test number
    737713363572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,134 miles (+684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,134 miles
    Test number
    758628432412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both the n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear suspension components slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass116,450 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,450 miles
    Test number
    715102068970
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All front and rear ferrules slightly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear suspension components slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass116,337 miles (+544)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    116,337 miles
    Test number
    620153335332
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake hose ferrules slightly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security NS and OS outer sill covers corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components corroded slightly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass115,793 miles (+510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    115,793 miles
    Test number
    760803668309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear suspension arms slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass115,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,283 miles
    Test number
    955248076590
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

  9. Fail115,283 miles (+478)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,283 miles
    Test number
    923353813683
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

  10. Pass114,805 miles (+399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    114,805 miles
    Test number
    486181371719
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section corroded and has slight leak

  11. Pass114,406 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    114,406 miles
    Test number
    332359496918
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn edges and perished 225/50x16
    • AdvisoryPlay o/s/f steering rack

  12. Fail114,400 miles (+500)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,400 miles
    Test number
    747086759982
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint exass lift (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s and n/s.wipers not checked for clearing (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn edges and perished 225/50x16
    • AdvisoryPlay o/s/f steering rack

  13. Pass113,900 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,900 miles
    Test number
    490424486296
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sill prescribed areas

  14. Fail113,900 miles (+1,195)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,900 miles
    Test number
    916019321268
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of outer sill prescribed areas

  15. Pass112,705 miles (+3,826)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    112,705 miles
    Test number
    491554236854
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wer pon edges and tread low
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on sills
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen marked

  16. Pass108,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    108,879 miles
    Test number
    337328254474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail108,878 miles (+12,676)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,878 miles
    Test number
    398668654212
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGearbox leaking

  18. Pass96,202 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,202 miles
    Test number
    469906263261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail95,843 miles (+9,979)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,843 miles
    Test number
    599633253201
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass85,864 miles (+5,937)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,864 miles
    Test number
    386878562221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,927 miles (+6,601)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    79,927 miles
    Test number
    798762361210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,326 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,326 miles
    Test number
    851587550299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail73,323 miles (+6,049)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,323 miles
    Test number
    451386350205
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass67,274 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    67,274 miles
    Test number
    701560059214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  25. Fail67,274 miles (+5,818)3 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,274 miles
    Test number
    980320959221
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  26. Pass61,456 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    61,456 miles
    Test number
    542758468283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail61,407 miles (+7,658)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,407 miles
    Test number
    804882268235
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  28. Pass53,749 miles (+7,060)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,749 miles
    Test number
    343971657432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteAdvise front and rear no plates

  29. Pass46,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,689 miles
    Test number
    744424356238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V23 LDA

Does V23 LDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 LDA is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 LDA?
The MOT on V23 LDA is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 LDA done?
V23 LDA was recorded at 117,251 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 3,526 miles a year.
Has V23 LDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 LDA has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V23 LDA 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 V23 LDA find?
V23 LDA passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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