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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

V37 MSTMOT history

V37 MST is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 8 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 78,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

V37 MST black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2023
Mileage
78,672 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V37 MST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V37 MST was last recorded at 78,672 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 1,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,471 miles · 25 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,201 miles
Average per year
2,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 78,672 miles
  • 2021 – 77,471 miles
  • 2020 – 76,153 miles
  • 2019 – 74,565 miles
  • 2018 – 71,810 miles
  • 2017 – 69,281 miles
  • 2016 – 66,967 miles
  • 2015 – 64,646 miles
  • 2014 – 62,700 miles
  • 2013 – 60,278 miles
  • 2012 – 58,008 miles
  • 2011 – 55,279 miles
  • 2010 – 52,747 miles
  • 2009 – 50,653 miles
  • 2008 – 48,003 miles
  • 2007 – 46,459 miles
  • 2006 – 43,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,672 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of sills due to covers fitted both sidesRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,672 miles (+1,201)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,672 miles
    Test number
    352014774867
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of sills due to covers fitted both sides

  2. Pass77,471 miles (+1,318)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    77,471 miles
    Test number
    287297215533
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside has heavy corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of sills due to covers fitted both sides

  3. Pass76,153 miles (+1,588)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,153 miles
    Test number
    292433114726
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced has heavy corrosion but not excessive underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of sills due to covers fitted

  4. Pass74,565 miles (+2,755)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,565 miles
    Test number
    113023919784
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle has heavy corrosion but not excessive (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of sills due to covers fitted both sides

  5. Pass71,810 miles (+2,529)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    71,810 miles
    Test number
    284702967885
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight power steering leak at steering rack boot.
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of sills due to side covers fitted.

  6. Pass69,281 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,281 miles
    Test number
    948784610960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,967 miles (+2,321)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,967 miles
    Test number
    826665501252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass64,646 miles (+1,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,646 miles
    Test number
    103591568082
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted obscuring some areas

  9. Pass62,700 miles (+42)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,700 miles
    Test number
    565112294173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail62,658 miles (+2,380)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,658 miles
    Test number
    147191094125
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass60,278 miles (+19)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    60,278 miles
    Test number
    885064203224
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail60,259 miles (+2,251)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,259 miles
    Test number
    676873103203
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass58,008 miles (+2,729)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,008 miles
    Test number
    649068802269
    • NoteOffside front coil spring appears to be incorrectly fitted.
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass55,279 miles (+2,532)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,279 miles
    Test number
    378751931260
    • NoteRigid brake pipes corroded.

  15. Pass52,747 miles (+2,094)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,747 miles
    Test number
    163041710294
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks fitted. doing no good.

  16. Pass50,653 miles (+2,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    422716419237
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass48,003 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,003 miles
    Test number
    900377518286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,459 miles (+2,460)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    46,459 miles
    Test number
    250742827247
    • NoteREAR INDICATOR BULBS TURNING WHITE †REAR NO. PLATE STARTING TO FADE †FRONT TO REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO CORRODE

  19. Pass43,999 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,999 miles
    Test number
    350986626485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about V37 MST

Does V37 MST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V37 MST expired on 24 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V37 MST?
The MOT on V37 MST expired on 24 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V37 MST done?
V37 MST was recorded at 78,672 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 2,166 miles a year.
Has V37 MST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V37 MST has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on V37 MST 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 V37 MST find?
V37 MST passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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