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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V42 DYXMOT history

V42 DYX is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 99,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2025.

V42 DYX green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2026
Mileage
99,440 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 DYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 DYX was last recorded at 99,440 miles on 30 Apr 2025, 1,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,241 miles · 14 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,199 miles
Average per year
3,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,440 miles
  • 2023 – 98,241 miles
  • 2022 – 96,677 miles
  • 2021 – 92,601 miles
  • 2020 – 90,093 miles
  • 2019 – 85,026 miles
  • 2018 – 79,492 miles
  • 2017 – 73,964 miles
  • 2016 – 67,257 miles
  • 2015 – 63,450 miles
  • 2014 – 59,652 miles
  • 2013 – 54,680 miles
  • 2012 – 50,006 miles
  • 2011 – 46,668 miles
  • 2010 – 43,491 miles
  • 2009 – 40,687 miles
  • 2008 – 37,893 miles
  • 2007 – 36,018 miles
  • 2006 – 31,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,440 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,440 miles (+1,199)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,440 miles
    Test number
    375445225645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,241 miles (+1,564)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    98,241 miles
    Test number
    788655274394
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass96,677 miles (+21)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,677 miles
    Test number
    645546018696
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Fail96,656 miles (+4,055)1 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,656 miles
    Test number
    382381616037
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Pass92,601 miles (+2,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,601 miles
    Test number
    984204533453
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive small leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,093 miles
    Test number
    663990479872
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail90,093 miles (+17)3 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,093 miles
    Test number
    395587700280
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt central (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn central ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail90,076 miles (+5,050)7 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,076 miles
    Test number
    126158757415
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits See Printout (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjuster Damaged (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Centre Balljoint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Centre Balljoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Bulb Incorrectly Fitted (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust In Poor Condition - Middle And Rear Sections
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass85,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,026 miles
    Test number
    885707376867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,026 miles (+5,534)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,026 miles
    Test number
    402757162099
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass79,492 miles (+5,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,492 miles
    Test number
    526546553052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass73,964 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,964 miles
    Test number
    798134020266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,960 miles (+6,703)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,960 miles
    Test number
    282256046557
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass67,257 miles (+291)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,257 miles
    Test number
    102716164945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail66,966 miles (+3,516)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,966 miles
    Test number
    486328292123
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint has slight play in the inner and outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/16 92H (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/16/ 92H (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass63,450 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,450 miles
    Test number
    769905915209
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront windscreen washer jets partially blocked.

  17. Fail63,450 miles (+3,798)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,450 miles
    Test number
    325416105263
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront windscreen washer jets partially blocked.

  18. Pass59,652 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,652 miles
    Test number
    798432344217
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail59,652 miles (+4,972)4 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,652 miles
    Test number
    315749934429
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass54,680 miles (+4,674)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,680 miles
    Test number
    328294013488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is cuts on the treads

  21. Pass50,006 miles (+3,338)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,006 miles
    Test number
    986987782141
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass46,668 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,668 miles
    Test number
    757443621207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail46,668 miles (+3,177)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,668 miles
    Test number
    186753121260
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass43,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,491 miles
    Test number
    572293250289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,491 miles (+2,804)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,491 miles
    Test number
    583453650270
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass40,687 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,687 miles
    Test number
    701798849263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,893 miles
    Test number
    123197248263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail37,893 miles (+1,875)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,893 miles
    Test number
    154825348282
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass36,018 miles (+4,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    36,018 miles
    Test number
    390103637488
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass31,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,566 miles
    Test number
    532721326267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 DYX

Does V42 DYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 DYX expired on 29 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 DYX?
The MOT on V42 DYX expired on 29 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 DYX done?
V42 DYX was recorded at 99,440 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2025, an average of 3,625 miles a year.
Has V42 DYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 DYX has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V42 DYX 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 V42 DYX find?
V42 DYX passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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