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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V42 ESEMOT history

V42 ESE is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 21 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 166,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

V42 ESE red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
166,834 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 ESE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 ESE was last recorded at 166,834 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 5,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,164 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,670 miles
Average per year
5,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,834 miles
  • 2025 – 161,164 miles
  • 2024 – 157,191 miles
  • 2017 – 148,726 miles
  • 2016 – 141,740 miles
  • 2015 – 134,034 miles
  • 2014 – 125,454 miles
  • 2013 – 117,142 miles
  • 2012 – 108,596 miles
  • 2011 – 99,103 miles
  • 2010 – 89,628 miles
  • 2009 – 79,715 miles
  • 2008 – 70,301 miles
  • 2007 – 58,525 miles
  • 2006 – 47,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,834 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Items removed from drivers view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has uneven wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,834 miles (+5,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    166,834 miles
    Test number
    280839606716
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass161,164 miles (+3,973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    161,164 miles
    Test number
    847257515736
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass157,191 miles (+8,465)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    157,191 miles
    Test number
    743255355634
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body of vehicle has general surface corrosion

  4. Pass148,726 miles (+6,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    148,726 miles
    Test number
    357025111591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  5. Pass141,740 miles (+213)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    141,740 miles
    Test number
    681357981617
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has uneven wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks - under engine & rear diff
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight play at inner joints

  6. Fail141,527 miles (+7,493)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,527 miles
    Test number
    893169839406
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded centre x 2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both - before & after hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has uneven wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks - under engine & rear diff
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight play at inner joints

  7. Pass134,034 miles (+8,580)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    134,034 miles
    Test number
    225073965034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass125,454 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    125,454 miles
    Test number
    658597654089
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail125,451 miles (+8,309)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,451 miles
    Test number
    487406354003
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass117,142 miles (+8,546)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    117,142 miles
    Test number
    819880773072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,596 miles (+9,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,596 miles
    Test number
    336339962082
    • 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)

  12. Pass99,103 miles (+9,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,103 miles
    Test number
    117479661051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass89,628 miles (+9,913)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    89,628 miles
    Test number
    610408860063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass79,715 miles (+9,414)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    79,715 miles
    Test number
    162187759477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,301 miles (+11,776)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    70,301 miles
    Test number
    663034268022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,525 miles (+11,091)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    58,525 miles
    Test number
    873285367012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,434 miles
    Test number
    670679266045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V42 ESE

Does V42 ESE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V42 ESE is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V42 ESE?
The MOT on V42 ESE is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V42 ESE done?
V42 ESE was recorded at 166,834 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 5,933 miles a year.
Has V42 ESE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 ESE has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on V42 ESE 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 ESE find?
V42 ESE passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside.

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