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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V48 DPLMOT history

V48 DPL is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 134,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

V48 DPL silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
134,350 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V48 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V48 DPL was last recorded at 134,350 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 12,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Sept 2018: 115,161 miles, lower than 115,420 miles on 18 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
121,806 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,544 miles
Average per year
5,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,350 miles
  • 2025 – 121,806 miles
  • 2024 – 121,080 miles
  • 2023 – 120,422 miles
  • 2022 – 119,468 miles
  • 2021 – 119,221 miles
  • 2020 – 118,531 miles
  • 2019 – 117,146 miles
  • 2018 – 115,161 miles
  • 2017 – 115,420 miles
  • 2014 – 115,193 miles
  • 2013 – 103,937 miles
  • 2012 – 91,299 miles
  • 2011 – 78,517 miles
  • 2010 – 68,289 miles
  • 2009 – 54,573 miles
  • 2008 – 42,946 miles
  • 2007 – 31,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,350 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on frames and suspension

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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wear evident

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Clarity diminished

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced End of sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wear evident

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,350 miles (+12,544)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    134,350 miles
    Test number
    477558822662
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on frames and suspension

  2. Pass121,806 miles (+4)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    121,806 miles
    Test number
    604956200189
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Clarity diminished (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Clarity diminished (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wear evident (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced End of sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wear evident (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced End of sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater inop

  3. Fail121,802 miles (+722)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,802 miles
    Test number
    347076369805
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Rear of front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Clarity diminished (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Clarity diminished (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake waring light on, pad wear indicator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wear evident (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced End of sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Wear evident (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced End of sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater inop

  4. Pass121,080 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    121,080 miles
    Test number
    982134402799
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail121,080 miles (+658)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,080 miles
    Test number
    367730371315
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass120,422 miles (+954)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    120,422 miles
    Test number
    274964000176
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass119,468 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,468 miles
    Test number
    369016377039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre touches body when suspension fully extended
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of front to rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail119,466 miles (+245)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,466 miles
    Test number
    460432688715
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipe on rear lower arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipe on rear lower arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre touches body when suspension fully extended
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of front to rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass119,221 miles (+690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    119,221 miles
    Test number
    880810316760
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

  10. Pass118,531 miles (+1,385)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,531 miles
    Test number
    242502560413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass117,146 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,146 miles
    Test number
    997334744770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,161 miles (-259)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,161 miles
    Test number
    874803454629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,420 miles (+227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    115,420 miles
    Test number
    901403529177
    • AdvisoryMinor rust under vehicle

  14. Pass115,193 miles (+11,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    115,193 miles
    Test number
    277636794245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass103,937 miles (+12,638)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,937 miles
    Test number
    407508513465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads starting to crack.
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but not likely to be misread.

  16. Pass91,299 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    91,299 miles
    Test number
    578565012395
    • NoteAirbag light on dash.
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads starting to crack.

  17. Fail91,299 miles (+12,782)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,299 miles
    Test number
    556555112317
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on dash.
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads starting to crack.

  18. Pass78,517 miles (+10,228)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,517 miles
    Test number
    425658601382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail68,289 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,289 miles
    Test number
    160683120337
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  20. Pass68,289 miles (+13,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    68,289 miles
    Test number
    910473220338
    • 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)

  21. Pass54,573 miles (+11,627)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,573 miles
    Test number
    243454629391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,946 miles (+11,295)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    42,946 miles
    Test number
    411325128458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSome splitting on front tyres.

  23. Pass31,651 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    31,651 miles
    Test number
    392534627388
    • 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)
    • NoteDamage on inner rim of n/s/f wheel.

Questions about V48 DPL

Does V48 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V48 DPL is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V48 DPL?
The MOT on V48 DPL is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V48 DPL done?
V48 DPL was recorded at 134,350 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 5,452 miles a year.
Has V48 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V48 DPL has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V48 DPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Sept 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V48 DPL find?
V48 DPL passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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