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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V59 GDXMOT history

V59 GDX is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 124,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

V59 GDX blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
124,458 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V59 GDX
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
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V59 GDX was last recorded at 124,458 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,136 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
322 miles
Average per year
3,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,458 miles
  • 2025 – 124,136 miles
  • 2024 – 123,440 miles
  • 2023 – 123,109 miles
  • 2022 – 122,658 miles
  • 2021 – 122,083 miles
  • 2020 – 120,955 miles
  • 2019 – 120,260 miles
  • 2018 – 119,978 miles
  • 2017 – 119,465 miles
  • 2016 – 118,606 miles
  • 2015 – 117,760 miles
  • 2014 – 116,227 miles
  • 2013 – 115,998 miles
  • 2011 – 115,870 miles
  • 2010 – 109,494 miles
  • 2009 – 106,053 miles
  • 2008 – 98,925 miles
  • 2007 – 82,502 miles
  • 2006 – 68,198 miles
  • 2005 – 61,319 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,458 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,458 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    124,458 miles
    Test number
    608780297128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,136 miles (+696)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    124,136 miles
    Test number
    260141255453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,440 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,440 miles
    Test number
    336849533389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,109 miles (+451)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,109 miles
    Test number
    711150962950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass122,658 miles (+575)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,658 miles
    Test number
    113332558201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,083 miles (+1,128)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    122,083 miles
    Test number
    212425101398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass120,955 miles (+695)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    120,955 miles
    Test number
    461741705492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,260 miles (+282)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    120,260 miles
    Test number
    270660151811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,978 miles (+513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,978 miles
    Test number
    570702731783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  10. Pass119,465 miles (+859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,465 miles
    Test number
    909399410295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  11. Pass118,606 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,606 miles
    Test number
    305439848507
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  12. Fail118,606 miles (+846)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,606 miles
    Test number
    356224848394
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass117,760 miles (+1,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    117,760 miles
    Test number
    305239915410
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Pass116,227 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    116,227 miles
    Test number
    379849614230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass115,998 miles (+128)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    115,998 miles
    Test number
    995992633014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteThese are observations and do not require attention - All 4 inner wings have partial liners fitted. Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteAirbag light on
  16. Pass115,870 miles (+6,376)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    115,870 miles
    Test number
    695816971266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,494 miles (+3,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    109,494 miles
    Test number
    181548400209
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass106,053 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    106,053 miles
    Test number
    160789089275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail105,946 miles (+7,021)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,946 miles
    Test number
    494212689278
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass98,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    98,925 miles
    Test number
    924994578276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail98,925 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,925 miles
    Test number
    241951078212
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass98,925 miles (+16,423)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    98,925 miles
    Test number
    244751078282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,502 miles (+14,304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    82,502 miles
    Test number
    750054357336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass68,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    68,198 miles
    Test number
    651773456369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,198 miles (+6,879)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,198 miles
    Test number
    253413256399
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass61,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    61,319 miles
    Test number
    201836555344
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V59 GDX

Does V59 GDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V59 GDX is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V59 GDX?
The MOT on V59 GDX is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V59 GDX done?
V59 GDX was recorded at 124,458 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 3,063 miles a year.
Has V59 GDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V59 GDX has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on V59 GDX 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 V59 GDX find?
V59 GDX passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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