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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V5 NELMOT history

V5 NEL is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 52,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

V5 NEL red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
52,300 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 NEL
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 NEL was last recorded at 52,300 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,288 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
1,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,300 miles
  • 2025 – 52,288 miles
  • 2024 – 51,306 miles
  • 2023 – 50,748 miles
  • 2022 – 49,449 miles
  • 2021 – 49,326 miles
  • 2020 – 48,766 miles
  • 2019 – 47,871 miles
  • 2018 – 46,924 miles
  • 2017 – 45,125 miles
  • 2016 – 43,910 miles
  • 2015 – 42,738 miles
  • 2014 – 40,397 miles
  • 2013 – 38,682 miles
  • 2012 – 36,530 miles
  • 2011 – 33,230 miles
  • 2010 – 30,993 miles
  • 2009 – 27,355 miles
  • 2008 – 25,789 miles
  • 2007 – 23,802 miles
  • 2006 – 21,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,300 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,300 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    52,300 miles
    Test number
    135283404561
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail52,288 miles (+982)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,288 miles
    Test number
    198957535385
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass51,306 miles (+558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    51,306 miles
    Test number
    812604083309
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass50,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,748 miles
    Test number
    947978190277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail50,748 miles (+1,299)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,748 miles
    Test number
    956513175015
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass49,449 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    49,449 miles
    Test number
    586205937023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail49,439 miles (+113)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,439 miles
    Test number
    685500918389
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass49,326 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    49,326 miles
    Test number
    217128700875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail49,326 miles (+560)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,326 miles
    Test number
    824510796013
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass48,766 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,766 miles
    Test number
    767751541645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail48,763 miles (+892)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,763 miles
    Test number
    609483670948
    • MajorFuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass47,871 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    47,871 miles
    Test number
    347354692940
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail47,862 miles (+938)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,862 miles
    Test number
    333235316995
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass46,924 miles (+1,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    46,924 miles
    Test number
    576747704049
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low and cracking on edges EML warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass45,125 miles (+1,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    45,125 miles
    Test number
    437094378410
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low

  16. Pass43,910 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,910 miles
    Test number
    300212983389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,909 miles (+1,171)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,909 miles
    Test number
    999180580087
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass42,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,738 miles
    Test number
    298601145132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,738 miles (+2,341)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,738 miles
    Test number
    277481745166
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass40,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,397 miles
    Test number
    326790714270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,397 miles (+1,715)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,397 miles
    Test number
    907665804283
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass38,682 miles (+2,152)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,682 miles
    Test number
    639903403298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,530 miles (+3,300)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,530 miles
    Test number
    385198592174
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp indicating a fault

  24. Pass33,230 miles (+2,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,230 miles
    Test number
    458777191142
    • 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)

  25. Pass30,993 miles (+3,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,993 miles
    Test number
    971670510174
    • 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)

  26. Pass27,355 miles (+1,566)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,355 miles
    Test number
    780659479049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,789 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,789 miles
    Test number
    921873938026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,802 miles (+2,211)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    23,802 miles
    Test number
    134603317417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    21,591 miles
    Test number
    581531926042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 NEL

Does V5 NEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 NEL is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 NEL?
The MOT on V5 NEL is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 NEL done?
V5 NEL was recorded at 52,300 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 1,539 miles a year.
Has V5 NEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 NEL has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 NEL 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 V5 NEL find?
V5 NEL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded.

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