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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V5 RPSMOT history

V5 RPS is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 26 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 80,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2025.

V5 RPS green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2026
Mileage
80,460 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2025
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 RPS
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
26 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 RPS was last recorded at 80,460 miles on 18 Apr 2025, 2,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,438 miles · 3 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
2,022 miles
Average per year
754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,460 miles
  • 2019 – 78,438 miles
  • 2017 – 78,176 miles
  • 2015 – 77,576 miles
  • 2012 – 74,053 miles
  • 2008 – 73,162 miles
  • 2007 – 69,800 miles
  • 2005 – 65,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,460 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened slight play in the strut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

10 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,460 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    80,460 miles
    Test number
    945053556273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,438 miles (+7)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,438 miles
    Test number
    290669249452
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened slight play in the strut (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail78,431 miles (+255)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    957932776274
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened slight play in the strut (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass78,176 miles (+600)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,176 miles
    Test number
    283927059856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,576 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,576 miles
    Test number
    679107895172
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
  6. Fail77,549 miles (+3,496)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    375036095198
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
  7. Pass74,053 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,053 miles
    Test number
    988832502274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,162 miles (+3,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    73,162 miles
    Test number
    860982148149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  9. Pass69,800 miles (+4,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,800 miles
    Test number
    224500427482
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass65,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    65,784 miles
    Test number
    441455105454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 RPS

Does V5 RPS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V5 RPS expired on 17 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V5 RPS?
The MOT on V5 RPS expired on 17 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V5 RPS done?
V5 RPS was recorded at 80,460 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2025, an average of 754 miles a year.
Has V5 RPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 RPS has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on V5 RPS 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 RPS find?
V5 RPS passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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