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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,246 cc

V5 SBVMOT history

V5 SBV is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 3 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 161,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

V5 SBV blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
161,530 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 SBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 SBV was last recorded at 161,530 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,528 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,530 miles
  • 2025 – 157,144 miles
  • 2024 – 153,408 miles
  • 2023 – 149,467 miles
  • 2022 – 146,153 miles
  • 2021 – 141,094 miles
  • 2020 – 137,234 miles
  • 2019 – 133,028 miles
  • 2018 – 128,006 miles
  • 2017 – 122,897 miles
  • 2016 – 116,906 miles
  • 2015 – 111,048 miles
  • 2014 – 104,372 miles
  • 2013 – 95,061 miles
  • 2012 – 82,594 miles
  • 2011 – 72,621 miles
  • 2010 – 66,590 miles
  • 2009 – 60,508 miles
  • 2008 – 54,647 miles
  • 2007 – 47,945 miles
  • 2005 – 34,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,530 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass161,530 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    161,530 miles
    Test number
    733152747696
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail161,528 miles (+69)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,528 miles
    Test number
    442705459086
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly streaky (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mid section cat, rear lower fixing corroded and broken, no leaks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail161,459 miles (+4,315)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,459 miles
    Test number
    555172554809
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,144 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    157,144 miles
    Test number
    354568455870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass153,408 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    153,408 miles
    Test number
    230818906773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass149,467 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    149,467 miles
    Test number
    476950312676
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail149,467 miles (+3,314)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,467 miles
    Test number
    215765341015
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass146,153 miles (+5,059)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,153 miles
    Test number
    826347015932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres only 1.6mm

  9. Pass141,094 miles (+3,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,094 miles
    Test number
    510620751762
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass137,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,234 miles
    Test number
    571153664576
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail137,234 miles (+4,206)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,234 miles
    Test number
    636346503299
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass133,028 miles (+5,022)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    133,028 miles
    Test number
    275820631781
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass128,006 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    128,006 miles
    Test number
    617190729143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  14. Fail128,006 miles (+5,109)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,006 miles
    Test number
    579120442208
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  15. Pass122,897 miles (+5,991)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    122,897 miles
    Test number
    563596812326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass116,906 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    116,906 miles
    Test number
    365511457722
    • AdvisoryChild seat
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  17. Fail116,906 miles (+5,858)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,906 miles
    Test number
    725749282790
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild seat
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  18. Pass111,048 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    111,048 miles
    Test number
    147814055009
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Fail111,048 miles (+6,676)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,048 miles
    Test number
    725864255015
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass104,372 miles (+9,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    104,372 miles
    Test number
    956711844083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass95,061 miles (+12,467)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    95,061 miles
    Test number
    438535643056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,594 miles (+9,973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    82,594 miles
    Test number
    338019332002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass72,621 miles (+6,031)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,621 miles
    Test number
    956816201033
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly scorn

  24. Fail66,590 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,590 miles
    Test number
    153407900414
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass66,590 miles (+6,082)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    66,590 miles
    Test number
    923317400027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,508 miles (+5,861)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    631362809040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,647 miles (+6,702)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,647 miles
    Test number
    831947208013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,945 miles (+13,080)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    47,945 miles
    Test number
    131404507441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    34,865 miles
    Test number
    273914845292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 SBV

Does V5 SBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 SBV is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 SBV?
The MOT on V5 SBV is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 SBV done?
V5 SBV was recorded at 161,530 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 6,009 miles a year.
Has V5 SBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 SBV has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 SBV 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 SBV find?
V5 SBV passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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