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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

V61 GNJMOT history

V61 GNJ is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 138,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

V61 GNJ silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
138,037 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V61 GNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
4 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V61 GNJ was last recorded at 138,037 miles on 27 May 2026, 1,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,920 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,117 miles
Average per year
2,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,037 miles
  • 2025 – 136,920 miles
  • 2024 – 134,269 miles
  • 2023 – 133,365 miles
  • 2021 – 131,722 miles
  • 2020 – 130,514 miles
  • 2019 – 128,006 miles
  • 2018 – 126,140 miles
  • 2017 – 123,595 miles
  • 2016 – 121,187 miles
  • 2015 – 117,800 miles
  • 2013 – 116,738 miles
  • 2012 – 115,392 miles
  • 2011 – 102,711 miles
  • 2010 – 101,903 miles
  • 2008 – 100,942 miles
  • 2007 – 99,213 miles
  • 2006 – 93,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,037 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside & Nearside inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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 Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nsr brake binding when turned by hand

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,037 miles (+1,117)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    138,037 miles
    Test number
    267213582127
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside & Nearside inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass136,920 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,920 miles
    Test number
    946633376450
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes at the rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail136,914 miles (+2,645)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,914 miles
    Test number
    667685727664
    • MajorNearside Front Brake insecure hose /pipe mount connection (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake insecure hose/pipe mount connection (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake insecure brake hose-pipe mount (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner clip missing,boot come off (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear coil all toching /rubbing each other
    • AdvisoryAfter market rear exhaust system fitted,noise level slightly above stranard

  4. Pass134,269 miles (+904)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,269 miles
    Test number
    968399888231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,365 miles
    Test number
    173742963921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail133,365 miles (+1,643)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,365 miles
    Test number
    115599944009
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass131,722 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,722 miles
    Test number
    729274674253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass130,514 miles (+2,508)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    130,514 miles
    Test number
    517753037264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroaded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass128,006 miles (+1,866)2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,006 miles
    Test number
    674565175316
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror loose
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass126,140 miles (+2,491)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    126,140 miles
    Test number
    252034610812
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Fail123,649 miles (+54)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,649 miles
    Test number
    794930035893
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage pump area (2.3.3b)

  12. Pass123,595 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    123,595 miles
    Test number
    283948561730
    • 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)

  13. Fail123,592 miles (+2,405)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,592 miles
    Test number
    847573928199
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)

  14. Pass121,187 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,187 miles
    Test number
    241765218121
    • AdvisoryNsr brake binding when turned by hand

  15. Fail121,187 miles (+3,387)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,187 miles
    Test number
    701551317831
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNsr brake binding when turned by hand

  16. Pass117,800 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    117,800 miles
    Test number
    815972105277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass116,738 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    116,738 miles
    Test number
    325467593220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail116,723 miles (+1,331)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,723 miles
    Test number
    377463283449
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteWindscreen washers poorly aligned

  19. Pass115,392 miles (+1,877)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    115,392 miles
    Test number
    996987972271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass113,515 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    113,515 miles
    Test number
    159011412079
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail113,515 miles (+10,804)5 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,515 miles
    Test number
    219660412041
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass102,711 miles (+808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    102,711 miles
    Test number
    356705321088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass101,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    101,903 miles
    Test number
    231803850457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail101,903 miles (+53)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,903 miles
    Test number
    201903050161
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  25. Fail101,850 miles (+908)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,850 miles
    Test number
    870082610105
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s/f pads worn thin

  26. Pass100,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    100,942 miles
    Test number
    874088248353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail100,942 miles (+1,729)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,942 miles
    Test number
    560466148345
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  28. Pass99,213 miles (+5,651)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    99,213 miles
    Test number
    734156877208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass93,562 miles (+3,397)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    93,562 miles
    Test number
    422483066209
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  30. Pass90,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    90,165 miles
    Test number
    304587946028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail90,165 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,165 miles
    Test number
    434246646003
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V61 GNJ

Does V61 GNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V61 GNJ is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V61 GNJ?
The MOT on V61 GNJ is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V61 GNJ done?
V61 GNJ was recorded at 138,037 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 2,361 miles a year.
Has V61 GNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V61 GNJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V61 GNJ 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 V61 GNJ find?
V61 GNJ passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear inner brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside inner edges.

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