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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V638 JRLMOT history

V638 JRL is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

V638 JRL blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
108,692 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V638 JRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V638 JRL was last recorded at 108,692 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,682 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,692 miles
  • 2025 – 108,682 miles
  • 2021 – 108,171 miles
  • 2019 – 104,355 miles
  • 2018 – 96,094 miles
  • 2017 – 93,391 miles
  • 2016 – 92,003 miles
  • 2015 – 88,760 miles
  • 2014 – 85,257 miles
  • 2013 – 79,358 miles
  • 2012 – 71,939 miles
  • 2011 – 64,177 miles
  • 2010 – 56,450 miles
  • 2009 – 47,042 miles
  • 2008 – 38,549 miles
  • 2007 – 35,363 miles
  • 2006 – 32,169 miles
  • 2005 – 27,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,692 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,692 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    108,692 miles
    Test number
    379535364269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,682 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,682 miles
    Test number
    775193374743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail108,677 miles (+506)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,677 miles
    Test number
    218633636592
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass108,171 miles (+3,816)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    108,171 miles
    Test number
    181308700884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,355 miles
    Test number
    853752771953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,355 miles (+8,261)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,355 miles
    Test number
    866471502085
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,094 miles (+2,703)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,094 miles
    Test number
    886934732585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,391 miles
    Test number
    183372634201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,391 miles (+1,388)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,391 miles
    Test number
    340569137277
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn down to 3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass92,003 miles (+3,243)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,003 miles
    Test number
    126418915786
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear no plates cracked

  11. Pass88,760 miles (+3,503)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    88,760 miles
    Test number
    391150598458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,257 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,257 miles
    Test number
    108523994252
    • NoteN/s/f road wheel slight buckle on inner edge of wheel

  13. Fail85,257 miles (+5,899)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,257 miles
    Test number
    145953694286
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/f road wheel slight buckle on inner edge of wheel

  14. Pass79,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    79,358 miles
    Test number
    346037693230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,358 miles (+7,419)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,358 miles
    Test number
    867267693248
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass71,939 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,939 miles
    Test number
    515283802316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail71,939 miles (+7,762)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,939 miles
    Test number
    998603902312
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass64,177 miles (+7,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    64,177 miles
    Test number
    985454001385
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass56,450 miles (+9,408)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,450 miles
    Test number
    842762700338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,042 miles (+8,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,042 miles
    Test number
    433489199237
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass38,549 miles (+3,186)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    38,549 miles
    Test number
    752491708313
    • NoteMetal ferrules corroded on flexi brake hoses
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  22. Pass35,363 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,363 miles
    Test number
    352391897418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,169 miles (+4,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,169 miles
    Test number
    821677926312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass27,708 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,708 miles
    Test number
    784597105367
    • NoteNearside front sceenwash not working

Questions about V638 JRL

Does V638 JRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V638 JRL is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V638 JRL?
The MOT on V638 JRL is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V638 JRL done?
V638 JRL was recorded at 108,692 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 3,981 miles a year.
Has V638 JRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V638 JRL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V638 JRL 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 V638 JRL find?
V638 JRL passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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