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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V646 ELFMOT history

V646 ELF is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 79,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

V646 ELF red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
79,908 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V646 ELF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V646 ELF was last recorded at 79,908 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,908 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,908 miles
  • 2025 – 79,236 miles
  • 2024 – 78,098 miles
  • 2023 – 76,479 miles
  • 2022 – 75,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,908 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 16 Jun 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,908 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    79,908 miles
    Test number
    362419216710
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail79,908 miles (+672)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,908 miles
    Test number
    600144721610
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass79,236 miles (+1,138)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    79,236 miles
    Test number
    789697976497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,098 miles (+1,619)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    78,098 miles
    Test number
    244278108808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    76,479 miles
    Test number
    367163519555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,479 miles (+797)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,479 miles
    Test number
    228668790200
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass75,682 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,682 miles
    Test number
    360889554284
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail75,682 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,682 miles
    Test number
    864934677299
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about V646 ELF

Does V646 ELF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V646 ELF is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V646 ELF?
The MOT on V646 ELF is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V646 ELF done?
V646 ELF was recorded at 79,908 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 1,051 miles a year.
Has V646 ELF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V646 ELF has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V646 ELF 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 V646 ELF find?
V646 ELF passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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