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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V681 KEOMOT history

V681 KEO is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

V681 KEO blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
101,155 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,972 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V681 KEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V681 KEO was last recorded at 101,155 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,154 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,972 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,155 miles
  • 2025 – 97,547 miles
  • 2024 – 95,503 miles
  • 2023 – 94,677 miles
  • 2019 – 92,596 miles
  • 2018 – 87,093 miles
  • 2017 – 83,429 miles
  • 2016 – 79,476 miles
  • 2015 – 72,299 miles
  • 2012 – 70,823 miles
  • 2011 – 69,241 miles
  • 2010 – 65,580 miles
  • 2009 – 61,631 miles
  • 2008 – 50,961 miles
  • 2007 – 45,407 miles
  • 2006 – 40,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,155 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,155 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    101,155 miles
    Test number
    909633449685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,154 miles (+3,607)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,154 miles
    Test number
    862977846186
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  3. Pass97,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,547 miles
    Test number
    243909972661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,547 miles (+2,044)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,547 miles
    Test number
    754593575590
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high manual adjuster defective (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass95,503 miles (+826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,503 miles
    Test number
    145328309249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,677 miles (+2,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    94,677 miles
    Test number
    595611894758
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,596 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,596 miles
    Test number
    716899816795
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail92,595 miles (+5,502)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,595 miles
    Test number
    833552378460
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,093 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,093 miles
    Test number
    794331710706
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail87,093 miles (+3,664)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,093 miles
    Test number
    629904360353
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass83,429 miles (+3,953)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,429 miles
    Test number
    513129143795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,476 miles
    Test number
    958474608100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,476 miles (+7,177)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,476 miles
    Test number
    894067129354
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault and tc light (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass72,299 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,299 miles
    Test number
    856512615191
    • 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)

  15. Fail72,299 miles (+1,476)1 dangerous9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,299 miles
    Test number
    929805205192
    • DangerousBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  16. Pass70,823 miles (+1,582)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,823 miles
    Test number
    608844202354
    • 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)

  17. Pass69,241 miles (+3,661)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    69,241 miles
    Test number
    326704201331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,580 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    953329300325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,631 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,631 miles
    Test number
    122537309307
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass61,631 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,631 miles
    Test number
    281467909392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,008 miles (+7,047)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,008 miles
    Test number
    412054759131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,961 miles (+5,554)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,961 miles
    Test number
    184975638139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly

  23. Pass45,407 miles (+898)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,407 miles
    Test number
    511868357172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,509 miles (+3,549)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,509 miles
    Test number
    314543307093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass40,960 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,960 miles
    Test number
    214409216056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s handbrake cable outer sleeve split

Questions about V681 KEO

Does V681 KEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V681 KEO is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V681 KEO?
The MOT on V681 KEO is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V681 KEO done?
V681 KEO was recorded at 101,155 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 2,972 miles a year.
Has V681 KEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V681 KEO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V681 KEO 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 V681 KEO find?
V681 KEO passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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