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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V683 LGCMOT history

V683 LGC is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 21 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 158,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2025.

V683 LGC silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
158,075 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V683 LGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V683 LGC was last recorded at 158,075 miles on 25 Oct 2025, 477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,598 miles · 2 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
477 miles
Average per year
5,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,075 miles
  • 2024 – 157,598 miles
  • 2023 – 157,501 miles
  • 2022 – 157,500 miles
  • 2021 – 157,475 miles
  • 2020 – 157,105 miles
  • 2019 – 153,896 miles
  • 2018 – 146,708 miles
  • 2017 – 139,591 miles
  • 2016 – 129,086 miles
  • 2015 – 114,128 miles
  • 2014 – 108,824 miles
  • 2013 – 103,408 miles
  • 2012 – 90,183 miles
  • 2011 – 80,199 miles
  • 2010 – 67,075 miles
  • 2009 – 63,616 miles
  • 2008 – 53,589 miles
  • 2007 – 50,588 miles
  • 2006 – 42,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,075 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security undersurface, sills and components (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,075 miles (+477)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    158,075 miles
    Test number
    946008750081
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security undersurface, sills and components (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass157,598 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    157,598 miles
    Test number
    924025039938
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security undersurface, sills, components, pipes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail157,598 miles (+97)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,598 miles
    Test number
    741180275382
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security undersurface, sills, components, pipes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass157,501 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    157,501 miles
    Test number
    311958713796
    • AdvisoryAll jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  5. Fail157,501 miles (+1)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,501 miles
    Test number
    994999799125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  6. Fail157,500 miles (+25)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,500 miles
    Test number
    459818160794
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail157,475 miles (+370)1 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,475 miles
    Test number
    908966341608
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre X 2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass157,105 miles (+3,209)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    157,105 miles
    Test number
    747910133269
    • AdvisoryFront Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass153,896 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    153,896 miles
    Test number
    984109519820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail153,896 miles (+7,188)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,896 miles
    Test number
    822138327967
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass146,708 miles (+7,117)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    146,708 miles
    Test number
    361556079262
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass139,591 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    139,591 miles
    Test number
    926428480935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail139,591 miles (+10,505)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,591 miles
    Test number
    767638276396
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass129,086 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    129,086 miles
    Test number
    676762690933
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail129,086 miles (+14,958)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,086 miles
    Test number
    896706645104
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass114,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    114,128 miles
    Test number
    266946783397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail114,128 miles (+5,304)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,128 miles
    Test number
    630553511803
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass108,824 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    108,824 miles
    Test number
    165666594235
    • NoteFront anti roll bar links slight play / front lower arms all bushes and ball joints slight play

  19. Fail108,824 miles (+5,416)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,824 miles
    Test number
    268506494204
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar links slight play / front lower arms all bushes and ball joints slight play

  20. Pass103,408 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    103,408 miles
    Test number
    655071903301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail103,366 miles (+13,183)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,366 miles
    Test number
    335577993247
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass90,183 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,183 miles
    Test number
    378602162496
    • NoteBrake pad light on
    • NoteRear brake disc coroded

  23. Fail90,183 miles (+9,984)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,183 miles
    Test number
    126572262263
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad light on
    • NoteRear brake disc coroded

  24. Pass80,199 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,199 miles
    Test number
    869332511334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail80,194 miles (+13,119)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,194 miles
    Test number
    886431311313
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass67,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,075 miles
    Test number
    140894080288
    • 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)

  27. Fail67,075 miles (+3,459)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,075 miles
    Test number
    443424180293
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  28. Pass63,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,616 miles
    Test number
    463793299286
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail63,616 miles (+10,027)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,616 miles
    Test number
    984629789233
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass53,589 miles (+3,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    53,589 miles
    Test number
    171264998223
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass50,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,588 miles
    Test number
    252338197275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail50,588 miles (+7,819)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,588 miles
    Test number
    603498397265
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  33. Pass42,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,769 miles
    Test number
    701578156073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V683 LGC

Does V683 LGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V683 LGC expired on 24 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V683 LGC?
The MOT on V683 LGC expired on 24 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V683 LGC done?
V683 LGC was recorded at 158,075 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2025, an average of 5,866 miles a year.
Has V683 LGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V683 LGC has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V683 LGC 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 V683 LGC find?
V683 LGC passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 1 more.

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