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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

V685 FFGMOT history

V685 FFG is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 84,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

V685 FFG black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
84,370 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V685 FFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V685 FFG was last recorded at 84,370 miles on 31 Mar 2025, 3,115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,255 miles · 18 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3,115 miles
Average per year
1,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,370 miles
  • 2024 – 81,255 miles
  • 2023 – 77,088 miles
  • 2022 – 75,922 miles
  • 2018 – 74,546 miles
  • 2016 – 73,524 miles
  • 2015 – 71,647 miles
  • 2014 – 69,613 miles
  • 2013 – 63,200 miles
  • 2010 – 53,476 miles
  • 2009 – 52,887 miles
  • 2006 – 50,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + offside rear (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    743298065880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass84,370 miles (+3,115)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    84,370 miles
    Test number
    883296870108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,255 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,255 miles
    Test number
    604905896573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,088 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,088 miles
    Test number
    765157018491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,087 miles (+2)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,087 miles
    Test number
    548176422122
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail77,085 miles (+1,163)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,085 miles
    Test number
    366515363499
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,922 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,922 miles
    Test number
    184591455055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,546 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,546 miles
    Test number
    134917192676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + offside rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded short (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBeamset patterns becoming poor.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack input shaft.

  9. Fail74,544 miles (+1,020)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,544 miles
    Test number
    551472711070
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded short (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle + offside front (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + offside rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded short (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBeamset patterns becoming poor.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack input shaft.

  10. Pass73,524 miles (+1,877)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,524 miles
    Test number
    224805643158
    • AdvisoryHazard switch sticking Brake discs pitted Slight play in steering u.j Front to rear brake pipe has slight corrosion

  11. Pass71,647 miles (+2,034)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,647 miles
    Test number
    283897655353
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light partially illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded And offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside inner steering rack arm

  12. Pass69,613 miles (+126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,613 miles
    Test number
    798377734380
    • NoteAbs & air bag light reset not road tested

  13. Fail69,487 miles (+6,287)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,487 miles
    Test number
    815620634353
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass63,200 miles (+20)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,200 miles
    Test number
    797403793126
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAdvise tracking check
    • NoteNearside front suspention shock damp with fluid

  15. Fail63,180 miles (+9,704)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,180 miles
    Test number
    795747083187
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAdvise tracking check
    • NoteNearside front suspention shock damp with fluid

  16. Pass53,476 miles (+589)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,476 miles
    Test number
    500820470187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to coil springs and brake discs from vehicle not being used

  17. Pass52,887 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,887 miles
    Test number
    242918419497
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAll four brake discs corroded

  18. Fail52,887 miles (+2,835)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,887 miles
    Test number
    571217919116
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAll four brake discs corroded

  19. Pass50,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,052 miles
    Test number
    261113236131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V685 FFG

Does V685 FFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V685 FFG is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V685 FFG?
The MOT on V685 FFG is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V685 FFG done?
V685 FFG was recorded at 84,370 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2025, an average of 1,817 miles a year.
Has V685 FFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V685 FFG has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on V685 FFG 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 V685 FFG find?
V685 FFG passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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