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BMW Z3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V685 FMRMOT history

V685 FMR is a red petrol BMW Z3 first used on 28 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 77,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

V685 FMR red BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,613 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V685 FMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V685 FMR was last recorded at 77,613 miles on 1 May 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,591 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
1,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,613 miles
  • 2025 – 76,809 miles
  • 2024 – 76,237 miles
  • 2023 – 75,775 miles
  • 2022 – 74,913 miles
  • 2021 – 73,990 miles
  • 2020 – 73,373 miles
  • 2019 – 71,961 miles
  • 2018 – 70,458 miles
  • 2017 – 68,977 miles
  • 2016 – 67,166 miles
  • 2015 – 65,133 miles
  • 2014 – 63,080 miles
  • 2013 – 60,549 miles
  • 2012 – 57,739 miles
  • 2011 – 54,761 miles
  • 2010 – 52,284 miles
  • 2009 – 49,924 miles
  • 2008 – 47,738 miles
  • 2007 – 45,401 miles
  • 2006 – 43,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,613 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,613 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,613 miles
    Test number
    165501580614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail77,591 miles (+782)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,591 miles
    Test number
    472619770135
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass76,809 miles (+572)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,809 miles
    Test number
    106212467902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,237 miles (+462)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,237 miles
    Test number
    934924854561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,775 miles (+862)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,775 miles
    Test number
    104597595182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s and o/s outer sill covers.

  6. Pass74,913 miles (+923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    74,913 miles
    Test number
    736684265775
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s and o/s rear outer sill covers

  7. Pass73,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,990 miles
    Test number
    734136207591
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s and o/s outer sill covers

  8. Fail73,990 miles (+617)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,990 miles
    Test number
    651624635848
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s and o/s outer sill covers

  9. Pass73,373 miles (+1,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,373 miles
    Test number
    631865292422
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass71,961 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,961 miles
    Test number
    265896634607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,458 miles (+1,481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,458 miles
    Test number
    525410266575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass68,977 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,977 miles
    Test number
    592030921722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,972 miles (+1,806)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,972 miles
    Test number
    811549663058
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass67,166 miles (+2,033)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,166 miles
    Test number
    365452561188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,133 miles (+2,053)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,133 miles
    Test number
    809539455019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,080 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,080 miles
    Test number
    239769954068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,549 miles (+2,810)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,549 miles
    Test number
    649217353035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,739 miles
    Test number
    865126862004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,739 miles (+2,978)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,739 miles
    Test number
    198115862074
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass54,761 miles (+2,477)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,761 miles
    Test number
    217879351078
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn close to limit

  21. Pass52,284 miles (+2,360)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,284 miles
    Test number
    194140660049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,924 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,924 miles
    Test number
    243154669091
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Fail49,924 miles (+2,186)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,924 miles
    Test number
    344294969057
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass47,738 miles (+2,337)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,738 miles
    Test number
    102175368070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,401 miles (+2,098)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,401 miles
    Test number
    831336767006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,303 miles
    Test number
    234951566050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V685 FMR

Does V685 FMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V685 FMR is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V685 FMR?
The MOT on V685 FMR is valid until 30 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 FMR done?
V685 FMR was recorded at 77,613 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,702 miles a year.
Has V685 FMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V685 FMR has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V685 FMR 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 FMR find?
V685 FMR passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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