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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V68 GUPMOT history

V68 GUP is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 76,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

V68 GUP blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,091 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V68 GUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V68 GUP was last recorded at 76,091 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,090 miles · 10 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,091 miles
  • 2025 – 74,122 miles
  • 2024 – 73,178 miles
  • 2023 – 68,791 miles
  • 2022 – 68,771 miles
  • 2020 – 66,445 miles
  • 2019 – 65,358 miles
  • 2018 – 65,012 miles
  • 2017 – 64,970 miles
  • 2015 – 64,802 miles
  • 2014 – 63,102 miles
  • 2013 – 60,465 miles
  • 2012 – 58,852 miles
  • 2011 – 56,490 miles
  • 2010 – 53,040 miles
  • 2009 – 50,169 miles
  • 2008 – 48,499 miles
  • 2007 – 46,438 miles
  • 2006 – 43,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,091 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Under vehicle cross bar excessively corroded( does not support any load bearing or isn't part of the suspension component and acts more like a undertray)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,091 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,091 miles
    Test number
    654102927068
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Under vehicle cross bar excessively corroded( does not support any load bearing or isn't part of the suspension component and acts more like a undertray)

  2. Fail76,090 miles (+1,968)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,090 miles
    Test number
    104621967882
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Tyre touching inner body of the vehicle when turn to the right position (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Under vehicle cross bar excessively corroded( does not support any load bearing or isn't part of the suspension component and acts more like a undertray)

  3. Pass74,122 miles (+944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    74,122 miles
    Test number
    724213549698
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass73,178 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    73,178 miles
    Test number
    605456283852
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail73,173 miles (+4,382)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,173 miles
    Test number
    901356195698
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass68,791 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,791 miles
    Test number
    311234520528
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,771 miles
    Test number
    661987058934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,771 miles (+2,326)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,771 miles
    Test number
    461688151794
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass66,445 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    988157059264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,358 miles (+346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,358 miles
    Test number
    780234056623
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed

  11. Pass65,012 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,012 miles
    Test number
    392902611678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,970 miles (+168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,970 miles
    Test number
    581447566929
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass64,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,802 miles
    Test number
    939988565198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,802 miles (+1,700)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,802 miles
    Test number
    545568465156
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass63,102 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    63,102 miles
    Test number
    219857874089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,465 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,465 miles
    Test number
    249481003153
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail60,430 miles (+1,578)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,430 miles
    Test number
    868722573011
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteAir bag light is on

  18. Pass58,852 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,852 miles
    Test number
    526516272053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,831 miles (+2,341)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,831 miles
    Test number
    288312472074
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  20. Pass56,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    56,490 miles
    Test number
    749848261054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,490 miles (+3,450)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,490 miles
    Test number
    297187961037
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass53,040 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,040 miles
    Test number
    604096070055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  23. Fail53,040 miles (+2,871)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,040 miles
    Test number
    273406970019
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  24. Pass50,169 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,169 miles
    Test number
    402480379074
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail50,169 miles (+1,670)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,169 miles
    Test number
    482180479061
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass48,499 miles (+2,061)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,499 miles
    Test number
    791094578057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,438 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,438 miles
    Test number
    241539557007
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  28. Pass46,438 miles (+2,970)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,438 miles
    Test number
    980329757091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,468 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,468 miles
    Test number
    111129366435
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about V68 GUP

Does V68 GUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V68 GUP is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V68 GUP?
The MOT on V68 GUP is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V68 GUP done?
V68 GUP was recorded at 76,091 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 1,623 miles a year.
Has V68 GUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V68 GUP has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V68 GUP 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 V68 GUP find?
V68 GUP passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: central front under vehicle cross bar excessively corroded( does not support any load bearing or isn't part of the suspension component and acts more like a undertray).

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