
BMW Z3
Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc
V705 HMJMOT history
V705 HMJ is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 5 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 238,200 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 29 May 2025
- Mileage
- 238,200 mi
- At MOT on 30 May 2024
- MOT tests
- 24
- 13 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 7,596 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V705 HMJ
- 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
- 5 Nov 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 29 May 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 30 May 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
V705 HMJ was last recorded at 238,200 miles on 30 May 2024, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 238,183 miles · 20 May 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 17 miles
- Average per year
- 7,596 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 238,200 miles
- 2020 – 238,156 miles
- 2019 – 238,107 miles
- 2018 – 229,269 miles
- 2016 – 213,118 miles
- 2015 – 208,242 miles
- 2014 – 205,068 miles
- 2013 – 193,495 miles
- 2012 – 181,201 miles
- 2011 – 168,175 miles
- 2010 – 159,474 miles
- 2009 – 145,187 miles
- 2008 – 135,383 miles
- 2007 – 120,628 miles
- 2006 – 100,637 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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.
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Full MOT history
24 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass238,200 miles (+17)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2025
- Odometer
- 238,200 miles
- Test number
- 891649393785
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail238,183 miles (+27)1 dangerous10 major13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 238,183 miles
- Test number
- 820202601872
- DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components tyre hitting shock (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorCentral Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding but not excessively
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding but not excessively
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail238,156 miles (+49)2 dangerous6 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 238,156 miles
- Test number
- 446731574889
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Split in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer is cracked and blowing.
- AdvisoryFront numberplate is deteriorating.
- AdvisoryLow effort recorded from the offside parking brake.
- AdvisoryN/S/F brake is binding slightly.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside headlight is deteriorating.
- AdvisoryNearside wiper smears.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear suspension arms are corroding.
- AdvisorySteering column noisy.
Fail238,107 miles (+8,838)1 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 238,107 miles
- Test number
- 595208824902
- DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
- MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass229,269 miles (+1)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 229,269 miles
- Test number
- 343854295412
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wishbone corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wishbone corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail229,268 miles (+16,150)2 failures1 repaired11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 229,268 miles
- Test number
- 417919790922
- FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wishbone corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wishbone corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass213,118 miles (+19)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 213,118 miles
- Test number
- 411341613794
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail213,099 miles (+4,857)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 213,099 miles
- Test number
- 182143647864
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Pass208,242 miles (+3,174)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 208,242 miles
- Test number
- 166984165183
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass205,068 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 205,068 miles
- Test number
- 885974964192
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail205,068 miles (+11,573)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 205,068 miles
- Test number
- 158100764118
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass193,495 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 193,495 miles
- Test number
- 279638853175
- 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)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail193,491 miles (+35)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 193,491 miles
- Test number
- 615068353128
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- 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)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail193,456 miles (+12,255)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 193,456 miles
- Test number
- 199385013193
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- 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)
Pass181,201 miles (+13,026)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 181,201 miles
- Test number
- 798914882048
- NoteCoolant leak
- NoteAir bag light on
- NoteCoolant leaking header tank n/s/f inner wing
Pass168,175 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 168,175 miles
- Test number
- 318357381043
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail168,170 miles (+8,696)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,170 miles
- Test number
- 129502081402
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass159,474 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 159,474 miles
- Test number
- 911275480009
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail159,474 miles (+14,287)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 159,474 miles
- Test number
- 911354380086
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Pass145,187 miles (+9,804)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 145,187 miles
- Test number
- 164948579476
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass135,383 miles (+14,755)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 135,383 miles
- Test number
- 222696588017
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass120,628 miles (+19,991)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 120,628 miles
- Test number
- 152812887002
- NoteAirbag light is on
Pass100,637 miles (+1,021)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 100,637 miles
- Test number
- 684390786094
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail99,616 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,616 miles
- Test number
- 131341366035
- 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)
Questions about V705 HMJ
- Does V705 HMJ currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on V705 HMJ expired on 29 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on V705 HMJ?
- The MOT on V705 HMJ expired on 29 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has V705 HMJ done?
- V705 HMJ was recorded at 238,200 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 7,596 miles a year.
- Has V705 HMJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V705 HMJ has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
- Has the mileage on V705 HMJ 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 V705 HMJ find?
- V705 HMJ passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.
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