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BMW Z3

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V718 HEOMOT history

V718 HEO is a grey petrol BMW Z3 first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 73,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

V718 HEO grey BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
73,535 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V718 HEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V718 HEO was last recorded at 73,535 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,239 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
296 miles
Average per year
2,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,535 miles
  • 2025 – 73,239 miles
  • 2024 – 72,852 miles
  • 2023 – 72,712 miles
  • 2022 – 72,415 miles
  • 2021 – 71,769 miles
  • 2020 – 71,074 miles
  • 2019 – 70,077 miles
  • 2018 – 68,806 miles
  • 2017 – 66,390 miles
  • 2016 – 64,175 miles
  • 2015 – 62,226 miles
  • 2014 – 60,406 miles
  • 2013 – 58,592 miles
  • 2012 – 51,512 miles
  • 2011 – 48,545 miles
  • 2010 – 45,653 miles
  • 2009 – 40,082 miles
  • 2008 – 35,020 miles
  • 2007 – 29,896 miles
  • 2006 – 23,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,535 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and brake components corroded
  • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,535 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    73,535 miles
    Test number
    811047015412
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and brake components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,527 miles (+288)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,527 miles
    Test number
    466500028050
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and brake components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,239 miles (+387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    73,239 miles
    Test number
    949286331579
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryTrack rod ends corroded

  4. Pass72,852 miles (+140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,852 miles
    Test number
    905412396384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass72,712 miles (+297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    72,712 miles
    Test number
    751571210731
    • 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))

  6. Pass72,415 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,415 miles
    Test number
    951447699325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,769 miles (+695)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,769 miles
    Test number
    182425560300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,074 miles (+997)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    71,074 miles
    Test number
    969039833026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,077 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,077 miles
    Test number
    929953799697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,806 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,806 miles
    Test number
    491673316909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,801 miles (+2,411)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,801 miles
    Test number
    971428530429
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass66,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,390 miles
    Test number
    719503873647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,390 miles (+2,215)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,390 miles
    Test number
    818879541115
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass64,175 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,175 miles
    Test number
    730333294291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,226 miles (+1,820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,226 miles
    Test number
    515828325076
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass60,406 miles (+1,814)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,406 miles
    Test number
    937564924054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,592 miles (+7,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,592 miles
    Test number
    435410043011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass51,512 miles (+2,967)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    51,512 miles
    Test number
    595249532066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,545 miles
    Test number
    866323951070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,545 miles (+2,892)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,545 miles
    Test number
    767983751009
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass45,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,653 miles
    Test number
    274916490093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,653 miles (+5,571)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,653 miles
    Test number
    800836990065
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass40,082 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,082 miles
    Test number
    891779199022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,020 miles (+5,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,020 miles
    Test number
    212869918174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass29,896 miles (+6,749)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,896 miles
    Test number
    941774917113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,147 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,147 miles
    Test number
    510372306151
    • NoteBoth rear tyres nearing legal limit on tread depth

Questions about V718 HEO

Does V718 HEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V718 HEO is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V718 HEO?
The MOT on V718 HEO is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V718 HEO done?
V718 HEO was recorded at 73,535 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 2,526 miles a year.
Has V718 HEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V718 HEO has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V718 HEO 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 V718 HEO find?
V718 HEO passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front and rear suspension and brake components corroded; fuel tank strap corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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