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BMW Z3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V74 LUHMOT history

V74 LUH is a green petrol BMW Z3 first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 85,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2025.

V74 LUH green BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2025
Mileage
85,369 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V74 LUH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V74 LUH was last recorded at 85,369 miles on 4 Jun 2025, 465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,904 miles · 22 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
465 miles
Average per year
2,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,369 miles
  • 2024 – 84,904 miles
  • 2023 – 84,898 miles
  • 2022 – 84,245 miles
  • 2021 – 83,850 miles
  • 2020 – 82,866 miles
  • 2019 – 81,715 miles
  • 2018 – 80,633 miles
  • 2017 – 79,018 miles
  • 2016 – 77,279 miles
  • 2015 – 75,696 miles
  • 2014 – 74,039 miles
  • 2013 – 72,253 miles
  • 2012 – 70,404 miles
  • 2011 – 63,721 miles
  • 2010 – 58,737 miles
  • 2009 – 53,372 miles
  • 2008 – 47,946 miles
  • 2007 – 41,782 miles
  • 2006 – 38,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,369 miles
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail85,369 miles (+465)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,369 miles
    Test number
    254869109789
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass84,904 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,904 miles
    Test number
    392361222909
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner & outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner & outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail84,902 miles (+4)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,902 miles
    Test number
    122862366932
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner & outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner & outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail84,898 miles (+8)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,898 miles
    Test number
    724958955400
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers corroded (osr & nsr)

  5. Fail84,890 miles (+645)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,890 miles
    Test number
    629508302379
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass84,245 miles (+1)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    84,245 miles
    Test number
    874394131635
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  7. Fail84,244 miles (+394)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,244 miles
    Test number
    305106283017
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  8. Pass83,850 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,850 miles
    Test number
    642257574145
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on all suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail83,848 miles (+982)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,848 miles
    Test number
    131730581274
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated not opening (3.1 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on all suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass82,866 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,866 miles
    Test number
    181146559880
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail82,862 miles (+1,147)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,862 miles
    Test number
    416354300756
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass81,715 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,715 miles
    Test number
    479521313946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail81,714 miles (+1,081)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,714 miles
    Test number
    734341679785
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass80,633 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,633 miles
    Test number
    569256854776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Fail80,630 miles (+1,612)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,630 miles
    Test number
    706549353169
    • MajorBrake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected rear park brake binding (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass79,018 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,018 miles
    Test number
    753001846899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail79,011 miles (+1,732)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,011 miles
    Test number
    524639147131
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass77,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,279 miles
    Test number
    375725968767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,279 miles (+1,583)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,279 miles
    Test number
    237322681628
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass75,696 miles (+1,657)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,696 miles
    Test number
    568272305253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,039 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    74,039 miles
    Test number
    359699414215
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail74,039 miles (+1,786)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,039 miles
    Test number
    376699714484
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass72,253 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    72,253 miles
    Test number
    227826423277
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  24. Fail72,251 miles (+1,847)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,251 miles
    Test number
    725765023221
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  25. Pass70,404 miles (+6,683)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    70,404 miles
    Test number
    599815512225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,721 miles (+4,984)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,721 miles
    Test number
    179494521244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass58,737 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,737 miles
    Test number
    560652730246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,372 miles (+5,426)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    53,372 miles
    Test number
    180158119217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass47,946 miles (+6,164)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,946 miles
    Test number
    240325428204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass41,782 miles (+3,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,782 miles
    Test number
    393044917246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass38,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    783732976200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V74 LUH

Does V74 LUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V74 LUH expired on 21 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V74 LUH?
The MOT on V74 LUH expired on 21 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V74 LUH done?
V74 LUH was recorded at 85,369 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2025, an average of 2,505 miles a year.
Has V74 LUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V74 LUH has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on V74 LUH 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 V74 LUH find?
V74 LUH failed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2025 with 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside headlamp aim too low; offside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer, and 8 more.

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