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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

W428 JPCMOT history

W428 JPC is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 May 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 88,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2025.

W428 JPC silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2026
Mileage
88,722 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W428 JPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 May 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2026
Latest MOT test
12 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W428 JPC was last recorded at 88,722 miles on 12 May 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,712 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
1,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,722 miles
  • 2022 – 87,294 miles
  • 2021 – 86,385 miles
  • 2019 – 86,331 miles
  • 2018 – 84,028 miles
  • 2017 – 83,061 miles
  • 2016 – 81,448 miles
  • 2015 – 80,070 miles
  • 2014 – 79,452 miles
  • 2013 – 79,413 miles
  • 2011 – 74,636 miles
  • 2009 – 71,448 miles
  • 2008 – 68,355 miles
  • 2007 – 63,371 miles
  • 2006 – 56,548 miles
  • 2005 – 52,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,722 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,722 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    88,722 miles
    Test number
    515253983232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail88,712 miles (+1,418)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,712 miles
    Test number
    125859898126
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass87,294 miles (+909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,294 miles
    Test number
    137700826127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,385 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,385 miles
    Test number
    402830584109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded, before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle steering, suspension and braking components corroded

  5. Fail86,373 miles (+42)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,373 miles
    Test number
    248197163722
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (245/45R17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear, by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Along suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel becoming long
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle steering, suspension and braking components corroded

  6. Fail86,331 miles (+9)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,331 miles
    Test number
    827821625368
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail86,322 miles (+2,294)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,322 miles
    Test number
    625302201487
    • 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost to cords on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,028 miles (+967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,028 miles
    Test number
    237986808124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass83,061 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,061 miles
    Test number
    974197671735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,448 miles (+1,378)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,448 miles
    Test number
    203176263194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,070 miles (+618)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    80,070 miles
    Test number
    243378760026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  12. Pass79,452 miles (+8)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,452 miles
    Test number
    376143904272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut in tread also low tread

  13. Fail79,444 miles (+31)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,444 miles
    Test number
    505640204251
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut in tread also low tread

  14. Fail79,413 miles (+4,777)1 dangerous2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,413 miles
    Test number
    696497403260
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteADVISE, both rear coil springs corroding.
    • NoteADVISE, general corrosion taking place underside to all metal componants.
    • NoteADVISE, nearside rear indicator bulb fading.
    • NoteADVISE, offside front lower arm, rear mount bush becoming worn.

  15. Pass74,636 miles (+3,188)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    74,636 miles
    Test number
    586942391072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  16. Fail71,448 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,448 miles
    Test number
    234786519320
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePark brake reserve travel

  17. Pass71,448 miles (+3,093)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    71,448 miles
    Test number
    950426419338
    • NotePark brake reserve travel

  18. Pass68,355 miles (+4,984)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    68,355 miles
    Test number
    764919018337
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f on limit
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteWiper blade condition

  19. Pass63,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    63,371 miles
    Test number
    622060937353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,371 miles (+6,823)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,371 miles
    Test number
    322600537390
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass56,548 miles (+3,913)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    56,548 miles
    Test number
    431139826425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  22. Pass52,635 miles (+1,731)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    52,635 miles
    Test number
    200702225301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass50,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    300714125283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,904 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    983213125244
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front Tyres Wearing Low On Outer Edges

Questions about W428 JPC

Does W428 JPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W428 JPC expired on 11 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W428 JPC?
The MOT on W428 JPC expired on 11 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W428 JPC done?
W428 JPC was recorded at 88,722 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2025, an average of 1,915 miles a year.
Has W428 JPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W428 JPC has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on W428 JPC 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 W428 JPC find?
W428 JPC passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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