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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,991 cc

X26 NESMOT history

X26 NES is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 83,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

X26 NES blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
83,809 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X26 NES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X26 NES was last recorded at 83,809 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,548 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
261 miles
Average per year
2,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,809 miles
  • 2025 – 83,548 miles
  • 2024 – 82,609 miles
  • 2023 – 82,513 miles
  • 2021 – 82,335 miles
  • 2019 – 82,306 miles
  • 2016 – 82,249 miles
  • 2015 – 79,733 miles
  • 2014 – 75,657 miles
  • 2013 – 72,089 miles
  • 2012 – 64,358 miles
  • 2011 – 60,538 miles
  • 2010 – 56,695 miles
  • 2009 – 53,582 miles
  • 2008 – 50,074 miles
  • 2007 – 45,761 miles
  • 2006 – 40,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,809 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear and both front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake lazy
  • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate loose
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both trailing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear floors-sills areas very corroded but unable to fully see due to sill covers fitted
  • AdvisoryN/s/f floor ,front inner wing and o/s/r spring mount area all corroding

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,809 miles (+261)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    83,809 miles
    Test number
    225565366280
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear and both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake lazy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both trailing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear floors-sills areas very corroded but unable to fully see due to sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f floor ,front inner wing and o/s/r spring mount area all corroding

  2. Pass83,548 miles (+939)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    83,548 miles
    Test number
    306368136466
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake hoses front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fuel pipes beginning to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sills, rear inner wheel arches, rear lower arms, rear exhaust, both subframes, o/s/f lower suspension arm, all hubs and backplates very corroded
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier and rear diff very corroded

  3. Pass82,609 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    82,609 miles
    Test number
    125462358622
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail82,605 miles (+92)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,605 miles
    Test number
    713795661153
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi to ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi to ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass82,513 miles (+178)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,513 miles
    Test number
    851240993665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass82,335 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    82,335 miles
    Test number
    281162221496
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Rear suspension arms heavily corroded

  7. Fail82,329 miles (+23)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,329 miles
    Test number
    756502653373
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Rear suspension arms heavily corroded

  8. Pass82,306 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,306 miles
    Test number
    346581075821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,249 miles (+2,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,249 miles
    Test number
    501776025269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  10. Pass79,733 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,733 miles
    Test number
    580428559648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail79,732 miles (+4,075)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,732 miles
    Test number
    678621824673
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass75,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,657 miles
    Test number
    266202774286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,657 miles (+3,568)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,657 miles
    Test number
    835112174282
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass72,089 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,089 miles
    Test number
    386412663492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail72,089 miles (+7,731)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,089 miles
    Test number
    946602163223
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass64,358 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,358 miles
    Test number
    626677562151
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear window slightly faded

  17. Fail64,357 miles (+3,819)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,357 miles
    Test number
    947455362195
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear window slightly faded

  18. Pass60,538 miles (+3,843)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,538 miles
    Test number
    175825671486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,695 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,695 miles
    Test number
    471824770051
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail56,635 miles (+3,053)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,635 miles
    Test number
    622291870067
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass53,582 miles (+3,508)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,582 miles
    Test number
    994508479063
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNs and os rear tyres have worn to absaloute min tread depths advise to replace

  22. Pass50,074 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,074 miles
    Test number
    433940788077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail50,074 miles (+4,313)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,074 miles
    Test number
    630130388068
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass45,761 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,761 miles
    Test number
    231120367016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    40,656 miles
    Test number
    150842566085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X26 NES

Does X26 NES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X26 NES is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X26 NES?
The MOT on X26 NES is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X26 NES done?
X26 NES was recorded at 83,809 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 2,095 miles a year.
Has X26 NES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X26 NES has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on X26 NES 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 X26 NES find?
X26 NES passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 10 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear and both front; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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