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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

X37 RCWMOT history

X37 RCW is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 20 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

X37 RCW silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
92,363 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X37 RCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X37 RCW was last recorded at 92,363 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,261 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
102 miles
Average per year
2,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,363 miles
  • 2025 – 92,261 miles
  • 2024 – 84,736 miles
  • 2021 – 81,186 miles
  • 2020 – 81,142 miles
  • 2019 – 75,900 miles
  • 2018 – 75,181 miles
  • 2017 – 74,563 miles
  • 2016 – 70,833 miles
  • 2015 – 68,411 miles
  • 2014 – 64,933 miles
  • 2013 – 60,897 miles
  • 2012 – 58,367 miles
  • 2011 – 56,504 miles
  • 2010 – 54,991 miles
  • 2009 – 52,215 miles
  • 2008 – 48,819 miles
  • 2007 – 44,291 miles
  • 2006 – 39,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,363 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,363 miles (+102)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    92,363 miles
    Test number
    546739002080
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail92,261 miles (+64)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,261 miles
    Test number
    476086234695
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail92,197 miles (+78)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,197 miles
    Test number
    912406169961
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail92,119 miles (+7,383)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,119 miles
    Test number
    312287175749
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also has a nail on edge unrepairable 225 50 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass84,736 miles (+3,550)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,736 miles
    Test number
    952192627157
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass81,186 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,186 miles
    Test number
    106951088516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail81,142 miles (+5,242)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,142 miles
    Test number
    909749892946
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass75,900 miles (+719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,900 miles
    Test number
    664446495525
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front sill/floors
    • AdvisoryRear bushes deteriated

  9. Pass75,181 miles (+618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,181 miles
    Test number
    279042581811
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes dropped

  10. Pass74,563 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,563 miles
    Test number
    955611762866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail74,457 miles (+3,624)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,457 miles
    Test number
    974728404405
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass70,833 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,833 miles
    Test number
    651588891456
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Fail70,832 miles (+2,421)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,832 miles
    Test number
    773571141198
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass68,411 miles (+48)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,411 miles
    Test number
    466870675120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc's ex worn & corroded
    • NoteRear brake disc's excecessively worn & corroded

  15. Fail68,363 miles (+3,430)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,363 miles
    Test number
    798361965149
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc's ex worn & corroded
    • NoteRear brake disc's excecessively worn & corroded

  16. Pass64,933 miles (+13)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,933 miles
    Test number
    208877764120
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront metal exhaust mount broken but exhaust adequately supported at time of test

  17. Fail64,920 miles (+4,023)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,920 miles
    Test number
    247883264471
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront metal exhaust mount broken but exhaust adequately supported at time of test

  18. Pass60,897 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,897 miles
    Test number
    376418353187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  19. Fail60,897 miles (+2,530)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,897 miles
    Test number
    665504553117
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  20. Pass58,367 miles (+1,863)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,367 miles
    Test number
    198093952141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust has slight rust on rear of the system
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass56,504 miles (+1,513)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,504 miles
    Test number
    275639751199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass54,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,991 miles
    Test number
    232078550460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail54,991 miles (+2,776)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,991 miles
    Test number
    384908050157
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  24. Pass52,215 miles (+3,396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    52,215 miles
    Test number
    220437649175
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass48,819 miles (+4,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,819 miles
    Test number
    854119348144
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass44,291 miles (+4,762)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,291 miles
    Test number
    210766357430
    • 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 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)
    • NoteWiper blades noisy in opperation

  27. Pass39,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,529 miles
    Test number
    743362456169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X37 RCW

Does X37 RCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X37 RCW is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X37 RCW?
The MOT on X37 RCW is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X37 RCW done?
X37 RCW was recorded at 92,363 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 2,684 miles a year.
Has X37 RCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X37 RCW has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X37 RCW 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 X37 RCW find?
X37 RCW passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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