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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,991 cc

X42 MGNMOT history

X42 MGN is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 19 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 82,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

X42 MGN blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
82,554 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X42 MGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
19 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X42 MGN was last recorded at 82,554 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 82 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,472 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
82 miles
Average per year
1,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,554 miles
  • 2025 – 82,472 miles
  • 2024 – 82,383 miles
  • 2022 – 82,183 miles
  • 2021 – 82,091 miles
  • 2020 – 81,989 miles
  • 2019 – 81,788 miles
  • 2018 – 81,430 miles
  • 2017 – 81,149 miles
  • 2016 – 80,324 miles
  • 2015 – 80,117 miles
  • 2014 – 79,878 miles
  • 2013 – 79,272 miles
  • 2012 – 78,779 miles
  • 2011 – 77,346 miles
  • 2010 – 75,672 miles
  • 2009 – 71,673 miles
  • 2008 – 66,725 miles
  • 2007 – 62,018 miles
  • 2006 – 54,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,554 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,554 miles (+82)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,554 miles
    Test number
    151665115502
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass82,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,472 miles
    Test number
    612548752905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail82,472 miles (+89)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,472 miles
    Test number
    714491307402
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass82,383 miles (+200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    82,383 miles
    Test number
    733955427999
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass82,183 miles (+92)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,183 miles
    Test number
    807621874683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass82,091 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,091 miles
    Test number
    394586642890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass81,989 miles (+201)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,989 miles
    Test number
    492790446317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,788 miles (+358)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,788 miles
    Test number
    351894311553
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,430 miles (+281)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    81,430 miles
    Test number
    322728029108
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass81,149 miles (+825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,149 miles
    Test number
    788535344713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake binding slightly

  11. Pass80,324 miles (+207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    80,324 miles
    Test number
    408013286178
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass80,117 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    80,117 miles
    Test number
    537089063876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,878 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    79,878 miles
    Test number
    108787244319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,272 miles (+493)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    79,272 miles
    Test number
    578921953377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,779 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,779 miles
    Test number
    499847262142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail77,346 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    127725071167
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass77,346 miles (+1,674)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    218305771125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,672 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    75,672 miles
    Test number
    772952260143
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front discs slightly worn

  19. Fail75,669 miles (+3,996)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,669 miles
    Test number
    243938450112
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front discs slightly worn

  20. Pass71,673 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,673 miles
    Test number
    920055379149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    66,725 miles
    Test number
    102087578114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,725 miles (+4,707)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,725 miles
    Test number
    900537378172
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass62,018 miles (+7,057)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    62,018 miles
    Test number
    992744477126
    • NoteBoth rear discs slightly rusty

  24. Pass54,961 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,961 miles
    Test number
    451363326164
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteWindscreen washer reservior mounting broken.

  25. Fail54,961 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,961 miles
    Test number
    681813126192
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteWindscreen washer reservior mounting broken.

Questions about X42 MGN

Does X42 MGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X42 MGN is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X42 MGN?
The MOT on X42 MGN is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X42 MGN done?
X42 MGN was recorded at 82,554 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 1,381 miles a year.
Has X42 MGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X42 MGN has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2025.
Has the mileage on X42 MGN 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 X42 MGN find?
X42 MGN passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front service brake binding but not excessively both; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all.

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