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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,991 cc

X52 DNPMOT history

X52 DNP is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 69,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

X52 DNP silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
69,950 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X52 DNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X52 DNP was last recorded at 69,950 miles on 19 May 2026, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2019: 66,541 miles, lower than 84,957 miles on 12 May 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,843 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
1,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,950 miles
  • 2025 – 69,843 miles
  • 2024 – 69,186 miles
  • 2023 – 68,818 miles
  • 2022 – 67,956 miles
  • 2020 – 67,444 miles
  • 2019 – 66,541 miles
  • 2018 – 84,957 miles
  • 2017 – 65,028 miles
  • 2016 – 64,452 miles
  • 2015 – 63,670 miles
  • 2014 – 61,041 miles
  • 2013 – 57,041 miles
  • 2012 – 54,071 miles
  • 2011 – 51,770 miles
  • 2010 – 48,632 miles
  • 2009 – 44,772 miles
  • 2008 – 41,514 miles
  • 2007 – 38,357 miles
  • 2006 – 35,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,950 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4 x tyres starting to perish (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front shockers showing signs of leaking oil o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake pads getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass69,950 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    69,950 miles
    Test number
    870692665476
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4 x tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass69,843 miles (+657)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    69,843 miles
    Test number
    639629114665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,186 miles (+368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    69,186 miles
    Test number
    424088774684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer part of sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass68,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,818 miles
    Test number
    158707517885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,818 miles (+862)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,818 miles
    Test number
    101940179952
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass67,956 miles (+512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,956 miles
    Test number
    348020312641
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,444 miles
    Test number
    586010837059
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  8. Fail67,444 miles (+903)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,444 miles
    Test number
    432621776859
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  9. Pass66,541 miles (-18,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,541 miles
    Test number
    142325828900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail84,957 miles1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,957 miles
    Test number
    288288220022
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Pass65,347 miles (+319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,347 miles
    Test number
    346550675551
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass65,028 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,028 miles
    Test number
    244587333621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail65,028 miles (+576)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,028 miles
    Test number
    965734940612
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass64,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,452 miles
    Test number
    128991351786
    • AdvisoryFront shockers showing signs of leaking oil o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  15. Fail64,452 miles (+782)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,452 miles
    Test number
    743377277009
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront shockers showing signs of leaking oil o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  16. Pass63,670 miles (+2,629)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,670 miles
    Test number
    386739525211
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber damp with grease / oil, doesent appear to be leaking

  17. Pass61,041 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    61,041 miles
    Test number
    618130734250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,041 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    57,041 miles
    Test number
    605685273226
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  19. Fail57,041 miles (+2,970)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,041 miles
    Test number
    329458163225
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass54,071 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,071 miles
    Test number
    835018672213
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail54,071 miles (+2,301)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,071 miles
    Test number
    885007872289
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass51,770 miles (+3,138)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,770 miles
    Test number
    547341471257
    • NoteBoth rear indicators white
    • NoteFront pads 3-4mm approx
    • NoteFront tyres 3mm

  23. Pass48,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,632 miles
    Test number
    132227350289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,632 miles (+3,860)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,632 miles
    Test number
    424277550217
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass44,772 miles (+3,258)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,772 miles
    Test number
    242554649283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,514 miles (+3,157)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,514 miles
    Test number
    404517188271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,357 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,357 miles
    Test number
    383006057284
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass38,357 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,357 miles
    Test number
    440566857285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass35,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    35,094 miles
    Test number
    874665606363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X52 DNP

Does X52 DNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X52 DNP is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X52 DNP?
The MOT on X52 DNP is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X52 DNP done?
X52 DNP was recorded at 69,950 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 1,783 miles a year.
Has X52 DNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X52 DNP has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on X52 DNP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X52 DNP find?
X52 DNP passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4 x tyres starting to perish.

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