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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

X57 LBVMOT history

X57 LBV is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 20 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

X57 LBV black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
105,635 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X57 LBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X57 LBV was last recorded at 105,635 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,631 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,635 miles
  • 2023 – 104,846 miles
  • 2022 – 104,292 miles
  • 2019 – 101,147 miles
  • 2017 – 100,713 miles
  • 2016 – 98,872 miles
  • 2015 – 89,991 miles
  • 2014 – 82,856 miles
  • 2013 – 78,738 miles
  • 2012 – 74,993 miles
  • 2010 – 70,632 miles
  • 2009 – 66,196 miles
  • 2008 – 62,970 miles
  • 2007 – 56,314 miles
  • 2006 – 49,477 miles
  • 2005 – 45,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,635 miles
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,635 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    105,635 miles
    Test number
    673658313293
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,631 miles (+27)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,631 miles
    Test number
    900508035020
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail105,604 miles (+758)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,604 miles
    Test number
    269336246951
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass104,846 miles (+554)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    104,846 miles
    Test number
    109218348653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,292 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    699155173204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,287 miles (+3,140)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,287 miles
    Test number
    156387490627
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass101,147 miles (+434)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,147 miles
    Test number
    795777508115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension arm slight play pin bush
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker slight damping affect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension arm bush slight play

  8. Pass100,713 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    100,713 miles
    Test number
    518839518783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail100,712 miles (+1,840)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,712 miles
    Test number
    150900596609
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass98,872 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    98,872 miles
    Test number
    904703806775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,867 miles (+8,876)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,867 miles
    Test number
    815934446071
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.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)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • 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. Pass89,991 miles (+1)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    89,991 miles
    Test number
    407302065043
    • DangerousOil leak

  13. Fail89,990 miles (+7,134)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,990 miles
    Test number
    959411565081
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass82,856 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    82,856 miles
    Test number
    108142524027
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail82,856 miles (+4,118)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,856 miles
    Test number
    827568514060
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass78,738 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    78,738 miles
    Test number
    135571523002
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail78,738 miles (+3,745)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,738 miles
    Test number
    219479713096
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass74,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    718943202004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,993 miles (+4,361)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    498173002019
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass70,632 miles (+4,436)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    70,632 miles
    Test number
    524693840335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,196 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    66,196 miles
    Test number
    811243609356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,194 miles (+3,224)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,194 miles
    Test number
    894002509388
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass62,970 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    62,970 miles
    Test number
    121329118312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail62,969 miles (+6,655)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,969 miles
    Test number
    492216818379
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass56,314 miles (+6,837)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    421507007486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,477 miles (+3,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    49,477 miles
    Test number
    671151716335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass45,613 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    45,613 miles
    Test number
    654112615346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about X57 LBV

Does X57 LBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X57 LBV is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X57 LBV?
The MOT on X57 LBV is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X57 LBV done?
X57 LBV was recorded at 105,635 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 2,990 miles a year.
Has X57 LBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X57 LBV has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X57 LBV 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 X57 LBV find?
X57 LBV passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: hazard warning switch faulty.

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