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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,991 cc

X61 XSFMOT history

X61 XSF is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 99,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

X61 XSF blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
99,333 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X61 XSF
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
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X61 XSF was last recorded at 99,333 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Oct 2017: 88,256 miles, lower than 88,525 miles on 20 Oct 2017.

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
98,825 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
508 miles
Average per year
2,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,333 miles
  • 2025 – 98,825 miles
  • 2024 – 98,265 miles
  • 2023 – 97,520 miles
  • 2022 – 95,632 miles
  • 2021 – 94,674 miles
  • 2019 – 93,433 miles
  • 2018 – 92,431 miles
  • 2017 – 88,256 miles
  • 2016 – 85,296 miles
  • 2015 – 83,299 miles
  • 2014 – 81,834 miles
  • 2013 – 80,734 miles
  • 2012 – 77,674 miles
  • 2011 – 74,434 miles
  • 2010 – 70,163 miles
  • 2009 – 65,146 miles
  • 2008 – 61,898 miles
  • 2007 – 54,110 miles
  • 2006 – 40,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,333 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack to cooler (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,333 miles (+508)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    99,333 miles
    Test number
    111844049833
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack to cooler (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  2. Pass98,825 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    98,825 miles
    Test number
    937497520491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,265 miles (+745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    98,265 miles
    Test number
    519961838873
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow from exhaust centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass97,520 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,520 miles
    Test number
    698554960239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail97,517 miles (+1,885)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,517 miles
    Test number
    270155018913
    • 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))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass95,632 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    95,632 miles
    Test number
    980321534968
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail95,632 miles (+958)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,632 miles
    Test number
    851558253527
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn aft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass94,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    94,674 miles
    Test number
    665754879524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,674 miles (+1,241)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,674 miles
    Test number
    204451869504
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

  10. Pass93,433 miles (+1,002)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,433 miles
    Test number
    302870599610
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all prescribed areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass92,431 miles (+4,175)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,431 miles
    Test number
    342446101508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,256 miles (-269)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,256 miles
    Test number
    438322540791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail88,525 miles (+139)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,525 miles
    Test number
    725200777924
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Fail88,386 miles (+3,090)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,386 miles
    Test number
    580079522941
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner wheel arch trim loose, nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  15. Pass85,296 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,296 miles
    Test number
    696911764159
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From centre silencer / expansion chamber (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded slight corrosion, front to rear fuel pipes.
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded power steering pressure pipes to rack (2.3.2)

  16. Fail85,287 miles (+1,988)1 dangerous8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,287 miles
    Test number
    426397484885
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Metal brake pipe from Flexible hose to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded power steering pressure pipes to rack (2.3.2)

  17. Pass83,299 miles (+1,465)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    83,299 miles
    Test number
    934810860867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Metal brake pipe from Flexible to O/S rear caliper (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass81,834 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,834 miles
    Test number
    227577004321
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

  19. Fail81,833 miles (+1,099)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,833 miles
    Test number
    525074304349
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

  20. Pass80,734 miles (+3,060)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,734 miles
    Test number
    608829003363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass77,674 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,674 miles
    Test number
    437462112444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail77,674 miles (+3,240)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,674 miles
    Test number
    697740912319
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass74,434 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    74,434 miles
    Test number
    739971411347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm bushes appear weak

  24. Fail74,434 miles (+4,271)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,434 miles
    Test number
    228856501331
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm bushes appear weak

  25. Pass70,163 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    70,163 miles
    Test number
    450853800498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail70,163 miles (+5,017)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,163 miles
    Test number
    722963800324
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass65,146 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,146 miles
    Test number
    293386189254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail65,146 miles (+3,248)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,146 miles
    Test number
    842186689251
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass61,898 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,898 miles
    Test number
    712145748382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass61,895 miles (+2,390)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,895 miles
    Test number
    340259338313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass59,505 miles (+5,395)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    59,505 miles
    Test number
    300444118090
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  32. Pass54,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,110 miles
    Test number
    364239707166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail54,110 miles (+14,022)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,110 miles
    Test number
    390243607161
    • FailureFront Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  34. Pass40,088 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,088 miles
    Test number
    882566646072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about X61 XSF

Does X61 XSF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X61 XSF is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X61 XSF?
The MOT on X61 XSF is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X61 XSF done?
X61 XSF was recorded at 99,333 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 2,916 miles a year.
Has X61 XSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X61 XSF has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on X61 XSF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X61 XSF find?
X61 XSF passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack to cooler; vehicle undersealed.

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