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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

X778 OFCMOT history

X778 OFC is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 22 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

X778 OFC blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
123,342 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X778 OFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X778 OFC was last recorded at 123,342 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,581 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
761 miles
Average per year
3,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,342 miles
  • 2025 – 122,581 miles
  • 2023 – 122,463 miles
  • 2022 – 122,059 miles
  • 2021 – 121,334 miles
  • 2020 – 120,822 miles
  • 2018 – 120,167 miles
  • 2017 – 110,317 miles
  • 2015 – 90,202 miles
  • 2014 – 78,015 miles
  • 2013 – 70,657 miles
  • 2012 – 61,432 miles
  • 2011 – 61,159 miles
  • 2010 – 60,111 miles
  • 2009 – 59,231 miles
  • 2008 – 49,135 miles
  • 2007 – 46,776 miles
  • 2005 – 43,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,342 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,342 miles (+761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    123,342 miles
    Test number
    539242476123
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    122,581 miles
    Test number
    780334681846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,581 miles (+118)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,581 miles
    Test number
    444562219795
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  4. Pass122,463 miles (+404)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    122,463 miles
    Test number
    652406206175
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass122,059 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    122,059 miles
    Test number
    236463011019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail122,059 miles (+725)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,059 miles
    Test number
    538674459610
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass121,334 miles (+512)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,334 miles
    Test number
    976166846122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under side corrosion

  8. Pass120,822 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    120,822 miles
    Test number
    195334489985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail120,820 miles (+653)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,820 miles
    Test number
    966352935970
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass120,167 miles (+9,850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,167 miles
    Test number
    624277237257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass110,317 miles (+84)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    110,317 miles
    Test number
    142008368233
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE IMBALANCE BUT HOLDS SUFFICENTLY.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail110,233 miles (+20,031)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,233 miles
    Test number
    940829600617
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE IMBALANCE BUT HOLDS SUFFICENTLY.

  13. Pass90,202 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    90,202 miles
    Test number
    285082995114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail90,200 miles (+12,185)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,200 miles
    Test number
    628221895160
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass78,015 miles (+7,358)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,015 miles
    Test number
    727785264158
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f wiper starting to split

  16. Pass70,657 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,657 miles
    Test number
    356838363162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,653 miles (+9,221)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,653 miles
    Test number
    657974763196
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine has a major oil leak

  18. Pass61,432 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,432 miles
    Test number
    915296962166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,159 miles (+1,048)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    61,159 miles
    Test number
    886497331119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,111 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,111 miles
    Test number
    953166940120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,101 miles (+870)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,101 miles
    Test number
    820705640181
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass59,231 miles (+10,096)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,231 miles
    Test number
    380883709488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil cooler loose

  23. Pass49,135 miles (+2,359)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,135 miles
    Test number
    252997138099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,776 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,776 miles
    Test number
    314125517014
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass46,776 miles (+2,952)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,776 miles
    Test number
    620905817015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    43,824 miles
    Test number
    724657845336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X778 OFC

Does X778 OFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X778 OFC is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X778 OFC?
The MOT on X778 OFC is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X778 OFC done?
X778 OFC was recorded at 123,342 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 3,828 miles a year.
Has X778 OFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X778 OFC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on X778 OFC 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 X778 OFC find?
X778 OFC passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear subframe mounting repair covered in underseal.

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