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BMW Z3

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

X78 BJBMOT history

X78 BJB is a black petrol BMW Z3 first used on 4 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 91,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2024.

X78 BJB black BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2025
Mileage
91,812 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2024
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 BJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
4 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 BJB was last recorded at 91,812 miles on 8 Nov 2024, 629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,183 miles · 7 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
629 miles
Average per year
2,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,812 miles
  • 2023 – 91,183 miles
  • 2022 – 91,001 miles
  • 2021 – 88,592 miles
  • 2020 – 88,384 miles
  • 2019 – 88,308 miles
  • 2018 – 87,914 miles
  • 2017 – 87,001 miles
  • 2016 – 86,177 miles
  • 2015 – 85,724 miles
  • 2014 – 85,304 miles
  • 2013 – 83,767 miles
  • 2012 – 82,459 miles
  • 2011 – 76,216 miles
  • 2010 – 73,673 miles
  • 2009 – 70,609 miles
  • 2008 – 66,696 miles
  • 2007 – 62,474 miles
  • 2006 – 56,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,812 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Some cracking in tread of all tyres (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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front brake discs slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,812 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    91,812 miles
    Test number
    577110667813
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Some cracking in tread of all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail91,812 miles (+629)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,812 miles
    Test number
    380350088900
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position Nearside catch not working (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Some cracking in tread of all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass91,183 miles (+182)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    91,183 miles
    Test number
    167466628994
    • MinorNearside Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arms, rear bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Offside rear, nearside rear & offside front slightly damp (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass91,001 miles (+2,409)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    91,001 miles
    Test number
    316055497323
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front lower arms, rear bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear & offside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass88,592 miles (+208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,592 miles
    Test number
    365849105683
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass88,384 miles (+76)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,384 miles
    Test number
    280603204050
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside brake low & slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass88,308 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,308 miles
    Test number
    861305185360
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail88,308 miles (+394)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,308 miles
    Test number
    896078903079
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure Movement in seat tracks (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass87,914 miles (+913)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,914 miles
    Test number
    364945215397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    87,001 miles
    Test number
    608852865831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail87,001 miles (+824)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,001 miles
    Test number
    914588709038
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  12. Pass86,177 miles (+453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    86,177 miles
    Test number
    635778866341
    • AdvisorySlight ooze of fluid from nearside rear shock absorber
    • AdvisorySlight wear in both front lower arms rear bushings

  13. Pass85,724 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,724 miles
    Test number
    674509658097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn

  14. Fail85,724 miles (+420)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,724 miles
    Test number
    868736279318
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn

  15. Pass85,304 miles (+1,537)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,304 miles
    Test number
    206656784262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass83,767 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    83,767 miles
    Test number
    476119213266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail83,767 miles (+1,308)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,767 miles
    Test number
    876309513208
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass82,459 miles (+6,243)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,459 miles
    Test number
    327494822489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,216 miles
    Test number
    379521251294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,216 miles (+5,543)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,216 miles
    Test number
    355531051413
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (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)

  21. Pass73,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,673 miles
    Test number
    254728850272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,673 miles (+3,064)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,673 miles
    Test number
    971768450252
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass70,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    70,609 miles
    Test number
    504472729392
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail70,609 miles (+3,913)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,609 miles
    Test number
    473536219312
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass66,696 miles (+4,222)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    66,696 miles
    Test number
    162366028307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,474 miles (+6,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    62,474 miles
    Test number
    234290217387
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass56,407 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    56,407 miles
    Test number
    401337816386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,614 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,614 miles
    Test number
    773208566240
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

Questions about X78 BJB

Does X78 BJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X78 BJB expired on 17 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X78 BJB?
The MOT on X78 BJB expired on 17 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X78 BJB done?
X78 BJB was recorded at 91,812 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2024, an average of 2,108 miles a year.
Has X78 BJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 BJB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X78 BJB 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 X78 BJB find?
X78 BJB passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly twisted; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing some cracking in tread of all tyres.

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