BMW Z3 R32VGF has 26 MOTs

Has MOT
Has Tax

This 1997 BMW Z3 has Passed 20 MOTs and Failed 6 times since 2006

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 98,664 miles 4 months ago on Tuesday 26th May 2026 at 11:03.

The current MOT will expire in 9 months on Friday 11th June 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 9 months on Tuesday 1st June 2027.

R32VGF MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED11TH JUNE 202798,664 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorbers Has Light Misting Of Oil (5.3.2 (b))
PASSED20TH MAY 202511TH JUNE 202698,543 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorbers Has Light Misting Of Oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Pipes Covered In Under Seal Or Some Type Of Material, Preventing Full Inspection.
PASSED14TH MAY 202411TH JUNE 202598,380 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
FAILED14TH MAY 202498,380 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Supplementary Restraint System Warning Lamp Indicates A Fault (7.1.6 (a))
  2. MAJOR - Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material (1.1.11 (c))
PASSED24TH MAY 202311TH JUNE 202497,588 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
  2. ADVISORY - Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
PASSED6TH JUNE 202211TH JUNE 202397,206 MI
PASSED13TH MAY 202111TH JUNE 202295,560 MI
PASSED1ST JUNE 202011TH JUNE 202194,499 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Under Trays Fitted Unable To Access All Testable Items
PASSED24TH MAY 201911TH JUNE 202092,838 MI
PASSED17TH MAY 201811TH JUNE 201988,291 MI
PASSED12TH JUNE 201711TH JUNE 201886,094 MI
PASSED1ST OCTOBER 20153RD OCTOBER 201685,040 MI
FAILED1ST OCTOBER 201585,040 MI
 
  1. PRS - Supplementary Restraint System Warning Lamp Indicates A Fault (5.4.2)
PASSED4TH OCTOBER 20143RD OCTOBER 201581,019 MI
FAILED2ND OCTOBER 201480,993 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Supplementary Restraint System Warning Lamp Indicates A Fault (5.4.2)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Lower Suspension Arm Rubber Bush Deteriorated But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
  3. USER ENTERED - Fuel Cap Sealing Washer Slightly Detererated
PASSED12TH SEPTEMBER 201311TH SEPTEMBER 201476,182 MI
FAILED16TH AUGUST 201271,172 MI
 
  1. PRS - Registration Plate Lamp Not Working (1.1.c.1d)
  2. PRS - Offside Front Direction Indicator Insecure (1.4.a.2b)
PASSED16TH AUGUST 201215TH AUGUST 201371,172 MI
FAILED13TH AUGUST 201168,667 MI
 
  1. PRS - Registration Plate Fitted To The Front Does Not Have Black Characters On A White Background (6.3.2a)
  2. PRS - Registration Plate Fitted To The Rear Does Not Have Black Characters On A Yellow Background (6.3.2b)
  3. PRS - Nearside Headlamp Aim Beam Image Kick Up To The Offside (1.8)
PASSED13TH AUGUST 201113TH AUGUST 201268,667 MI
PASSED14TH AUGUST 201013TH AUGUST 201165,401 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Front Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.2b)
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.2b)
  3. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
PASSED14TH AUGUST 200913TH AUGUST 201062,568 MI
PASSED30TH JULY 200829TH JULY 200959,371 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.2b)
  2. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
PASSED2ND MAY 20071ST MAY 200852,202 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Shock Absorber Has A Light Misting Of Oil (2.7.3)
  2. USER ENTERED - Nail In Nearside Front Tyre
PASSED3RD APRIL 20062ND APRIL 200742,586 MI
FAILED3RD APRIL 200642,586 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Rear Shock Absorber Has A Serious Fluid Leak (2.7.3)
  2. USER ENTERED - Front Tyres Are Cracks
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

R32VGF Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 77% | MOT Failure Rate: 23%

R32VGF MOT Comments

Tip: Read our guide on What These Advisory Notes Mean…

R32VGF Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 98,664 miles | Average yearly mileage: 3,402 miles

R32VGF FAQs

This Bmw Z3 with registration R32VGF was manufactured on Wednesday 31st December 1997 so it is currently 29 years old. Its colour is Red and it has a 2.8 litre Petrol engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 98,664 miles, so this Bmw has travelled an average of 3,402 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 26 MOTs on record for this Bmw Z3 beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2006. We can see 6 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means R32VGF has a 77% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Bmw Z3 has had 21 Advisories, 6 PRS Notices, 0 Minor, 2 Major, 0 Dangerous and 2 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Bmw Z3 is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 9 months on Tuesday 1st June 2027 .

Does R32VGF have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Friday 18th September 2026 R32VGF does have an active MOT. Read more

Is R32VGF Taxed?

Yes, as of Friday 18th September 2026 R32VGF does have Tax. Read more

When does R32VGF Tax expire?

The current Tax for R32VGF will expire in 9 months on Tuesday 1st June 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does R32VGF MOT expire?

The current MOT for R32VGF will expire in 9 months on Friday 11th June 2027. Read more

When did R32VGF have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for R32VGF was on Tuesday 26th May 2026 at 11:03. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has R32VGF Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 26 MOTs on record for R32VGF we can see 20 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has R32VGF Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 26 MOTs on record for R32VGF we can see 6 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 77% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is R32VGF?

R32VGF is registered as a 1997 Bmw Z3. Read more

How many miles has R32VGF done?

The odometer reading for R32VGF at the last MOT in May 2026 was 98,664 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 3,402 miles per year. Read more

How old is R32VGF?

The vehicle R32VGF was manufactured in 1997 so it is currently 29 years old. It was first registered on Thursday 23rd October 1997. Read more

What colour is R32VGF?

The official colour of R32VGF is recorded as Red. Read more

What engine does R32VGF have?

R32VGF has a 2.8 litre Petrol engine. Read more

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