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J16 JNM

1998 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

80,743 mi
Last recorded80,743 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 JNM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 80,743 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 80,538 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 80,168 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 80,168 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 79,261 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 78,923 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 78,921 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 78,906 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 78,649 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 78,181 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 78,030 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 77,863 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 75,959 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 72,979 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 70,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Feb 2012 86,394 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 86,394 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 66,383 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 63,232 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 61,889 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 53,742 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 42,905 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 37,017 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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J16 JNM is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Black with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1998 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 76,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J16 JNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J16 JNM registered?

J16 JNM is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is J16 JNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J16 JNM shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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