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J2 VSR

1998 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,208 mi
Last recorded45,208 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 VSR
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 45,208 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 44,963 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 44,779 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 44,540 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 44,401 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 44,241 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 43,710 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 43,501 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 43,151 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 42,643 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 42,322 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 41,305 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 40,604 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 40,462 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 39,899 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 37,244 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 34,480 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 32,780 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 32,195 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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J2 VSR is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Green with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J2 VSR, 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

How do I check the history of J2 VSR?

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What year was J2 VSR registered?

J2 VSR is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is J2 VSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 VSR shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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