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J60 HHN

1998 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,354 mi
Last recorded71,354 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ60 HHN
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 71,354 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 71,117 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2024 71,109 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front/ rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 70,909 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 70,703 miles

slight exhaust blow at joint

Pass 30 Oct 2020 70,542 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 70,428 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

registration plates

Pass 10 Jul 2018 70,302 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2016 70,103 miles

N/s + o/s front tyres slight fouling on lower plastic inner wheel arch visible.

Pass 9 Sep 2014 70,011 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 69,680 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 69,346 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 69,063 miles
Pass 31 May 2009 68,444 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2008 67,828 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2007 67,368 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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J60 HHN is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Green with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J60 HHN, 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 J60 HHN registered?

J60 HHN is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 23 November 1998.

Is J60 HHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J60 HHN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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