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J66 ROG

1997 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

36,722 mi
Last recorded36,722 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ66 ROG
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 36,722 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 36,680 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 35,635 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 35,635 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 35,398 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 35,392 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 35,389 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 35,352 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 34,994 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 33,737 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 32,269 miles

slight dampness o/s/r shocker

Pass 8 Jul 2010 28,739 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 27,881 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 27,077 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 26,608 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 25,296 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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J66 ROG is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Red with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 83,222 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 J66 ROG, 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 29 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J66 ROG registered?

J66 ROG is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J66 ROG safe to buy?

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