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J70 NJO

2002 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,367 mi
Last recorded123,367 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z361,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 NJO
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 123,367 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi to flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi to flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake low on effort. (passed)

Fail 6 Mar 2025 123,367 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi to flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi to flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake low on effort. (passed)

Pass 18 Mar 2024 122,798 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 120,368 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 117,956 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 115,567 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 115,066 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 115,066 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 111,735 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 106,522 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 102,413 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 97,850 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 94,496 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 89,662 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 89,662 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 83,148 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 76,817 miles

slight play nearside steering rack

Pass 25 Mar 2011 70,727 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 62,327 miles

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

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

front numberplate deteriorated

Fail 26 Mar 2010 62,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

front numberplate deteriorated

Pass 27 Mar 2009 55,495 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 49,961 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 43,984 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 38,265 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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J70 NJO is a 2002 BMW Z3 in Green with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 61,822 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 J70 NJO, 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 24 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 J70 NJO registered?

J70 NJO is a 2002 BMW Z3, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is J70 NJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J70 NJO shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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