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J8 RHC

1999 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,074 mi
Last recorded21,074 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW Z375,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 RHC
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 21,074 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Subframe and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear axle bushes worn

Pass 31 Mar 2021 20,759 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 20,533 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 20,517 miles

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

offside park brake effort is low

Pass 22 Mar 2014 20,435 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 20,356 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 20,349 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres perrished

Pass 15 Apr 2011 20,008 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 19,991 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 19,647 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 19,341 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 19,048 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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J8 RHC is a 1999 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 75,378 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 J8 RHC, 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 27 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J8 RHC registered?

J8 RHC is a 1999 BMW Z3, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is J8 RHC safe to buy?

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