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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

J8 JYNMOT history

J8 JYN is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 27 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 88,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

J8 JYN silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
88,789 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 JYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 JYN was last recorded at 88,789 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,667 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
122 miles
Average per year
3,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,789 miles
  • 2024 – 88,667 miles
  • 2023 – 87,122 miles
  • 2022 – 86,304 miles
  • 2021 – 85,680 miles
  • 2020 – 85,309 miles
  • 2019 – 84,515 miles
  • 2018 – 82,937 miles
  • 2017 – 80,895 miles
  • 2016 – 79,401 miles
  • 2015 – 78,095 miles
  • 2014 – 76,419 miles
  • 2013 – 73,402 miles
  • 2012 – 66,398 miles
  • 2011 – 61,402 miles
  • 2010 – 55,466 miles
  • 2009 – 49,097 miles
  • 2008 – 43,068 miles
  • 2007 – 35,990 miles
  • 2006 – 28,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,789 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,789 miles (+122)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    88,789 miles
    Test number
    816393736583
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive And outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,667 miles (+1,545)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    88,667 miles
    Test number
    548866770203
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,122 miles (+818)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,122 miles
    Test number
    344749015863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner body sill , within sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner body sill, within sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,304 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,304 miles
    Test number
    451393028197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Central (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroed (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Central (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail86,304 miles (+624)2 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,304 miles
    Test number
    737863817989
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Central (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroed (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Central (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,680 miles (+371)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,680 miles
    Test number
    550603543685
    • AdvisoryAdvise both lower inner body sills are lightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass85,309 miles (+794)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,309 miles
    Test number
    888932042877
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass84,515 miles (+1,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,515 miles
    Test number
    294393767143
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner and outer sills corroded

  9. Pass82,937 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,937 miles
    Test number
    679431419800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,895 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,895 miles
    Test number
    474075662979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,401 miles (+1,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,401 miles
    Test number
    918168253359
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass78,095 miles (+1,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,095 miles
    Test number
    898779905202
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass76,419 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,419 miles
    Test number
    356080414234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail76,417 miles (+3,015)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,417 miles
    Test number
    875568694158
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass73,402 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    73,402 miles
    Test number
    567318913263
    • NoteBoth wipers deteriorated.

  16. Fail73,402 miles (+7,004)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,402 miles
    Test number
    356457013228
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth wipers deteriorated.

  17. Pass66,398 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    66,398 miles
    Test number
    949629292156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,388 miles (+4,986)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,388 miles
    Test number
    309738792156
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass61,402 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,402 miles
    Test number
    536219091198
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside edge

  20. Fail61,402 miles (+5,936)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,402 miles
    Test number
    135269991126
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside edge
    • NoteBoth rear disc's corroded

  21. Pass55,466 miles (+6,369)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,466 miles
    Test number
    170482900267
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  22. Pass49,097 miles (+6,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    49,097 miles
    Test number
    723442809209
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass43,068 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,068 miles
    Test number
    302077208472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,051 miles (+7,061)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,051 miles
    Test number
    390545208439
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass35,990 miles (+7,149)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,990 miles
    Test number
    400118197159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,841 miles
    Test number
    890235406283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about J8 JYN

Does J8 JYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 JYN is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on J8 JYN?
The MOT on J8 JYN is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 JYN done?
J8 JYN was recorded at 88,789 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 3,093 miles a year.
Has J8 JYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 JYN has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on J8 JYN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J8 JYN find?
J8 JYN passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 13 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 10 more.

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