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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

J9 JCLMOT history

J9 JCL is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 51,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

J9 JCL blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
51,893 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 JCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 JCL was last recorded at 51,893 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 1,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,786 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,107 miles
Average per year
983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,893 miles
  • 2025 – 50,786 miles
  • 2024 – 49,739 miles
  • 2023 – 49,022 miles
  • 2022 – 48,540 miles
  • 2021 – 48,476 miles
  • 2019 – 47,948 miles
  • 2018 – 47,401 miles
  • 2017 – 46,681 miles
  • 2016 – 44,817 miles
  • 2015 – 43,670 miles
  • 2013 – 43,210 miles
  • 2012 – 42,602 miles
  • 2011 – 40,686 miles
  • 2010 – 39,317 miles
  • 2009 – 37,797 miles
  • 2008 – 36,176 miles
  • 2007 – 34,199 miles
  • 2006 – 33,186 miles
  • 2005 – 31,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,893 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension componentsRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Vehicle has been stood

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Fuel tank strap corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,893 miles (+1,107)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    51,893 miles
    Test number
    594923388694
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  2. Pass50,786 miles (+1,047)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    50,786 miles
    Test number
    100598668070
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  3. Pass49,739 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    49,739 miles
    Test number
    884348731859
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  4. Fail49,739 miles (+717)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,739 miles
    Test number
    956286464167
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

  5. Pass49,022 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    49,022 miles
    Test number
    401276231600
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  6. Fail49,022 miles (+482)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,022 miles
    Test number
    754220948856
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  7. Pass48,540 miles (+64)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    48,540 miles
    Test number
    666925817110
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPerishing to osr tyre
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  8. Pass48,476 miles (+528)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,476 miles
    Test number
    854764500652
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass47,948 miles (+547)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    47,948 miles
    Test number
    516713716454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  10. Pass47,401 miles (+720)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,401 miles
    Test number
    714608020420
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  11. Pass46,681 miles (+1,864)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,681 miles
    Test number
    575034762984
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront hubs corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  12. Pass44,817 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,817 miles
    Test number
    540492360955
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  13. Fail44,817 miles (+1,147)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,817 miles
    Test number
    213511264122
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been stood

  14. Pass43,670 miles (+460)11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    43,670 miles
    Test number
    816427805081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded.
    • NoteVehicle has been stood.

  15. Pass43,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,210 miles
    Test number
    915052203348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,210 miles (+608)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,210 miles
    Test number
    627742303358
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass42,602 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,602 miles
    Test number
    457576892227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,686 miles (+1,369)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,686 miles
    Test number
    459246371285
    • NoteAirbag light on

  19. Pass39,317 miles (+1,520)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,317 miles
    Test number
    331622830462
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on.

  20. Pass37,797 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,797 miles
    Test number
    341073959490
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on.

  21. Fail37,797 miles (+1,621)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,797 miles
    Test number
    381372259448
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on.

  22. Pass36,176 miles (+1,977)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,176 miles
    Test number
    302293158463
    • NoteAirbag light on.

  23. Pass34,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,199 miles
    Test number
    371526947400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,199 miles (+1,013)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,199 miles
    Test number
    961616547227
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass33,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,186 miles
    Test number
    261512046247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail33,186 miles (+1,298)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,186 miles
    Test number
    883731046262
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low on pressure

  27. Pass31,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    31,888 miles
    Test number
    342546845409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail31,888 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,888 miles
    Test number
    850556845220
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about J9 JCL

Does J9 JCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 JCL is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 JCL?
The MOT on J9 JCL is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 JCL done?
J9 JCL was recorded at 51,893 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 983 miles a year.
Has J9 JCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 JCL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on J9 JCL 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 J9 JCL find?
J9 JCL passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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