1999 BMW 3 Series 2.8L Petrol · J88 MAB
1999 BMW 3 Series (2.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Apr 1999. Recorded mileage 58,583 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 1999
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,583 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J88 MAB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2025
- 58,583 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J88 MAB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 BMW 3 Series (J88 MAB) between December 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 24 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Steering (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
J88 MAB Mileage History
- 14/12/202155,268 mi
- 16/12/202256,102 mi+834 mi
- 11/12/202356,664 mi+562 mi
- 20/12/202458,058 mi+1,394 mi
- 10/12/202558,583 mi+525 mi
Average of roughly 831 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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