The road tax status for S588 JLM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for S588 JLM?

The MOT for S588 JLM is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of S588 JLM?

The recorded mileage for S588 JLM is 52,204 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S588 JLM ULEZ compliant?

No, S588 JLM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1998 BMW Z3 3.2L Petrol · S588 JLM

S588 JLM

1998 BMW Z3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01/10/1998. Recorded mileage 52,204 miles. MOT valid until 17/05/2027.

Make & Model: BMW Z3
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 17/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 52,204 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 52,204 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 3201cc

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S588 JLM Key Findings

19 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
52,204 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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S588 JLM Mileage History

23/10/200833,158 mi
21/10/200934,410 mi+1,252 mi
01/11/201037,130 mi+2,720 mi
10/11/201140,826 mi+3,696 mi
03/06/201341,176 mi+350 mi
22/07/201443,385 mi+2,209 mi
01/06/201644,559 mi+1,174 mi
03/06/201744,659 mi+100 mi
18/07/201845,626 mi+967 mi
18/07/201845,626 mi
28/06/201946,909 mi+1,283 mi
19/05/202047,469 mi+560 mi
05/05/202148,399 mi+930 mi
19/04/202249,350 mi+951 mi
18/05/202350,161 mi+811 mi
14/05/202450,582 mi+421 mi
22/04/202551,543 mi+961 mi
22/04/202551,553 mi+10 mi
21/04/202652,204 mi+651 mi

Average of roughly 1,089 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

S588 JLM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 13:43

MOT Analysis

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19 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 BMW Z3 (S588 JLM) between October 2008 and April 2026.

The record contains 17 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 21 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension locking device ineffective Nut not fully tightened on strut/hub mount (5.3.6 (b))”.

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