1998 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · S77 JAE
1998 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 29 Sept 1998. Recorded mileage 59,323 miles. MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,323 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S77 JAE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 59,323 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S77 JAE 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 1998 BMW 3 Series (S77 JAE) between December 2021 and March 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
S77 JAE Mileage History
- 06/12/202155,544 mi
- 06/12/202155,544 mi
- 01/12/202259,301 mi+3,757 mi
- 19/03/202659,320 mi+19 mi
- 24/03/202659,323 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 880 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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