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ABD3521

1996 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,534 mi
Last recorded54,534 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2007
Typical for 1996 BMW Z3102,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABD3521
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2007 54,534 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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ABD3521 is a 1996 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 102,613 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABD3521, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 30 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABD3521 registered?

ABD3521 is a 1996 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is ABD3521 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABD3521 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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