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C4 NDD

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

107,383 mi
Last recorded107,383 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 NDD
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 107,383 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 106,839 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 106,205 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 106,049 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 105,856 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 105,430 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 105,198 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 104,998 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 104,832 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 104,682 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 104,302 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 104,302 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 103,993 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 103,548 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 103,170 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 98,555 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 98,530 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 92,361 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 92,361 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 81,709 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 72,140 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 72,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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C4 NDD is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 76,857 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 C4 NDD, 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 28 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C4 NDD?

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What year was C4 NDD registered?

C4 NDD is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is C4 NDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 NDD shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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