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E17 DMG

2008 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,407 mi
Last recorded69,407 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE17 DMG
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 69,407 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 62,604 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 55,926 miles

brake warning light on

Fail 29 Apr 2016 55,926 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake warning light on

Pass 29 Apr 2015 46,877 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Apr 2015 46,877 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 42,991 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 35,444 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 26,864 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 20,106 miles

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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E17 DMG is a 2008 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E17 DMG, 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 18 years old, this BMW Z3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E17 DMG registered?

E17 DMG is a 2008 BMW Z3, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is E17 DMG safe to buy?

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