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E6 MSH

1998 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,976 mi
Last recorded55,976 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE6 MSH
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 55,976 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High Level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 55,957 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements switch not staying on (4.5.3 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 55,802 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 55,617 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 55,608 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 55,600 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 55,532 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 55,532 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 53,016 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jul 2014 53,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 43,353 miles

Air bag light on

Front no plate broken

Pass 5 Apr 2011 41,006 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 41,006 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 37,426 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 35,979 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 35,141 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 34,490 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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E6 MSH is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 E6 MSH, 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.

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What year was E6 MSH registered?

E6 MSH is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is E6 MSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E6 MSH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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