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G5 KEN

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

63,662 mi
Last recorded63,662 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 KEN
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 63,662 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 56,230 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 55,994 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 55,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2016 55,975 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 55,931 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 55,642 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 55,016 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 54,067 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 53,223 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 47,387 miles

2 segments of the high level brake light not working

Fail 3 Sep 2010 47,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

2 segments of the high level brake light not working

Pass 25 Mar 2008 47,379 miles

2 sections of the high level brake light not working

Hazard warning light switch sticking

Pass 29 Mar 2007 46,535 miles

Part of the high level brake light not working

Pass 9 Mar 2006 44,716 miles

small chips in windscreen

two sections of centre brake light not working

Fail 8 Mar 2006 44,716 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside hand brake readings low

small chips in windscreen

two sections of centre brake light not working

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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G5 KEN is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 G5 KEN, 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

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What year was G5 KEN registered?

G5 KEN is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is G5 KEN safe to buy?

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