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JDZ 5689

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,605 mi
Last recorded38,605 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDZ 5689
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 38,605 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Dec 2023

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Nov 2022 38,592 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Dec 2021

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Nov 2020

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 14 May 2019 31,350 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 4 Jun 2018 27,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 60 15 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 60 15 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,986 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 25,083 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 23,646 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 22,766 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 21,748 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 20,553 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 19,419 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 18,402 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 18,402 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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JDZ 5689 is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JDZ 5689, 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 JDZ 5689 registered?

JDZ 5689 is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is JDZ 5689 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDZ 5689 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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