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K15 SEA

1997 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,116 mi
Last recorded23,116 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK15 SEA
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 23,116 miles

point to note! covers fitted all over this vehicle

Pass 29 Jul 2024 22,978 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 22,427 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Aug 2020 22,340 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2019 21,786 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 20,697 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 May 2017 17,680 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 12,742 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 12,742 miles

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)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 10,348 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 10,047 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 10,033 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 9,819 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 9,747 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 9,405 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 9,348 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 9,334 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 9,308 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 8,651 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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K15 SEA is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 83,222 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 K15 SEA, 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 29 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 K15 SEA?

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What year was K15 SEA registered?

K15 SEA is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is K15 SEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K15 SEA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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