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KCZ 7643

1997 BMW Z3

Red Other 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

114,283 mi
Last recorded114,283 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCZ 7643
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 114,283 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 113,311 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 111,388 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 111,348 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 109,678 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 108,617 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 107,834 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 106,457 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 106,417 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 106,378 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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KCZ 7643 is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Red with a 1,895cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KCZ 7643, 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 KCZ 7643?

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What year was KCZ 7643 registered?

KCZ 7643 is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is KCZ 7643 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCZ 7643 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KCZ 7643 have outstanding finance?

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