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KVE 717

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,909 mi
Last recorded16,909 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVE 717
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2026 16,909 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 16,832 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 16,626 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 16,595 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 16,347 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 16,262 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 16,027 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 15,887 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 15,610 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 15,078 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 14,680 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 14,428 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 14,277 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 13,880 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 13,485 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 12,747 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 11,341 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 11,103 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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KVE 717 is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KVE 717, 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

How do I check the history of KVE 717?

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What year was KVE 717 registered?

KVE 717 is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is KVE 717 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVE 717 shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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