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LKK 251B

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,248 mi
Last recorded3,248 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKK 251B
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 3,248 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 2,410 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 2,012 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 1,122 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 2 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 53,584 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 52,797 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 52,797 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 52,260 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 51,160 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 49,694 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 45,614 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2015 43,457 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 5 Dec 2014 41,014 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 39,108 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 37,603 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 35,268 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Washer bottle topped up under P.R.S

Pass 30 Nov 2011 35,268 miles

Washer bottle topped up under P.R.S

Pass 23 Nov 2010 33,186 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 31,944 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 30,716 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 28,816 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 27,355 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 27,355 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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LKK 251B is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 LKK 251B, 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 LKK 251B?

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What year was LKK 251B registered?

LKK 251B is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is LKK 251B safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKK 251B shows 24 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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