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M4 DTN

1998 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

90,611 mi
Last recorded90,611 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM4 DTN
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 90,611 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured and offside (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 90,441 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 90,011 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front and rear n/s and o/s brake discs working area rusted

Pass 12 Jul 2013 89,429 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 88,573 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 88,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 86,935 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside handbrake cable is damaged & corroded

Fail 15 Jul 2011 86,935 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside handbrake cable is damaged & corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2010 86,925 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 85,705 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 85,705 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 77,510 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 70,685 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 69,476 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 69,456 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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M4 DTN is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Black with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 M4 DTN, 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 M4 DTN?

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What year was M4 DTN registered?

M4 DTN is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is M4 DTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M4 DTN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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