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MHZ 323

1997 BMW Z3

White Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

87,832 mi
Last recorded87,832 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHZ 323
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 87,832 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 87,731 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 87,718 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 87,483 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 87,325 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 86,898 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2017 86,838 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 85,449 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 84,628 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 83,119 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 82,918 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 82,889 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 82,326 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 81,271 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 80,067 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 78,148 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 76,871 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 76,429 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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MHZ 323 is a 1997 BMW Z3 in White with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MHZ 323, 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 MHZ 323?

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What year was MHZ 323 registered?

MHZ 323 is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is MHZ 323 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHZ 323 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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