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MZ 2739

1997 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,151 mi
Last recorded157,151 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMZ 2739
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 157,151 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 157,151 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 154,856 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 149,558 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 144,005 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 132,062 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 123,145 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 123,145 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 97,300 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 94,451 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 91,976 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 91,973 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 91,094 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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MZ 2739 is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Black with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MZ 2739, 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

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What year was MZ 2739 registered?

MZ 2739 is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is MZ 2739 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MZ 2739 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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