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N3 EWP

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,376 mi
Last recorded52,376 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN3 EWP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 52,376 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 48,832 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 45,321 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 41,988 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 39,008 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 36,818 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 35,063 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 32,298 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 29,865 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 28,312 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 25,946 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 24,312 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 22,652 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 22,067 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 21,559 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 21,045 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 20,296 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 19,449 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 18,119 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 16,704 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 14,762 miles

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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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N3 EWP is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 N3 EWP, 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 N3 EWP?

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What year was N3 EWP registered?

N3 EWP is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is N3 EWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N3 EWP shows 21 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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