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NFZ 9532

1997 BMW Z3

Silver Other 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,319 mi
Last recorded108,319 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFZ 9532
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2022 108,319 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 107,664 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 106,847 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 106,808 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 105,810 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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NFZ 9532 is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NFZ 9532, 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 NFZ 9532?

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What year was NFZ 9532 registered?

NFZ 9532 is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is NFZ 9532 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFZ 9532 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NFZ 9532 have outstanding finance?

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