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P228 PRW

1997 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,274 mi
Last recorded55,274 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP228 PRW
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 55,274 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 16 Sep 2013 47,356 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 43,110 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 45,058 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2011 41,725 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 35,038 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 33,601 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 32,487 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear mudguard insecure

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2007 29,417 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 15 Jun 2007 29,417 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 27,801 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 27,801 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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P228 PRW is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Green with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P228 PRW, 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.

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What year was P228 PRW registered?

P228 PRW is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P228 PRW safe to buy?

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