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P28 TEB

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,149 mi
Last recorded86,149 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 TEB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 86,149 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 86,131 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 85,751 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 85,751 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 84,602 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 84,602 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 83,612 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 83,185 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 83,033 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 82,744 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 82,744 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2014 81,686 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 81,686 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 78,652 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 77,644 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 72,309 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 68,475 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 62,764 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 55,974 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 55,974 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 55,974 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 48,923 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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P28 TEB is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P28 TEB, 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

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What year was P28 TEB registered?

P28 TEB is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is P28 TEB safe to buy?

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