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P401 PLM

1997 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,511 mi
Last recorded56,511 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 BMW Z383,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP401 PLM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2007 56,511 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2006 48,822 miles

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

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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P401 PLM is a 1997 BMW Z3 in Black with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P401 PLM, 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 P401 PLM registered?

P401 PLM is a 1997 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P401 PLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P401 PLM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P401 PLM have outstanding finance?

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