MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
147,528 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the BMW Z3?
Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.
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R157 PDL is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 1,895cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 R157 PDL, 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.
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What year was R157 PDL registered?
R157 PDL is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 January 1998.
Is R157 PDL safe to buy?
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