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R190 DTM

1998 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

60,262 mi
Last recorded60,262 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR190 DTM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 60,262 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 60,210 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 60,176 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 23 May 2015 60,133 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 59,577 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2013 59,434 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 May 2013 59,434 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2012 59,311 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 59,188 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 58,872 miles

o/s /f brake slight binding

Pass 19 May 2009 58,536 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2008 57,733 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 53,138 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 49,021 miles

Offside Rear 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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R190 DTM is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R190 DTM, 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 R190 DTM registered?

R190 DTM is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R190 DTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R190 DTM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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