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R246 UKV

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

117,317 mi
Last recorded117,317 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 UKV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 117,317 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 117,063 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 116,244 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 115,978 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020
Pass 23 Apr 2018 114,185 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 104,341 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 81,445 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 81,442 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 May 2013 81,048 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2013 81,048 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 80,712 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 80,712 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 80,694 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 79,554 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 79,554 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 76,630 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 71,988 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 66,810 miles

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

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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R246 UKV is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R246 UKV, 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 R246 UKV registered?

R246 UKV is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R246 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R246 UKV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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