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R251 NUF

1998 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,662 mi
Last recorded128,662 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 NUF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 128,662 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 128,649 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 116,619 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 103,438 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 91,902 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 79,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 79,302 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 68,888 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 67,611 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 67,611 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 59,511 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 59,503 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 50,254 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 7 Nov 2005 39,818 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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R251 NUF is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R251 NUF, 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 R251 NUF registered?

R251 NUF is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R251 NUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 NUF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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