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R396 LVE

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,805 mi
Last recorded82,805 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR396 LVE
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 82,805 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 82,211 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 81,880 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 81,403 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 81,347 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 80,779 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 80,285 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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R396 LVE is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R396 LVE, 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

How do I check the history of R396 LVE?

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What year was R396 LVE registered?

R396 LVE is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R396 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R396 LVE shows 7 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 R396 LVE have outstanding finance?

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