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R3 ACV

1998 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,947 mi
Last recorded49,947 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 ACV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 49,947 miles

n s r tyre slight sidewall damage

underside coated in protection oil at time of test

Pass 13 Jun 2016 49,527 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 49,445 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 49,342 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 48,863 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 48,299 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 46,534 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 45,300 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 42,371 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 42,124 miles

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

nsf tyre sidewall cut

Fail 29 Jun 2007 41,161 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 41,161 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 38,181 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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R3 ACV is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R3 ACV, 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 R3 ACV registered?

R3 ACV is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R3 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 ACV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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