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R3 MJU

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

56,213 mi
Last recorded56,213 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 MJU
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 56,213 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 55,620 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 55,618 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 54,845 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 54,838 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 54,503 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 54,493 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 53,726 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 53,726 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 52,917 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 52,917 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 51,756 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 51,756 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 50,948 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 49,648 miles

Brake pipes greased

Under trays fit

Pass 26 Aug 2015 48,387 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under trays fit

Pass 15 Jul 2014 46,790 miles

Nearside front flexi brake hose outer casing split

Nearside front tyre 2.5mm

Offside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2013 45,604 miles

Slight play in drivers seat frame

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2012 43,947 miles

Slight play in drivers seat

Fail 14 May 2012 43,933 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 41,962 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 41,924 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

front wipers gone hard but still clear sreen

o/s rack plunge slight play

rear disc worn

Fail 28 Mar 2011 41,813 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 39,598 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 33,429 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 25,549 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 25,549 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 16,577 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 16,577 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 13,994 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 MJU is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

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 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 R3 MJU, 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 MJU registered?

R3 MJU is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 10 February 1998.

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