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R444 SHB

1998 BMW Z3

Green Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

52,535 mi
Last recorded52,535 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR444 SHB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 52,535 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 51,647 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 51,251 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 50,801 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 50,266 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 49,810 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 49,410 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 48,446 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 47,094 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 45,936 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 44,814 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 44,260 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 42,879 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 40,451 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 38,397 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 36,970 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 27 Jul 2010 36,970 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 35,724 miles

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

Front number plate slightly delaminated

Fail 3 Aug 2009 35,724 miles

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

Front number plate slightly delaminated

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 32,681 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 32,681 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 28,469 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 25,907 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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R444 SHB is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Green with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R444 SHB, 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 R444 SHB?

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What year was R444 SHB registered?

R444 SHB is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R444 SHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R444 SHB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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