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R774 TGF

1998 BMW Z3

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

96,953 mi
Last recorded96,953 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR774 TGF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 96,953 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 96,953 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened all four brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2019 94,435 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 94,435 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 92,607 miles

front drop links worn

front number plate poor

off side rear steel brake pipe rusty

Pass 15 Sep 2017 82,415 miles

Nearside Rear has pershing cracks

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

misting of oil under the car

Pass 23 Sep 2016 80,793 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 77,250 miles

shock absorbers weak.Rear

Pass 8 Sep 2014 73,573 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 73,573 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2014 72,860 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside front tyre showing signs of cracks advised to be changed

Pass 6 Jun 2013 69,055 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 68,942 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 67,040 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 64,727 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 64,727 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front reg plate is cracked

Pass 3 Jul 2009 62,553 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 58,895 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 56,102 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 53,134 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 49,885 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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R774 TGF is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R774 TGF, 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.

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What year was R774 TGF registered?

R774 TGF is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R774 TGF safe to buy?

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