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R947 AEV

1998 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

106,480 mi
Last recorded106,480 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR947 AEV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 106,480 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 106,408 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 106,296 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 106,201 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 105,970 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 105,708 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 105,308 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 105,230 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 104,665 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 104,503 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 104,237 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2013 104,068 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

handbrake cables in poor condition

Pass 19 Aug 2013 104,068 miles

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

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

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

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

handbrake cables in poor condition

Pass 8 Mar 2012 103,698 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 103,698 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 97,706 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 97,672 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 85,546 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 71,678 miles

differential box leaking from both driveshaft seals

Pass 7 Jan 2008 58,385 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 46,686 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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R947 AEV is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R947 AEV, 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 R947 AEV?

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What year was R947 AEV registered?

R947 AEV is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R947 AEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R947 AEV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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