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R94 TTS

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

64,992 mi
Last recorded64,992 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 TTS
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 64,992 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2026 64,992 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 64,805 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 64,214 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 63,878 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 63,389 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 63,020 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 63,006 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 62,436 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 61,913 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 60,881 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 60,597 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 60,023 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 59,339 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 58,329 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 56,603 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 55,413 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 54,115 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 52,959 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 51,698 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 50,407 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 44,551 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 48,431 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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R94 TTS is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R94 TTS, 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 R94 TTS registered?

R94 TTS is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R94 TTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R94 TTS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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