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S10 JUN

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

27,499 mi
Last recorded27,499 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS10 JUN
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 27,499 miles

slight underside corrosion

Pass 27 Jan 2025 27,307 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 27,213 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill section. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill section. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 26,752 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 26,389 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 25,919 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2021 25,916 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 25,548 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 24,625 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 23,806 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 23,156 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 21,995 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 21,237 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 20,314 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 20,314 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 19,435 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 18,001 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 16,450 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 14,394 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 12,120 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 9,577 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 9,425 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 8,766 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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S10 JUN is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc 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 S10 JUN, 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 S10 JUN registered?

S10 JUN is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S10 JUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S10 JUN 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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