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S150 MGC

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,749 mi
Last recorded37,749 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS150 MGC
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 37,749 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 37,470 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 37,470 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 36,290 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 36,163 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 33,700 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 30,993 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 28,677 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 28,655 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 28,638 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 28,635 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 28,624 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 28,624 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 28,617 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 28,604 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 28,591 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 27,646 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 27,477 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 27,287 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 26,527 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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S150 MGC is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S150 MGC, 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 S150 MGC registered?

S150 MGC is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 4 December 1998.

Is S150 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S150 MGC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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