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S188 DRO

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,625 mi
Last recorded118,625 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS188 DRO
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2008 118,625 miles

n/s/f side light lens cracked..

Pass 18 Aug 2007 109,618 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 98,679 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 83,479 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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S188 DRO is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S188 DRO, 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 S188 DRO?

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What year was S188 DRO registered?

S188 DRO is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S188 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S188 DRO shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S188 DRO have outstanding finance?

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