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S32 LLJ

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

25,652 mi
Last recorded25,652 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS32 LLJ
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 25,652 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 25,073 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 24,415 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 24,415 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 23,897 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 23,734 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 21,247 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 21,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Jul 2018 20,818 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 20,638 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 20,480 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 20,337 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 20,071 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 19,794 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 19,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2011 19,001 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 18,421 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 17,967 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 17,374 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 16,529 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 14,695 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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S32 LLJ is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 S32 LLJ, 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 S32 LLJ registered?

S32 LLJ is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S32 LLJ safe to buy?

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