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S54 NFV

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,056 mi
Last recorded102,056 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS54 NFV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 102,056 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 101,484 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 99,888 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 98,464 miles

Nearside front tyre valve deteriorated

Offside front tyre valve deteriorated

Pass 3 Jul 2015 97,516 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 96,644 miles
Fail 26 May 2014 96,644 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2013 93,883 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 91,236 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 91,236 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 86,982 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 86,450 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 80,166 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 76,388 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 76,388 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 74,595 miles

offside front chassis bent from previous accident damage

Fail 24 Jul 2006 74,594 miles

Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 73,709 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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S54 NFV is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S54 NFV, 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 S54 NFV registered?

S54 NFV is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S54 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S54 NFV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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