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S636 DDV

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

73,210 mi
Last recorded73,210 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS636 DDV
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 73,210 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 73,090 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 73,054 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 73,054 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 71,774 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2018 71,774 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 71,601 miles

both front & o/s/r tyres cracking

Pass 9 Jun 2016 70,252 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front & o/s/r tyres cracking

Pass 2 Jun 2015 68,991 miles

all four tyres starting to crack.

Pass 12 Jun 2014 67,114 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 66,493 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 65,769 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 64,664 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 62,649 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2010 62,649 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 58,912 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 54,485 miles

o/side accident damage

o/side door handle stickey

Pass 30 Jan 2007 48,051 miles

o/s/f pads on limit

screen damage

Pass 24 Feb 2006 42,506 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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S636 DDV is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S636 DDV, 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 S636 DDV?

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What year was S636 DDV registered?

S636 DDV is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S636 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S636 DDV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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