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S716 XPP

1998 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,039 mi
Last recorded77,039 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS716 XPP
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 77,039 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 76,197 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips x2 (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 76,163 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 74,340 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 72,631 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 71,513 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 70,093 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 69,710 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 69,244 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 67,507 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 63,364 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 59,580 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 57,421 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 56,486 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 55,400 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 54,441 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

no interior mirror

Pass 8 Jul 2009 53,239 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

no interior mirror

off side front brake binding slightly

rear tyres 2mm of tread

Pass 16 Jul 2008 50,562 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 48,221 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 43,897 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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S716 XPP is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 S716 XPP, 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 S716 XPP?

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What year was S716 XPP registered?

S716 XPP is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 19 September 1998.

Is S716 XPP safe to buy?

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