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S71 KDF

1998 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,999 mi
Last recorded88,999 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS71 KDF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2025 88,999 miles

some steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

some surface rust on subframes steering and suspension components brake components

Pass 24 May 2024 88,981 miles

some steering and suspension bushes, are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on sub frames, steering, suspension, and brake components,

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 17 May 2023 88,890 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on floor panels, sub frames, steering, suspension, and brake components.

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 6 May 2022 85,540 miles

surface rust on exhaust system

Pass 28 Apr 2021 85,013 miles

some surface on exhaust system

Pass 6 Jul 2019 83,762 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 82,497 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 81,671 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 81,308 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 81,218 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 81,104 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 81,020 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 80,908 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 80,769 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 79,965 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 79,270 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 79,028 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 78,473 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 75,510 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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S71 KDF is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 S71 KDF, 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 S71 KDF registered?

S71 KDF is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 19 August 1998.

Is S71 KDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S71 KDF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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