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S764 GAN

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,036 mi
Last recorded89,036 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS764 GAN
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2019 89,036 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2018 88,998 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 88,241 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 87,788 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 85,918 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 85,075 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2013 83,265 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 80,118 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2011 77,805 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside rear tyre low tread

offside rear tyre getting low tread

Pass 3 Nov 2011 77,805 miles

nearside rear tyre low tread

offside rear tyre getting low tread

Pass 4 Nov 2010 76,974 miles

front power steering pipe corroded

nearside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit

Fail 4 Nov 2010 76,974 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

front power steering pipe corroded

nearside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit

Pass 5 Nov 2009 73,576 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 70,860 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 64,683 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 64,230 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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S764 GAN is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S764 GAN, 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 S764 GAN registered?

S764 GAN is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 30 September 1998.

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The MOT history for S764 GAN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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