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S841 KRO

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

56,198 mi
Last recorded56,198 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS841 KRO
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 56,198 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 56,095 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 55,938 miles

ALL brake pipe detoriated

Fail 1 Aug 2024 55,929 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position button must locked when fog light is on , (4.5.3 (a))

ALL brake pipe detoriated

Pass 22 Jul 2023 55,634 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2023 55,634 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 55,087 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 54,873 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 54,831 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 54,266 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 52,036 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 50,626 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose new retaining strap fitted,but insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

all tyres severely perishing

Pass 2 Mar 2017 48,226 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 46,624 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 44,317 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 44,316 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 44,307 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 43,253 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 42,898 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 42,308 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 41,726 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 40,964 miles

rattle from catalsyt

underbody tray fitted

Fail 2 Nov 2007 38,258 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 38,258 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 34,690 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 29,846 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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S841 KRO is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 S841 KRO, 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 S841 KRO registered?

S841 KRO is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 7 November 1998.

Is S841 KRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S841 KRO shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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