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S8 BUN

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

23,522 mi
Last recorded23,522 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 BUN
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 23,522 miles

Offside Seat base slightly loose

Pass 19 Mar 2025 23,212 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 22,999 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 22,470 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 22,032 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 21,711 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 20,434 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 19,533 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 19,098 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 18,733 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 18,283 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 18,283 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 17,865 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 17,082 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 16,852 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 16,677 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 16,433 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 16,268 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 15,702 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 15,461 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 15,048 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 14,434 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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S8 BUN is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 S8 BUN, 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 S8 BUN registered?

S8 BUN is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S8 BUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 BUN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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