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S949 AGC

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,982 mi
Last recorded25,982 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS949 AGC
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 25,982 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 25,918 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 25,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 24,837 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 24,645 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 24,487 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Sep 2020 24,254 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 24,076 miles

wet test carried out

Pass 18 Sep 2018 23,970 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Sep 2017 23,833 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 22,245 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 20,693 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 19,375 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 17,387 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 15,222 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 13,195 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 11,908 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 11,124 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 10,343 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 9,863 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 9,423 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 8,583 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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S949 AGC 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 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 S949 AGC, 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 S949 AGC?

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What year was S949 AGC registered?

S949 AGC is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S949 AGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S949 AGC shows 22 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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