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S96 LLX

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

83,701 mi
Last recorded83,701 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS96 LLX
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 83,701 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 83,468 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 82,174 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 82,081 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 81,004 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 80,105 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 78,502 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 78,502 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 76,460 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 74,750 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 71,050 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 67,576 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 61,685 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 57,010 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 51,106 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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S96 LLX is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S96 LLX, 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 S96 LLX?

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What year was S96 LLX registered?

S96 LLX is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S96 LLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S96 LLX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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