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VHH 1X

1998 BMW Z3

Grey Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,227 mi
Last recorded22,227 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHH 1X
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 May 2025 22,227 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 22,011 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 21,981 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 21,735 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 21,450 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 21,190 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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VHH 1X is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Grey with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 VHH 1X, 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 VHH 1X?

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What year was VHH 1X registered?

VHH 1X is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is VHH 1X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHH 1X shows 6 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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