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WLZ 3621

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

90,553 mi
Last recorded90,553 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLZ 3621
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 90,553 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 90,553 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2019 77,208 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2019 87,079 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 87,058 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both n/s and o/s inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 84,245 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 80,300 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread (4.1.E.1)

spare wheel carrier corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2016 77,877 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 71,619 miles

Heavy corrsion on all suspension components

Fail 13 Apr 2015 71,619 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Heavy corrsion on all suspension components

Pass 15 Apr 2014 70,377 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 67,083 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 63,439 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 60,964 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 60,821 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Sep 2007 57,322 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 57,322 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 46,342 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 37,299 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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WLZ 3621 is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WLZ 3621, 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 WLZ 3621 registered?

WLZ 3621 is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is WLZ 3621 safe to buy?

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