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85 XVX

1998 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,179 mi
Last recorded26,179 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration85 XVX
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 May 2025 26,179 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 23,885 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 22,950 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 22,214 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 21,825 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 19,892 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 19,042 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 18,652 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 17,506 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,504 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,721 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 14,971 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 14,585 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,083 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 13,391 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Wipers juddering slightly

Pass 17 Apr 2009 12,660 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 12,012 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 11,466 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 10,812 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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85 XVX is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 85 XVX, 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 85 XVX?

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What year was 85 XVX registered?

85 XVX is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 9 May 1998.

Is 85 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 85 XVX shows 19 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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