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867 GAT

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,846 mi
Last recorded59,846 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration867 GAT
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 59,846 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 58,986 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 58,478 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 57,858 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 57,282 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 56,118 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 56,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 55,380 miles

2 front tyres have uneven wear on inner shoulders

Pass 23 Jul 2009 53,864 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 53,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 52,501 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jan 2009 52,501 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2008 49,660 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 45,680 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 45,680 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2006 38,592 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside rear tyre has slight cut on sidewall

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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867 GAT is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 867 GAT, 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 867 GAT registered?

867 GAT is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is 867 GAT safe to buy?

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