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A3 UGY

1998 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,449 mi
Last recorded48,449 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 UGY
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 48,449 miles

minor oil residue on engine

rear brake hose ferrels corroded

rear coil springs corroded

rear exhaust corroded on outer skin

Fail 28 Jun 2016 48,449 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

minor oil residue on engine

rear brake hose ferrels corroded

rear coil springs corroded

rear exhaust corroded on outer skin

Pass 23 Jun 2015 46,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 45,054 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 43,846 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 41,721 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 41,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 40,646 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 38,984 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 36,149 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 33,420 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 30,847 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 27,591 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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A3 UGY is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A3 UGY, 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 A3 UGY registered?

A3 UGY is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 14 July 1998.

Is A3 UGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 UGY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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