1997 BMW Z3 1.9L Petrol · A18 HDP
1997 BMW Z3 (1.9L, petrol). First registered 14 Apr 1997. Recorded mileage 82,502 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,502 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A18 HDP Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2025
- 82,502 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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A18 HDP MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1997 BMW Z3 (A18 HDP) between June 2025 and June 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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Known faults for BMW Z3 (E36/7)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Boot Floor TearingSerious
The single rear differential ear mount applies high twisting torque directly to the thin boot floor crossmember. Spot welds pop and the sheet metal tears away, presenting a severe structural failure risk.
- Cooling System FailureSerious
Sharing E36 architecture, the M43, M44, M52, and M54 engines are prone to plastic radiator neck breakage, thermostat housing warping, and plastic water pump impeller detachment, leading to rapid overheating.
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