1997 BMW Z3 1.9L Petrol · P582 JCH
1997 BMW Z3 (1.9L, petrol). First registered 08 May 1997. Recorded mileage 59,718 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,718 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P582 JCH Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/01/2024
- 59,718 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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P582 JCH MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1997 BMW Z3 (P582 JCH) between January 2024 and January 2024.
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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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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