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1997 BMW Z3 2.8L Petrol · R941 AEV

R941 AEV

1997 BMW Z3 (2.8L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 1997. Recorded mileage 39,090 miles. MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
BMW Z3
Year / Origin
1997 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 18 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
39,090 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 18 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
2793cc
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R941 AEV Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
  • 39,090 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

R941 AEV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 12:58
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 BMW Z3 (R941 AEV) between April 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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R941 AEV Mileage History

  1. 21/04/202232,489 mi
  2. 03/05/202334,881 mi+2,392 mi
  3. 29/01/202537,442 mi+2,561 mi
  4. 19/02/202639,090 mi+1,648 mi

Average of roughly 1,722 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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