1998 BMW Z3 3.2L Petrol · S54 NFV
1998 BMW Z3 (3.2L, petrol). First registered 10 Aug 1998. Recorded mileage 102,056 miles. MOT expired on 06 Jun 2024.
- Make & Model
- BMW Z3
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Jun 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,056 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S54 NFV Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2023
- 102,056 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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S54 NFV MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1998 BMW Z3 (S54 NFV) between June 2023 and June 2023.
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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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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