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C5 PHB

1998 BMW Z3

Red Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,386 mi
Last recorded41,386 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 PHB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 41,386 miles

general corrosion to underneath components

Pass 3 Jun 2025 41,251 miles

general corrosion to underneath components

Pass 5 Jun 2024 40,393 miles

general corrosion to underneath components

Fail 30 May 2024 40,381 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

general corrosion to underneath components

Pass 17 Sep 2020 40,623 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 40,063 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 40,063 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 39,337 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 38,752 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 37,927 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 37,919 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 36,849 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 36,841 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 35,652 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 34,199 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 32,971 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 30,667 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,832 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 27,508 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 23,834 miles

front number plate just up to mot std

Pass 11 Aug 2007 19,236 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 15,156 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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C5 PHB is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Red with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C5 PHB, 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 C5 PHB registered?

C5 PHB is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is C5 PHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 PHB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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