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FIG 5810

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,374 mi
Last recorded92,374 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 5810
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 92,374 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 92,346 miles

both rear tyres uneven tread wear

Pass 19 Apr 2017 92,264 miles

both rear tyres uneven tread wear

Pass 26 Apr 2016 92,138 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 92,038 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 91,844 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 91,640 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 91,496 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 91,185 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 89,598 miles

o/s/front rack end slight play

Pass 8 Sep 2008 88,139 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 88,139 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 86,882 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 86,807 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 85,868 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 82,412 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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FIG 5810 is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FIG 5810, 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.

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How do I check the history of FIG 5810?

You can check the full history of FIG 5810 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FIG 5810 registered?

FIG 5810 is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is FIG 5810 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 5810 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIG 5810 have outstanding finance?

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