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M3 SFM

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 3201cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,933 mi
Last recorded22,933 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 SFM
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,201cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 22,933 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 22,844 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 22,804 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 22,779 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front bump stop detached and nearside front missing

slight corrosion in fuel tank straps

Fail 9 Sep 2022 22,744 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front bump stop detached and nearside front missing

slight corrosion in fuel tank straps

Pass 17 Sep 2021 22,635 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 22,626 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 22,578 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2019 22,576 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 22,556 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 22,486 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 22,435 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 22,328 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 22,109 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 22,010 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Aug 2012 21,246 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 20,477 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 20,156 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 19,524 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 17,774 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 15,781 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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M3 SFM is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 3,201cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M3 SFM, 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

How do I check the history of M3 SFM?

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What year was M3 SFM registered?

M3 SFM is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M3 SFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 SFM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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