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R124 MAF

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,444 mi
Last recorded37,444 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 MAF
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 37,444 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 32,427 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 30,743 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 30,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 30,373 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 30,285 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 30,058 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 29,912 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 29,707 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 29,559 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 29,382 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,309 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 29,061 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 28,727 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 28,751 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 28,214 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 27,943 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 27,601 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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R124 MAF is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R124 MAF, 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 R124 MAF?

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What year was R124 MAF registered?

R124 MAF is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is R124 MAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R124 MAF shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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