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R351 POB

1998 BMW Z3

Blue Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,407 mi
Last recorded34,407 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 POB
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 34,407 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 33,680 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 32,656 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 11 Feb 2023 31,467 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 29,969 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both front blades (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 29,967 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

The both sides front wishbones rear bushes slightly deteriorated.

Pass 10 Jan 2020 29,959 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 29,695 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 29,084 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 28,763 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 27,913 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 27,087 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 26,211 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 25,450 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 25,233 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 24,689 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 24,139 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 23,353 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 22,828 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 21,863 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 20,063 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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R351 POB is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Blue with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 R351 POB, 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 R351 POB registered?

R351 POB is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R351 POB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R351 POB shows 21 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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